Electrical Heat Tracing Technician – Commissioning & Testing

Darwin Recruitment; Zaandam; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Darwin Recruitment is seeking an Electrical Technician specializing in Electrical Heat Tracing (EHT) for an industrial project in Zaandam, Netherlands. The role involves electrical connection, inspection, testing, and commissioning of heat tracing systems, with a focus on ensuring installations are correctly connected and ready for handover.

You will document results, support commissioning activities, and maintain strict safety standards on site.

Qualifications

• Qualified in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Proven experience in industrial electrical installations, testing and commissioning.
• Hands-on insulation resistance testing (Megger).
• Valid VCA certification.
• Valid NEN 3140 certification.
• Proficient in English; Dutch is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Connect and terminate electrical heat tracing systems across industrial equipment and piping.
• Perform insulation resistance testing (Megger testing).
• Verify installations for compliance with drawings and safety standards.
• Support loop checks, commissioning and system start-up activities.
• Document and record test results and inspection reports for handover.
• Troubleshoot electrical faults and wiring issues.
• Maintain site safety standards throughout operations.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Megger testing

Electrical safety

Documentation

Commissioning support

Education

Electrical Engineering qualification

Industrial Electricity

Tools

Megger insulation tester

Job description

Darwin Recruitment is seeking an Electrical Technician specializing in Electrical Heat Tracing (EHT) for an industrial project in Zaandam, Netherlands. The role involves electrical connection, inspection, testing, and commissioning of heat tracing systems, with a focus on ensuring installations are correctly connected and ready for handover.

You will document results, support commissioning activities, and maintain strict safety standards on site.