Electrical Technician E-Tracing

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

Location: Zaandam, Netherlands

Contract Duration: 6-Month Contract (with extension)

Rate / Salary: Up to €4,500 gross/month

Industry: Industrial Maintenance & Utilities

We are recruiting an Electrical Technician specializing in Electrical Heat Tracing (EHT) for an industrial project based in Zaandam.

This position centers on the electrical connection, inspection, testing, and commissioning of heat tracing systems. You will not be pulling or laying tracing cables. Your core responsibility is ensuring completed installations are correctly connected, thoroughly tested, documented, and ready for handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Connect and terminate electrical heat tracing systems across industrial equipment and piping.

• Perform insulation resistance testing (Megger testing) across circuits and components.

• Verify installations for strict compliance with technical drawings and safety standards.

• Support loop checks, commissioning, and system start-up activities.

• Accurately document and record test results and inspection reports for project handover.

• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical faults and wiring issues.

• Maintain rigorous site safety standards throughout all operations.

Requirements

• Recognized qualification in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Electricity, or a related field.

• Proven experience in industrial electrical installations, testing, and commissioning.

• Direct hands-on experience performing Megger / insulation resistance tests.

• Valid VCA certification.

• Valid NEN 3140 certification.

• Professional working proficiency in English (Dutch proficiency is a bonus).

• Available on short notice.

• Valid work authorization for the Netherlands / EU.

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience with Electrical Heat Tracing / Trace Heating systems.

• Background in Petrochemical, Oil & Gas, Food Processing, or Industrial Utilities.

• Experience on broader E&I (Electrical & Instrumentation) projects.

Suitable Profiles

Electrical Commissioning Technician | E&I Technician | Electrical Testing Technician | Heat Tracing Technician | Electrical Field Technician | Electrical Inspector | Commissioning Engineer

How to Apply

Interested in this project in Zaandam? Submit your updated CV highlighting your relevant industrial testing and heat tracing experience.

Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Nezar Lourens