Lab Technician Oil Condition Monitoring OCM

VPS; Barendrecht; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% allowance for weekend shifts

100% allowance for Sunday and national holidays

Dinner allowance for working in shifts

50% contribution towards medical expenses

At least 29 days of holiday

International work environment

Job summary

A leading provider of maritime testing services based in Barendrecht is seeking an OCM Laboratory Technician. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for receiving and preparing samples, conducting routine laboratory analyses, and ensuring high-quality results within a supportive team. Candidates should have resilience, a positive attitude, and a good command of English. Benefits include shift allowances, varied work, and opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• Resilience and drive with the ability to multitask.
• Experience in a laboratory setting is beneficial.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
• Willing to work shifts, including Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unpack incoming samples.
• Prepare samples for analysis.
• Perform laboratory analyses using various techniques.
• Carry out maintenance and calibration of equipment.
• Follow established procedures to ensure high-quality, consistent results.

Skills

Resilience

Drive

Ability to plan and multitask

Good command of English (spoken and written)

Team spirit

Willingness to work shifts

Education

Experience as Lab Technician (1 year beneficial but not required)

Job description

VPS Barendrecht, South Holland, Netherlands

VPS is a world‑leading provider of testing, inspection and decarbonisation advisory services to the maritime industry. We operate globally, with services provided through five laboratories, supported by an international network of commercial and technical experts. Our headquarters are located in Barendrecht, with other locations in Singapore, Houston, Fujairah and Manchester.

The Opportunity

Our Oil Condition Monitoring (OCM) services help customers protect their assets and ensure operational reliability. The OCM Laboratory Technician plays a key role in delivering accurate and timely analysis, as part of a dedicated team led by the Laboratory Manager.

Your Responsibilities

• receive and unpack incoming samples
• prepare samples for analysis
• perform routine and repetitive laboratory analysis using various analytical techniques
• carry out first line maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment

You will work according to established procedures to ensure high‑quality, consistent results.

Reporting Line & Location

• You report directly to the OCM Laboratory Supervisor
• This position is based at our Barendrecht Laboratory

What we are looking for

• Resilience, drive, and the ability to plan and multitask
• Experience as Lab Technician (1 year beneficial but not required)
• Good command of English (spoken and written)
• A positive 'can‑do' attitude and a strong team spirit
• Ability and willingness to work shifts (1 Saturday every 4 weeks + one late shift 14:00‑22:00hr)
• Living within commuting distance of Barendrecht

What we offer you

You will join a leading and innovative company with a vital role in the maritime energy transition. We provide a varied and meaningful position, supported by development opportunities. Our benefits include:

• 50% allowance for weekend shifts
• 100% allowance for Sunday and national holidays
• Diner allowance for working in shifts
• 50% contribution towards medical expenses
• 29 days of holiday at least
• A dynamic, supportive and international work environment

Comment

If you are interested, please send your CV and motivation to the HR department via [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Analyst, Manufacturing, and Research

Industries

• Chemical Manufacturing and Maritime Transportation