Maintenance Technician

DeRegt Cables; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range €3,384–€4,406 gross per月

8% holiday allowance

Profit-sharing

Attendance bonus

Pension plan Metalektro

27 vacation days

13 ADV days

Training and career development

Job summary

DeRegt Cables seeks an experienced Maintenance Technician to ensure reliability, performance, and continuity of production equipment. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot complex issues, and drive continuous improvement in our Krimpen aan de Lek facility.

You will collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality and HSE to minimize downtime, support new equipment implementations, and contribute to maintenance process professionalization.

Qualifications

• MBO Level 4 diploma in Elektrotechniek/Mechatronica or similar.
• Minimum 5 years in maintenance or technical service in production.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Experience with PLC-controlled systems and industrial automation.
• Able to read technical drawings, schematics and maintenance docs.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production machines and installations.
• Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic issues.
• Analyze recurring problems and contribute to Root Cause Analysis and improvements.
• Support installation, testing and commissioning of new machines.
• Maintain maintenance records in Ultimo and collaborate with teams.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Pneumatic & hydraulic systems

Reading electrical schematics

PLC/industrial automation

Maintenance planning

Communication

Teamwork

Education

MBO Level 4 in Electrical Engineering/Mechatronics

Tools

Ultimo CMMS

Job description

DeRegt Cables is -and has been- a prominent name in the design and manufacture of custom-engineered, specialty, dynamic or static cable solutions used in subsea applications. The company boasts over 90 years of technological innovation and strength around cable design. These have been applied in many areas, including the Oil & Energy sector, Defence, Seismic Exploration, Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROV's) and Renewable Energy projects. DeRegt is part of Sercel, the Sensing & Monitoring business line of Viridien, an advanced technology, digital and Earth data company. DeRegt Marine Cables, part of Viridien, specializes in the design and production of high-quality cable solutions for offshore, defense, maritime, and industrial applications. Did you know that more than 1 million kilometers of cable are used across the world’s seas and oceans? These cables provide high-speed data connections, transport electricity, and support advanced maritime technologies worldwide.

At DeRegt, you will work in a technically challenging production environment where innovation, quality, and craftsmanship are key. No two days are the same, and you will work with advanced machinery, installations, and technologies that are used globally.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and hands‑on Maintenance Technician to support the reliability, performance, and continuity of our production equipment and technical installations. In this role, you will perform preventive and corrective maintenance activities, troubleshoot complex technical issues, and actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within our production environment. You will play a key role in minimizing downtime, optimizing machine performance, and ensuring safe and efficient operations across the facility. In addition to daily maintenance activities, you will support technical improvement projects, assist with the implementation of new equipment, and contribute to the further professionalization of maintenance processes. This position offers a dynamic and technically challenging environment where ownership, collaboration, and problem‑solving are highly valued.

About the Team

You will become part of our Maintenance team within the Operations department at DeRegt Marine Cables in Krimpen aan de Lek, the Netherlands. The team consists of skilled maintenance professionals who are responsible for ensuring the reliability, safety, and continuity of our production equipment and technical installations. We work closely together with Production, Engineering, Quality, and HSE to minimize downtime, improve machine performance, and support the continued growth and innovation of our manufacturing processes. Collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement are central within the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production machines, technical installations, and equipment
• Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic malfunctions
• Analyze recurring technical issues and contribute to Root Cause Analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
• Advise on maintenance strategies, machine reliability, and technical optimisations
• Support the installation, testing, and commissioning of new machines and technical systems
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and inspection records within Ultimo
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality, HSE, and external suppliers to deliver technical solutions
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental procedures and actively contribute to a safe working environment
• Support the standardization of maintenance procedures and work instructions
• Act as backup for the Teamleader Maintenance when required

Key Responsibilities

• Uitvoeren van preventief en correctief onderhoud aan productiemachines, installaties en technische voorzieningen
• Lokaliseren en oplossen van complexe mechanische, elektrische, pneumatische en hydraulische storingen
• Analyseren van terugkerende technische problemen en bijdragen aan Root Cause Analyses en verbeterinitiatieven
• Adviseren over onderhoudsstrategieën, machinebetrouwbaarheid en technische optimalisaties
• Ondersteunen bij de installatie, het testen en inbedrijfstellen van nieuwe machines en installaties
• Vastleggen van onderhoudswerkzaamheden en inspectieresultaten in Ultimo
• Samenwerken met Production, Engineering, Quality, HSE en externe leveranciers om technische oplossingen te realiseren
• Werken volgens veiligheids-, kwaliteits- en milieuprocedures en actief bijdragen aan een veilige werkomgeving
• Ondersteunen bij het standaardiseren van maintenance-processen en werkinstructies
• Fungeren als back‑up voor de Teamleader Maintenance wanneer nodig

Qualifications

• Required: MBO Level 4 degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a maintenance or technical service role within a production environment
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Experience troubleshooting and resolving complex technical malfunctions
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, electrical schematics, and maintenance documentation
• Experience with PLC‑controlled systems and industrial automation
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and maintenance management systems
• Strong communication skills with a proactive and solution‑oriented mindset
• Willingness to participate in standby and on‑call services
• Good command of the Dutch language and basic technical English skills
• Preferred: Experience with Ultimo or similar maintenance management systems
• Knowledge of PLC diagnostics and support with programming modifications
• Experience with TIG, CO₂, or electrode welding
• Experience with machining activities such as turning and milling
• Knowledge of continuous improvement and Root Cause Analysis methodologies
• Experience within an industrial manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of NEN3140 and NEN1010 standards

Qualifications

• Required: MBO niveau 4 diploma richting Elektrotechniek, Mechatronica of een vergelijkbare technische opleiding
• Minimaal 5 jaar ervaring binnen een maintenance- of technische servicefunctie in een productieomgeving
• Sterke kennis van mechanische, elektrische, pneumatische en hydraulische systemen
• Ervaring met het analyseren en oplossen van complexe storingen
• In staat technische tekeningen, elektrische schema’s en documentatie te lezen en interpreteren
• Ervaring met PLC‑gestuurde systemen en industriële automatisering
• Bekend met preventieve onderhoudsprogramma’s en maintenance managementsystemen
• Goede communicatieve vaardigheden en een proactieve, oplossingsgerichte werkhouding
• Bereidheid om consignatiediensten te draaien
• Goede beheersing van de Nederlandse taal en basiskennis van Engels
• Preferred: Ervaring met Ultimo of vergelijkbare maintenance management systemen
• Kennis van PLC‑diagnostiek en ondersteuning bij programmeringsaanpassingen
• Ervaring met TIG-, CO₂- of elektrode lassen
• Ervaring met draai- en freeswerkzaamheden
• Kennis van continuous improvement en Root Cause Analysis methodieken
• Ervaring binnen een industriële productieomgeving
• Kennis van NEN3140- en NEN1010‑normen

Benefits Package

• A salary range of €3,384 – €4,406 gross per month
• 8% holiday allowance
• Profit‑sharing scheme
• Attendance bonus after one year without sick leave
• Excellent pension plan in line with the Metalektro CLA
• 27 vacation days and 13 ADV days
• Opportunities for training, development, and career growth
• A varied role with a high level of independence and responsibility
• A collaborative and innovative technical working environment

Benefits Package

• Een salarisrange van €3.384 – €4.406 bruto per maand
• 8% vakantiegeld
• Winstdelingsregeling
• Bonusregeling bij een volledig jaar zonder ziekmelding
• Uitstekende pensioenregeling conform CAO Metalektro
• 27 vakantiedagen en 13 ADV-dagen
• Mogelijkheden voor opleiding, training en persoonlijke ontwikkeling
• Een afwisselende functie met veel zelfstandigheid en verantwoordelijkheid
• Werken in een innovatieve en collegiale technische omgeving

Our Hiring Process

At DeRegt, we are committed to delivering a respectful, inclusive, and transparent recruitment experience. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to every applicant. Only candidates whose qualifications closely match the role criteria will be contacted for an interview. We do, however, aim to share personalized feedback with those who progress to the first round of interviews and beyond. We are also dedicated to ensuring that our hiring process accessible to all.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview stages, please don’t hesitate to contact your recruiter directly.

We see things differently. Diversity fuels our innovation, we value the unique ways in which we differ, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities for all professionals.

Whether you are a doer or a thinker, a maker or a fixer, at DeRegt we are always looking for hands‑on people who want to challenge the status quo. All over the world. We keep stretching our ambitions, delivering new and innovative cable solutions. So our clients can dive deeper and climb higher. Our future lays where you take us as well as where we guide you. We have a firm belief in collaboration: together we can challenge the status quo.