Maintenance Technician

Quaker Houghton; Uithoorn; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance allowance

Excellent pension plan

Company canteen

Parking onsite

28 days of holidays

2 days of volunteering leave

Access to continuous learning platforms

Job summary

A global leader in industrial process engineering is seeking a Maintenance Technician II for its Uithoorn site. This role involves performing mechanical maintenance, ensuring safety and efficiency across the facility, and engaging in preventive tasks. Qualified candidates will have an MBO-level technical education, solid industrial maintenance experience, and strong Dutch language skills. A competitive compensation package and opportunities for professional development are offered in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Completed MBO-level technical education or equivalent, supplemented with professional training.
• Solid experience in mechanical maintenance in an industrial environment.
• NEN 3140 VOP qualification (or willingness to obtain it).
• Preferably trained in electrical switching; willingness to train in boiler operations and water purification.
• Valid VCA diploma and certifications for working with scaffolding, aerial work platforms, and forklift operation.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, SOPs, and work orders.
• Experience with maintenance tracking systems and strong general computer skills (Microsoft Office).

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical maintenance, repairs, and modifications according to schedules and safety guidelines.
• Conduct preventive maintenance rounds, including testing safety installations.
• Inspect and maintain the water treatment system and supervise contractors.
• Detect leaks and perform repairs in cooling towers and pump sets.
• Report materials used, completed work, and equipment condition to the Supervisor.
• Participate in the site’s on-call service according to a set schedule.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Technical problem-solving

Organizational abilities

Safety-first approach

Proficient Dutch language skills

Basic English

Education

MBO-level technical education

VCA diploma

Job description

At Quaker Houghton, we are experts in the development, production, and application of industrial process fluids, lubricants, and coatings for the manufacturing industry. From aerospace and automotive to primary metals and energy, we have been a trusted partner in helping the world’s leading industrial companies operate more efficiently and safely. Today, we have a global presence with corporate headquarters in Conshohocken, PA, and a unique collaborative culture that supports professional growth while offering competitive compensation and benefits.

We are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Technician II to join our Uithoorn site.

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will be responsible for independently carrying out a wide range of mechanical maintenance, repair, and inspection tasks to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations across the facility.

This role plays a key part in ensuring asset availability, preventing equipment failures, and supporting continuous improvement within the site’s operational performance.

Tasks

What will you do?

• Independently perform mechanical maintenance, repairs, modifications, and equipment expansions in line with established schedules, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Carry out preventive maintenance rounds, including the periodic testing of safety installations such as boilers, compressors, and the sprinkler system.
• Maintain and inspect the full water treatment system (pumps, sewers, leveling tank, bio tank, flotation unit) and supervise external contractors when required.
• Conduct daily rounds through tank parks, cooling towers, and pump sets to detect leaks early and perform repairs when possible.
• Ensure accurate reporting of materials used, completed work, and equipment condition to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Use and maintain tools, cutting machinery, and equipment responsibly to avoid unnecessary wear or damage.
• Participate in the site’s consignment/on‑call service according to a set schedule.
• Support continuous skill development through on‑the‑job training, professional education, and internal/external technical programs.
• Supervise and coordinate external service providers performing onsite maintenance activities.

Requirements

What do we look for?

• Completed MBO-level technical education or equivalent, supplemented with professional training.
• Solid experience in mechanical maintenance in an industrial environment.
• NEN 3140 VOP qualification (or willingness to obtain it).
• Preferably trained in electrical switching; willingness to train in boiler operations and water purification.
• Valid VCA diploma, and certifications for working with scaffolding, aerial work platforms, and forklift operation.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, SOPs, and work orders.
• Experience with maintenance tracking systems and strong general computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Proficient Dutch language skills and basic English.
• Strong organizational abilities, problem‑solving mindset, and a proactive, safety‑first approach.

Benefits

What’s in it for you?

• A competitive compensation and benefits package, including health insurance allowance, excellent pension plan, company canteen, parking onsite, and other benefits.
• Minimum of 28 days of holidays plus bridge days & a buy/sell program.
• 2 days of volunteering leave per year to dedicate to a cause you care about.
• Access to QH University, our continuous learning platform for professional development.
• DEI and recognition initiatives such as Women in Manufacturing, Next Gen, and PRIDE CRGs, alongside our Global Giving and Impact Awards programs.
• Join an evolving global company where your technical expertise truly matters and contributes to safer, more efficient industrial operations.

Who are we?

We are a global leader in industrial process and mechanical engineering, present in 40+ countries. We are continually improving and innovating so that the world’s industrial manufacturers can stay ahead in a changing world. Across more than 100 locations, our engineers, chemists, and experts partner with customers to help them run even more efficiently and effectively—whatever comes next.

Our Values: Live Safe, Exceed Customer Expectations, Drive Results, Embrace Diversity, Act with Integrity, and Do Great Things Together.

Our values embody who we are as a company, guide our decisions, and inspire us. Our commitment to these values builds a safer, stronger Quaker Houghton.