Millwrights

Head Professionals; Utrecht; On-site; EUR 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visa procedure

Flight ticket

Housing

Transport

5-year visa

Job summary

Head Professionals is seeking a dedicated Millwright to optimize mechanical systems within industrial environments in the Netherlands. The role focuses on improving production line performance, reducing downtime, and driving continuous improvement with cross-functional teams.

You will analyze systems, develop reliable solutions, and support upgrades while adhering to safety and industry standards. Collaboration with design and maintenance teams is essential for successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Millwright Certificate or related discipline.
• Fluency in Afrikaans (reading/writing/speaking).
• Experience in a production or industrial engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles and system analysis.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and collaborate on multidisciplinary projects.

Responsibilities

• Analyze mechanical systems and identify performance bottlenecks.
• Develop solutions to improve reliability and efficiency of production equipment.
• Support the implementation of technical upgrades and modifications.
• Collaborate with design, automation, and maintenance teams on technical projects.
• Prepare documentation, reports, and technical recommendations.
• Ensure all engineering solutions comply with relevant safety and industry standards.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Millwright Certificate or related discipline

Job description

This organization focuses on innovation and reliability within the food production and logistics industries. They develop long-term technical solutions that improve machine efficiency and contribute to sustainable, high-performance operations across Europe.

Role Summary

The Millwright will optimize mechanical systems in industrial environments with a hands‑on approach to ensure smooth production lines. This role involves close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to improve machine performance, prevent downtime, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze mechanical systems and identify performance bottlenecks.
• Develop solutions to improve reliability and efficiency of production equipment.
• Support the implementation of technical upgrades and modifications.
• Collaborate with design, automation, and maintenance teams on technical projects.
• Prepare documentation, reports, and technical recommendations.
• Ensure all engineering solutions comply with relevant safety and industry standards.

Required Qualifications

• Millwright Certificate or a related discipline.
• Fluency in speaking, reading, and writing Afrikaans.
• Experience in a production or industrial engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles and system analysis.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and collaborate on multidisciplinary projects.

Soft Skills & Attributes

• Strong analytical mindset.
• Proactive, problem-solving attitude.
• Enjoys system optimization and technical innovation.

Compensation

Salary starting at €4357,-. Includes permanent contract, visa procedure and flight ticket, housing and transport, and a 5-year visa.