Trailer Mechanic Westland Area (long-term in The Netherlands)

Tecwave; De Lier; Remote; EUR 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing arranged

Company car

Travel allowance

Tools provided

Healthcare insurance

Long-term position

Relocation assistance

Potential permanent contract

Job summary

Tecwave is seeking a skilled Trailer Mechanic for long-term work in the De Lier area of the Netherlands. You will service and repair trailers and semi-trailers, focusing on brakes, suspension, electrics and loading equipment to keep fleets roadworthy.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on experience with trailers or trucks, strong English communication, and the ability to work independently. A Dutch work permit and valid B license are required; relocation and housing assistance are provided where

Qualifications

• Experience as a trailer, commercial vehicle or truck mechanic.
• Knowledge of brake systems, air suspension, pneumatics, hydraulics and vehicle electrics.
• Welding experience is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and safely.
• Good communication skills and solid English level.
• EU nationality (required).
• Automotive-related education.
• Driver’s licence B.
• Proactive and hands-on work mentality.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and repairing semi-trailers, trailers and drawbars.
• Working on brake systems (EBS/ABS), air suspension, axles and wheel bearings.
• Diagnosing and repairing trailer electrics and lighting.
• Maintaining and repairing loading equipment such as tail lifts, curtain systems and walking floors.
• Carrying out periodic inspections and preparing trailers for roadworthiness tests.
• Repairing damage to chassis and bodywork, including welding.
• Using testing tools to find the root cause of faults.
• Accurately recording completed work in work orders.
• Working according to strict workshop and safety guidelines.

Skills

Trailer maintenance

Brake systems knowledge

Welding

English communication

Independent working

Education

Automotive-related education

Job description

Trailer Mechanic Westland Area (long-term in The Netherlands)

Company Profile

Our client is a growing organisation in the Westland region with its own workshop for the maintenance and repair of trucks and trailers. Due to an expansion, they are looking to strengthen the workshop in the De Lier area. The team consists of Dutch and international colleagues, with a strong focus on quality work and good teamwork.

Job Description

As a Trailer Mechanic, you ensure that trailers and semi-trailers remain safe, reliable and ready for daily use. You will work on maintenance, repairs, inspections and faults in brake and suspension systems, electrics and loading equipment. You will play an essential role in keeping the fleets of transport companies in the De Lier area on the road.

Your Responsibilities as a Trailer Mechanic

• Maintaining and repairing semi-trailers, trailers and drawbars;
• Working on brake systems (EBS/ABS), air suspension, axles and wheel bearings;
• Diagnosing and repairing trailer electrics and lighting;
• Maintaining and repairing loading equipment such as tail lifts, curtain systems and walking floors;
• Carrying out periodic inspections and preparing trailers for roadworthiness tests;
• Repairing damage to chassis and bodywork, including welding;
• Using testing tools to find the root cause of faults;
• Accurately recording completed work in work orders;
• Working according to strict workshop and safety guidelines.

Job Requirements

• Experience as a trailer, commercial vehicle or truck mechanic;
• Knowledge of brake systems, air suspension, pneumatics, hydraulics and vehicle electrics;
• Welding experience is a plus;
• Ability to work independently and safely;
• Good communication skills and solid English level;
• EU nationality (required);
• Automotive-related education;
• Driver’s licence B;
• Proactive and hands‑on work mentality.

Employment Conditions

• Up to €725 net per week (above market level);
• High‑quality housing arranged and paid for;
• Company car with fuel card if needed;
• Travel allowance if you use your own car;
• Professional tools, PPE and workwear provided;
• Healthcare insurance arranged;
• Long‑term positions with A‑brand customers;
• Full relocation assistance to the Netherlands (registration, housing, insurance and more);
• After one year, customers may offer you a direct contract for permanent strengthening of their team.