Service Engineer - Relocate to the Netherlands.

S Africa; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 823,000 - 1,133,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Dutch producer of snack products is seeking a Service Engineer to maintain production lines. The role involves performing maintenance tasks and optimizing machine performance. Candidates must have experience in electrical and mechanical systems, and fluency in Afrikaans. Full relocation support to the Netherlands is provided, along with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Orientation week in the Netherlands

Temporary housing covered

Dutch language course

Qualifications

• Experienced maintenance technician with strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Fluency in Afrikaans is required.
• Willingness to relocate and learn a new language.

Responsibilities

• Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on production lines.
• Analyze faults and contribute to technical improvement projects.
• Document work and follow safety protocols.

Skills

Debugging

Computer Networking

PowerShell

Troubleshooting

Technical Support

C#

Job description

Position Title : Service Engineer - Relocate to the Netherlands.

Position Type : Regular - Full-Time

Requisition ID : 36373

Ready to take your maintenance skills global? Join Van Geloven in the Netherlands!

About Van Geloven

Van Geloven is a leading Dutch producer of well-known snack products enjoyed across Europe. With multiple production sites we manage the full snack production process from ingredient preparation and assembly to freezing and packaging using both manual and automated systems. We are proud of our dynamic work environment, innovative technology, and strong focus on quality and reliability.

About the role

As a Service Engineer at Van Geloven your primary responsibility is to keep our production lines and installations running smoothly and efficiently. Youll perform corrective and preventive maintenance, analyze faults and contribute to technical improvement projects. Your expertise in both electrical and mechanical engineering will be crucial in reducing downtime and optimizing machine performance.

You will work in a structured and flexible environment, collaborating closely with colleagues while also managing your own tasks. Youll document your work clearly, follow safety protocols and be a key player in maintaining a safe and effective production process.

Relocation Support (From South Africa)

Are you living in South Africa and ready for an exciting new career in the Netherlands? Van Geloven offers full relocation support for you and your family including:

• Orientation week in the Netherlands: After two video interviews via Teams you will be invited to visit the Netherlands for an orientation week. Youll meet your future colleagues, connect with our relocation partner (P&D-Care), tour the city and view potential homes.
• Relocation assistance: We guide you through all practical matters including insurance, registration, municipal enrollment and residence permit applications.
• All travel covered: Van Geloven pays for the orientation trip (including your partner's travel) and your final move to the Netherlands.
• Household move arranged: We handle the shipping of your household items and furniture.
• Temporary housing covered: Your first two months of housing in the Netherlands including gas, water, electricity and internet are fully paid by Van Geloven.
• Relocation allowance: Provided in accordance with Dutch tax regulations.
• Tax support: Through our partner we also provide support with your first year's tax return and related matters.
• Dutch language course: A Dutch language course is offered for you and your family to support your integration.

What we offer

When you join Van Geloven you are hired directly on contract and enjoy a competitive salary and extensive benefits. During the orientation week we will explain the full employment package in detail with the help of P&D Care to ensure a clear understanding of what the Dutch conditions mean in practice.

Who you are

You are an experienced maintenance technician with strong knowledge of both electrical and mechanical systems. Speaking and reading Afrikaans is a must. Youre open to relocating, learning a new language and starting a new life in the Netherlands with the full support of our team.

Ready for the next step

If youre based in South Africa and interested in moving to the Netherlands with excellent support and benefits, apply today!

We look forward to welcoming you to Van Geloven and to the Netherlands.

Van Geloven is an equal opportunity employer. All backgrounds welcome.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience and success and makes our business qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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Job Family : Engineering & Technical

Location(s) : ZA - South Africa : Gauteng : Johannesburg

ZA - South Africa : Eastern Cape : Port Elizabeth

ZA - South Africa : Free State : Bloemfontein

ZA - South Africa : Gauteng : Bapsfontein

ZA - South Africa : Gauteng : Bedfordview

ZA - South Africa : Gauteng : Bronkhorstspruit

ZA - South Africa : Gauteng : Katlehong

ZA - South Africa : Gauteng : Springs

ZA - South Africa : KwaZulu-Natal : Durban

ZA - South Africa : Limpopo : Marble Hall

ZA - South Africa : Mpumalanga : Delmas

ZA - South Africa : North West : Lichtenburg

ZA - South Africa : Other : Reference job description

ZA - South Africa : Western Cape : Cape Town

ZA - South Africa : Western Cape : George

Company : McCain Foods (S Africa)

Key Skills

Debugging, Computer Networking, ConnectWise, PKI, PowerShell, Windows, C#, Automotive Diagnostics, Medical Imaging, Azure, Technical Support, Troubleshooting

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1