The Maintenance Technician carries out maintenance and repair work to electrical or/and mechanical installations or equipment (such as production machinery, rotating equipment, electrical installations, transport systems, buildings, facilities and constructions), so that technical assignments are carried out on time, safely and according to specifications in order to support the optimal running of production
The Maintenance Technician operates within a production / technical department, with a focus on execution of preventive and corrective maintenance. The main purpose of the job of a Maintenance Technician is to prevent any malfunction of the equipment, apparatus, machinery or systems that are used in the production process.
The Maintenance Technician may also support other facilities than production, such as R&D; laboratories, office facilities as well as technical buildings (utilities) and systems for logistics and storage. The job takes care of any trouble shooting in order to keep to production process running, and carries out tasks to prevent future disturbances.
The job may be limited to one single technical discipline (such as construction, mechanical, rotating, electrical), or may be more skilled so that apart from one major technical discipline, the Maintenance Technician is able to deal with issues in related technical areas. Depending on the size of the facility, the number of Maintenance Technicians may vary in technical disciplines and expertise levels.
At the highest job level, the “all round” Maintenance Technician is capable of dealing with any of the issues that might occur, troubleshooting and solving technical issues in an expert role.
Job Description:
Join Our Purpose – Feeding the Future
Nutreco is a member of the SHV family, and we are committed to 'Feeding the Future' through sustainable and innovative practices. Nutreco has two business lines:
Skretting is a leading general provider of innovative aquafeed solutions, revolutionizing aquaculture for a sustainable future.
Trouw Nutrition specializes in animal nutrition and is committed to advancing livestock health and productivity through cutting-edge solutions.
Role Description
As a Maintenance Technician at Trouw Nutrition, you will play a key role in ensuring the optimal functioning of our production and facility equipment. You will be responsible for executing preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical and/or electrical installations, including production machinery, transport systems, and utilities. Your work will directly support the continuity and efficiency of our production processes, contributing to our mission of Feeding the Future.
About the Role
- Perform inspections and preventive maintenance on a wide range of equipment including grinding, mixing, pressing lines, and weighbridges.
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical malfunctions to minimize downtime and ensure smooth operations.
- Execute modifications and improvements to equipment and systems, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
Skills and Expertise
- Proven experience in mechanical and/or electrical maintenance within a production or technical environment.
- Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to assess and resolve equipment malfunctions efficiently.
- Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices and maintenance management systems.
- Ability to read technical drawings and perform tasks such as welding, machining, and component fabrication.
- Commitment to safety standards and procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LoTo) and work permits.
Expectation from Role
- Ensure timely and safe execution of maintenance tasks to support uninterrupted production.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external technicians during complex maintenance or shutdowns.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and contribute to the continuous improvement of equipment reliability.
Why You Will Love Working with Us
- A full-time position in an international, dynamic environment.
- Competitive remuneration package and a strong pension scheme.
- 30 vacation days with flexibility to support work-life balance.
- Opportunities for professional growth within Nutreco and the broader SHV group.
- A collaborative culture that values innovation, safety, and sustainability.
Next Steps
We value a seamless candidate experience and aim to respond within five (5) business days. The hiring process typically takes 4–6 weeks.
We appreciate your interest in joining our mission to innovate and sustainably shape the future of food production.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.
Our organisation:
Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. Trouw Nutrition provides species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products and nutritional know-how. The unique combination of products, models and services Trouw Nutrition offers, boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers' peace of mind. Trouw Nutrition's nutrition solutions have met the need of farmers and home-mixers, feed producers, integrators and distributors. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees. Our mission is Feeding the Future.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.