Mechanical Supervisor

Company Description Big Dutchman AG is a global leader in equipment and feeding systems for modern pig and poultry production, offering solutions that range from traditional setups to advanced computer-controlled facilities. The company’s portfolio includes climate control, air cleaning, energy supply systems, insect farming technologies, and high-tech greenhouses, serving projects from small operations to fully integrated turn-key farms. Customers receive comprehensive support from planning through commissioning, ensuring efficient and sustainable livestock and agricultural production. Founded in 1938 with the invention of the world’s first automatic chain feeder in the USA, Big Dutchman now has its headquarters in Vechta, Germany, employing around 850 of its approximately 3,400 team members there. Its reliable systems are deployed across all five continents and in more than 100 countries, offering long-term stability and international exposure for professionals joining the company.

Role Description The Mechanical Supervisor is a contract role based in Romania with a hybrid work arrangement, combining on-site responsibilities with some work-from-home flexibility. This role oversees mechanical maintenance activities for livestock production equipment and related systems, ensuring safe, efficient, and continuous operation. Day-to-day tasks include organizing and supervising maintenance teams, assigning work orders, and monitoring the quality and timeliness of mechanical repairs and inspections. The Mechanical Supervisor coordinates preventive maintenance schedules, reviews equipment performance, and identifies opportunities to reduce downtime and extend asset life. Additional responsibilities include enforcing safety and compliance standards, maintaining documentation for maintenance and inspection activities, collaborating with engineering and project teams, and supporting commissioning or upgrades of mechanical systems as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong supervisory skills, including team coordination, task delegation, and performance monitoring in a mechanical or industrial environment.
• Experience with preventive maintenance and maintenance management, including planning, scheduling, and tracking maintenance activities for mechanical systems.
• Hands-on background in mechanical maintenance and inspection of industrial or agricultural equipment, with a focus on reliability and safety.
• Sound knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics; ability to interpret technical drawings and equipment manuals.
• Familiarity with maintenance software or CMMS tools and basic proficiency in MS Office for reporting and documentation.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards, with the ability to promote safe work practices on site.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in multicultural teams.
• Technical qualification in mechanical engineering or a related field (vocational training, technical diploma, or degree) preferred.
• Previous experience in livestock production facilities, food processing, or industrial plant environments is an advantage.
• Fluency in English and Romanian is beneficial; willingness to