FIRST ELECTRICIAN INDUSTRY & ENERGY

ABOUT US

SkilledPeople, a brand of THS B.V., is an established technical staffing and recruitment agency based in Amsterdam, specializing in the recruitment, placement and secondment of technical professionals from the Netherlands, other EU countries and beyond. From our Amsterdam office, we connect technical specialists with leading employers and projects throughout the Netherlands.

THE POSITION

For our client Croonwolter&dros, we are looking for 6 First Electricians Industry & Energy, with the prospect of long-term employment and a permanent position.

Croonwolter&dros is a leading technical services provider in the Netherlands. The company combines technical expertise, safety and innovation to deliver and maintain reliable and futureproof technical installations.

You will work within the North-West Industry & Energy division, based in Amsterdam. This division delivers technical projects for industrial companies, grid operators and energy producers in North Holland, Utrecht and Flevoland.

YOUR ROLE

As a First Electrician Industry & Energy, you will have a hands-on technical role on industrial and energy infrastructure projects at various locations throughout the North-West region of the Netherlands.

You will carry out electrical work on low-voltage (LV) and medium-voltage (MV) installations. Depending on the project, your responsibilities may include installing and replacing cables and cable systems, connecting electrical installations and components, control and distribution panels, machines, motors and sensors, working on switchgear, inspections, testing, commissioning and troubleshooting.

You will work as part of a technical team while being able to independently carry out your own electrical work. As one of the more experienced technicians within the team, you will support less experienced colleagues with technical questions and provide practical guidance and training.

You will report to and work under the responsibility of the Lead Electrician / Electrical Supervisor, who is responsible for the overall coordination of the work on the project.

Safety is a key priority in your role. You will have plenty of opportunities to further develop your skills in industrial electrical engineering, energy networks and high-voltage systems.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

■ Carry out installation, replacement and maintenance work on LV and MV installations.

■ Perform cable work for LV and MV connections, terminations and cable jointing.

■ Install and connect switchgear, distribution systems and other electrical equipment.

■ Carry out inspections, testing and commissioning of switchgear and electrical installations.

■ Troubleshoot faults and carry out unplanned maintenance.

■ Perform switching operations when you have received the appropriate training and authorization.

■ Work independently from electrical drawings, schematics and technical documentation.

■ Work in accordance with applicable NEN 3140, VIAG, BEI, VCA and permit-to-work procedures.

■ Work closely with the Lead Electrician / Electrical Supervisor, project managers, planners and other technicians on site.

■ Coordinate and document your work and ensure that it meets applicable quality and safety standards.

■ Support less experienced colleagues with day-to-day technical questions and provide practical guidance and training.

■ Report progress, technical issues and safety matters to the Lead Electrician / Electrical Supervisor.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Ideally, you have at least 2 years of relevant practical experience. Depending on your experience, knowledge and interests, you will be assigned to projects that match your profile.

Do you have less experience but can demonstrate that you are already able to independently carry out most of the required electrical work? We would also be very happy to receive your application.

Do you have a particular preference for industrial projects or energy infrastructure projects? Let us know. We will be happy to explore opportunities that match your interests and experience.

You have:

■ An electrical qualification at MBO Level 3 or a comparable level based on education and/or relevant practical experience. If you do not have a qualification at this level but do have relevant practical experience, we also encourage you to apply. Additional training or education can be provided where necessary..

■ Relevant practical experience with electrical installation work within the industrial sector and/or energy infrastructure.

■ The ability to independently read and work from electrical drawings and schematics.

■ Experience with LV installations and an interest in developing your skills in MV installations.

■ A willingness to support and guide less experienced electricians when required.

■ A strong safety awareness and the ability to work accurately and responsibly.

■ Sufficient command of Dutch and/or English to communicate safely and effectively. If you do not speak Dutch yet, you are expected to be willing to learn Dutch from the start of your employment.

■ A valid driving licence (Category B).

■ Experience with MV and/or HV installations, substations, switchgear or cable systems is an advantage.

■ Dutch certifications and authorizations such as VCA, NEN 3140, BEI and VIAG are an advantage, but do not necessarily need to be in place when you apply. Where applicable, additional training, certifications and instructions can be provided before you perform work requiring a specific qualification or authorization.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

■ A gross monthly salary of €3.106 to €4.057, based on a 40-hour working week. The salary range covers different levels within the position, from technicians who are still developing within the role to highly experienced technicians operating at an excellent level. Your starting salary will be determined based on your relevant experience, technical knowledge and level of independence.

■ Employment conditions in accordance with the Dutch Collective Labour Agreement for Metal and Technology (CAO Metaal & Techniek).

■ A pension scheme through StiPP.

■ A full-time or part-time employment contract (32–40 hours per week) with SkilledPeople.

■ An employment contract for a minimum period of one year, with the intention of transitioning to a permanent position directly with Croonwolter&dros within two years.

■ Holiday allowance, 25 vacation days and 13 ADV days based on full-time employment.

■ Additional allowances where applicable, depending on the project, working hours and work schedule.

■ Training and certifications required to perform your work safely in the Netherlands.

■ A training and development budget, with opportunities to further develop your career within the industrial and energy infrastructure sectors.

■ Opportunities to further develop your knowledge and experience in MV, HV, energy infrastructure and industrial electrical installations.

■ Career progression opportunities towards positions such as Lead Electrician / Electrical Supervisor (Chefmonteur) or technical and coordinating positions within the office organization.

■ A mobile phone, work clothes/shoes & tools.

■ A company car is optional.

■ Support from both our team and Croonwolter&dros throughout your employment.

■ Assistance in finding accommodation and practical support with relocation to the Netherlands and with the documentation required to start working in the Netherlands, where applicable.

INTERESTED?

You do not need to meet every single preferred requirement to apply.

We assess candidates based on the combination of their education, relevant practical experience, technical skills, level of independence and ability to develop further within the position.

If you do not yet meet all the requirements, we will discuss the available onboarding and training opportunities with you and determine how you can develop towards the required level within a reasonable period.

Would you prefer to work for a different type of client or project, another employer, or are you looking for greater flexibility? Let us know. We offer a wide range of technical projects and employment opportunities throughout the Netherlands for skilled technical professionals