Key Skills

Job Description

Responsibilities Make an impact Swisslog is expanding its maintenance team at our customer’s new automated warehouse in Barendrecht. We are looking for a motivated and hands-on Resident Engineer to join our dedicated team. In this position, you will work 40 hours in extended (mainly) 2-shifts. You will work in a team with 6 colleagues, the operating hours are between 6am - 11pm, 5 days per week including weekends on rotation. Please note: This is a permanent position, starting with a 12-month contract. Performing electro-mechanical preventive and corrective maintenance on automated material handling systems, including Autostore and conveyors, in line with Swisslog quality standards. Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electronic faults, escalating to remote specialists when needed. Ensure safe, efficient operations by following planned preventive maintenance (PPM) schedules. Act as the on-site representative of Swisslog, building and maintaining strong customer relationships with Albert Heijn. Application Requirements What you need to succeed Technical education in mechanical / electrical maintenance or mechatronics Customer and service oriented mindset and strong communication skills Knowledge of preventive maintenance methods and schedules Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.) Experience working on automated equipment such as conveyors and robots is an advantage but not strictly required Reside within less than 1 hour driving distance from Barendrecht Hold a valid driving license Comfortable communicating in English (main team language); knowledge of Dutch is a strong plus.

Core Responsibilities

Perform preventive and corrective electro-mechanical maintenance on automated material handling equipment, including Autostore systems and conveyors, and diagnose and resolve mechanical and electronic faults. Follow preventive maintenance schedules, escalate issues to remote specialists when needed, and represent Swisslog on-site while maintaining a strong customer relationship with Albert Heijn.

Requirements

A technical education in mechanical or electrical maintenance or mechatronics is required, along with a customer- and service-oriented mindset, strong communication skills, and basic Microsoft Office knowledge. Candidates should live within an hour’s drive of Barendrecht, hold a valid driving license, and be comfortable communicating in English; experience with automated equipment and knowledge of Dutch are advantages.