Control Room Specialist
Control Room Specialist
Location: Duiven, Netherlands (with occasional support in Elst, on demand)
Type of employment: Full time
Working pattern: On-site, rotating 3-shift schedule (day, afternoon & night), Monday-Saturday
We are seeking an experienced Control Room Specialist with a strong background in automation, maintenance, and SCADA systems to support a highly automated logistics hub.
The successful candidate will provide technical and operational support during sorting operations, monitor automation systems, coordinate on-site maintenance teams, and ensure the safe and effective performance of conveyor and material handling systems.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and manage conveyor and material handling equipment through SCADA systems during live sorting operations
- Actively respond to system alarms, signals, and operational issues, coordinating Field Service Engineers and Technicians to troubleshoot and resolve incidents
- Provide local and remote troubleshooting support across automation, electrical, electronic, electromechanical, and mechanical systems
- Support the maintenance and operation of automated material handling systems, including conveyors, bearings, shafts, rollers, and other mechanical components
- Ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient performance of sorting systems during operational shifts
- Provide technical leadership, guidance, and support to Regular and Senior Technicians on-site
- Assess technical work and provide guidance on both maintenance execution and administrative close-out
- Support planning and engineering activities related to material handling and facility systems
- Manage and coordinate small technical projects and local vendors when required
- Maintain accurate records of breakdowns, maintenance activities, spare parts usage, LOTO procedures, toolbox meetings, and other technical activities
- Use and maintain IBM Maximo CMMS for maintenance reporting and administrative processes
- Support inventory and spare parts management
- Identify system anomalies and implement appropriate corrective actions in line with established procedures
- Ensure compliance with relevant safety, operational, and technical standards
- Mentor and support maintenance personnel, promoting effective teamwork and knowledge sharing
Qualifications
- 3-5 years of relevant experience in maintenance, automation, controls, or SCADA
- Technical background in electrical, electronic, electromechanical, or mechanical engineering
- Previous experience in a similar technical support, control room, maintenance, or automation role
- Experience working with SCADA systems and automated material handling equipment
- Experience supporting conveyor systems and intralogistics / automated sorting environments
- Previous experience with technical leadership, mentoring, or coordinating maintenance teams
- Knowledge of CMMS systems, preferably IBM Maximo
- Ability to troubleshoot electrical, electronic, electromechanical, automation, and mechanical equipment
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Good planning and organizational skills
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Service-oriented and hands-on approach
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment
- Fluent in English and Dutch, both written and spoken
- Technical qualification (MBO or equivalent) in electrical, electronic, electromechanical, automation, or a related discipline
To apply, please send your CV to Natalia at:
Natalia Mlodawska - [email protected]
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