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Operating Engineer - Mechanical Systems (EU residents)

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Arnhem

Contracttype

Vast

Salaris

€ 4151 - 8197

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Introduction

At TenneT, we work every day on tomorrow's electricity grid. Our goal? A reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy system. As an Operating Engineer - Mechanical Systems you play a crucial role in preparing and supporting the 2GW offshore systems entering operation over the coming years. Ready to make an impact?

Your role

How will you help power the Netherlands?

As an Operating Engineer - Mechanical Systems , you help ensure that our future offshore grid connection assets are delivered, commissioned, and operated safely and efficiently. You shape processes, develop concepts, and contribute to operational readiness - enabling the Netherlands to rely on a stable and sustainable energy system.

In addition, you are responsible for:

• Operational readiness and engineering review - You guide design, commissioning, operations, and maintenance considerations for mechanical auxiliary systems, ensuring availability and long-term integrity.

• Data and documentation quality - You assess, enhance, and safeguard documentation to improve safety, traceability and maintenance performance.

• Improvement and optimisation - You propose practical system setup solutions, capture lessons learned, and contribute to our continuous Operational Readiness Framework.

• Safety leadership - You actively support a safe working environment for colleagues and partners across on- and offshore sites.

You will join the Offshore Mechanical Engineering team within Grid Field Operation Offshore Netherlands , led by Berendjan Zonneveld . Together with colleagues and Grid Managers, you prepare assets for service and later oversee their safe and effective operation. Our culture is collaborative, international, fast-growing and quality-driven - where coordination, learning, innovation and teamwork define how we work.

Your profile & background

· At TenneT, we are looking for professionals who help shape the future of our electricity grid. We expect you to bring the right experience and skills to make a valuable contribution to our team and mission.

What do you bring?

• Technical insight and practical mindset - You combine operational know-how with a structured thinking approach to define solutions for mechanical systems in complex offshore environments.

• Analytical strength and planning skills - You assess risk, prioritise and structure actions, supporting smooth project-to-operations transitions.

• Team mindset and adaptability - You thrive in diverse, intercultural settings and enjoy collaborating to deliver results.

You also bring:

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Maritime Technology , or equivalent qualification.

• Hands-on experience in operations and maintenance of systems such as HVA/C, fire-fighting systems, cooling systems, freshwater installations, SCADA, and diesel generators.

• Experience interpreting P&IDs and applying them in practice.

• Willingness to travel and work in offshore environments; medical suitability and working-at-heights capability are required.

• Strong communication skills in Dutch and/or English .

• Willingness to relocate temporarily (approx. 3 years) to Singapore/Batam during construction phases, with return placement into TenneT's operations organisation based on expat and Dutch contract terms.

Working conditions

Shape Our offer

TenneT gives you the opportunity to contribute to a sustainable energy future. Together with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders, you work on innovative solutions that enable the energy transition. You'll have room to develop your talents in an environment where your growth is a priority.

We offer you:

• A permanent contract with a two-month probation period based on 40 hours per week or year contract with the intention to be determined after 1 or 2 years.

• Market-conform salary in scale 8: €4151 to €8197 per month, excluding 8% holiday pay and a 6% year-end bonus, with 70% pension contribution.

• Flexible benefits including hybrid working, travel allowance, internet reimbursement, and a home office allowance.

• Support for wellbeing, including contributions to fitness membership and health insurance.

• Development opportunities via the TenneT Academy.

Together, we ensure the Netherlands stays in motion and is ready for the energy of tomorrow.

Together, we power the Netherlands!

Your new place of work

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• The offer

  We will soon make you a great offer. You'll receive a salary proposal and an overview of our benefits package. Ready to sign?

• The screening

  With a signed employment contract in hand, there's one final step to take: the pre-employment screening. TenneT has a societal responsibility to keep the Netherlands powered 24/7. We must minimize the risks of disruptions as much as possible. Therefore, we require every employee to provide at least a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG). If there are no objections to your appointment, nothing will stand in the way of your start. For certain positions, a VOG is not sufficient, and a more detailed screening will follow.

• Welcome to TenneT

  Once everything is finalized, you'll start your onboarding at TenneT on the first of the month. Two days with all your new colleagues to discover who TenneT is and how we work. You'll get to know all the ins & outs. After that, you'll continue your onboarding within your team. Welcome!

Your new colleagues

Coen van Woerkom

Recruiters

+31 (6) 42 97 25 59

Bianca Kreijger

+31 (6) 42 16 39 62

Operating Engineer - Mechanical Systems (EU residents)