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Maintenance Planner
Maintenance Planner / Work Preparation Engineer responsible for preparing, planning and coordinating maintenance activities in an industrial production environment. The role focuses on efficient maintenance execution, safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Prepare work orders for preventive and corrective maintenance
- Provide technical documentation, drawings and work instructions
- Ensure timely availability of materials, tools and spare parts
- Assess technical feasibility of maintenance work
- Create and manage short- and long-term maintenance schedules
- Coordinate with production, procurement and external contractors
- Monitor work orders and adjust planning when needed
- Allocate work to technicians and contractors
- Act as first point of contact for technical and organisational questions
- Ensure compliance with safety legislation and procedures
- Prepare and review Task Risk Analyses and work permits
- Manage and update CMMS systems such as SAP PM, Ultimo or Maximo
- Record maintenance activities, breakdowns and materials
- Prepare KPI reports such as MTTR and MTBF
- Support continuous improvement, RCA, TPM and Lean Maintenance
- MBO+ or HBO level, preferably Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Technical Business Administration
- 3–5 years of experience in a technical environment
- Experience with maintenance planning and CMMS
- Knowledge of ATEX, NEN 3140, PGS and Dutch safety legislation
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Good Dutch communication skills
- English is an advantage
Questions candidates ask before applying
This depends on the role and the client, but on average our process takes 2–4 weeks from first contact to offer. We keep you informed at every step.
We specialize in roles across the renewable energy sector, including positions in solar, wind (onshore & offshore), green hydrogen, energy storage, grid infrastructure, and sustainability. We recruit for technical, commercial, and project management roles at all levels.
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Our fees are charged to the hiring company and are based on a percentage of the candidate's annual salary. We discuss this transparently during the intake. There are no costs for candidates.
Yes! You can submit an open application via our website. We'll keep your profile on file and reach out as soon as a suitable opportunity arises.
We conduct thorough interviews to assess both technical competencies and cultural fit. We have an extensive network in the renewable energy sector, which allows us to find both active and passive candidates.
Our process consists of several steps: (1) Intake with the client to understand the role, team, and culture, (2) Active sourcing and screening of candidates, (3) Presentation of a shortlist, (4) Interview coordination, (5) Offer and onboarding support.
We are a passionate, driven team that genuinely believes in the energy transition. We combine a personal approach with deep sector knowledge, and we're committed to making a real impact — for candidates, clients, and the planet.
We cover the full spectrum of renewables: solar PV, onshore and offshore wind, green hydrogen, energy storage, EV infrastructure, and broader sustainability roles. We work with developers, EPCs, OEMs, and utilities.
We ARE Renewables is headquartered in Rotterdam, the Netherlands — one of Europe's key hubs for the energy transition. We operate across Europe and connect renewable energy talent with leading organizations in the sector.
Yes, we recruit both permanent employees and freelance/interim professionals, depending on your project needs.
Depending on the role, we typically present the first shortlist within 1–2 weeks. For specialized or hard-to-fill positions, we set realistic timelines upfront.
We live and breathe renewable energy. Our consultants have a deep understanding of the sector — from the technical landscape to the energy transition trends shaping the industry. We don't just match CVs, we match ambitions.
You can reach out via our contact form or call us directly. We'll schedule an intake to understand your needs and immediately start the search for the right candidates.
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Yes, our recruitment services are completely free for candidates. We are paid by the hiring companies, so there are no costs for you at any stage of the process.