Exciting Career Opportunity for Experienced Senior Mechanical Maintenance / Head Technician.
Position: Head Technician (water sport industry)
Location: Hindeloopen, Friesland - the Netherlands
At a glance
This is an excellent opportunity for a strong experienced team lead to join the Le Boat team where you will play a key role in preparing the boat yard for arriving customers for the season.
What you will be doing

• Managing maintenance activities (mechanics, electricity, carpentry, fiberglass work).
• Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical components, and more.
• Providing mentorship and guidance to junior technicians, sharing your knowledge and expertise.
• Collaborating with Regional Manager to ensure efficient operation and timely completion of tasks, purchasing spare parts, managing stock.
• Oversee and participate boat winterization and off-season maintenance, ensure team safety.
• Participating in off-site repairs and emergency call-outs as needed during season (April-October)

What we are looking for:
Skills, experience, knowledge, qualifications, and training

• Proven experience in boat or car maintenance.
• Comprehensive understanding of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical components, and other technical systems.
• Leadership abilities and a passion for mentoring junior technicians.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Valid driver's license and full eligibility to work in the Netherlands.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Available for working at Saturdays during the season (April - October) and Sundays by rota basis.

Advantageous:

• Certificate from a marine college or equivalent (an advantage).
• A passion for boating and relevant experience.
• Other language skills as Dutch, German, French would be desirable.

We offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience. Annual salary review and increase.
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities. Career progression.
• Annual bonus based on Company’s target and individual performance.
• Le boat uniform
• Referral program and bonuses from £250 up to £500 equal to local currency / referral
• RELOCATION SUPPORT (reimburse travel cost to move to Netherlands up to €150/ ticket)
• Access to Travelopia group benefits (holiday discounts)
• Exciting work environment with the No.1 provider of houseboat vacations in Europe and Canada.

Le Boat, part of Travelopia, is the world’s leading provider of inland waterway boating holidays. Currently operating 37 bases in 9 countries, with a fleet of 901 charter boats, we attract more than 120,000 customers from all over the world each season. A global business working in 45 sources markets around the world with 6 sales offices (UK, Canada, Germany, France, South Africa & Australia). We have been established for over 50 years and are passionate about providing outstanding quality and service.
Continue your career journey with Le Boat and become part of a dynamic team shaping the future of marine tourism. Apply now and set sail on your professional adventure!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: €3.500,00 - €3.750,00 per month
Ability to commute/relocate:

• Hindeloopen: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Could you please let us know what is you salary expectation (gross / month)?

Experience:

• Mechanical: 3 years (Preferred)
• Electrical: 3 years (Preferred)
• Plumbing: 1 year (Preferred)
• Maintenance: 3 years (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driving license (Required)

Work authorization:

• Netherlands (Required)

Location:

• Hindeloopen (Preferred)

Work Location: In person