Freelance Electro-Mechanical Technician
Location:
Ghent Region, Belgium
Contract:
6 Months Initial + Extension About the Role We are supporting a leading industrial manufacturing company in the Ghent region that is looking for an experienced Electro-Mechanical Technician to support ongoing maintenance and reliability of production equipment. This is a hands-on freelance role within a fast-paced production environment, working closely with maintenance and production teams to ensure minimal downtime and optimal performance.
Key Responsibilities Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance on production machinery Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical faults Support breakdown interventions to minimise downtime Work on motors, conveyors, pumps, and automated systems Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings Collaborate with internal teams to improve equipment reliability
What You Bring Strong experience as an Electro-Mechanical Technician in an industrial environment Solid knowledge of both electrical and mechanical systems Experience with fault finding, maintenance, and troubleshooting Familiarity with PLC systems (Siemens or similar) is a plus Ability to work independently on-site Dutch-speaking (required)
Contract Details Freelance / Contract role Initial 6-month contract + likely extension Full-time on-site position Competitive hourly/day rate
Why Apply? Long-term freelance opportunity with extension potential Work within a stable, well-established production environment Immediate start available Opportunity to make a real impact on production performance