Mechanic (Ghent, Port area)

Do you enjoy working as a hands-on mechanic and making sure machines, bearings and mechanical parts keep running smoothly? Then you may be the mechanic we are looking for.

3D-meting en kwaliteitscontrole van metalen componenten bij Vander Plaetsen

About Vander Plaetsen Group

Vander Plaetsen is a technical project partner specialised in metal construction, industrial installations and assembly. With our core divisions, Construct, Engineering, Electrics and Lifting, we deliver projects for industry and agriculture throughout Belgium and abroad.
Our strength lies in the close collaboration between our divisions, short communication lines, and stable teams of skilled professionals who reinforce one another.

Your role in our company

As a mechanic, you work at our client’s site in the Port of Ghent. You carry out technical maintenance on industrial installations and equipment, with attention to safety and continuity.

Your tasks include:

  • Checking installations and parts preventively
  • Inspecting bearings, drives and components, and repairing or replacing them
  • Detecting defects and proposing solutions
  • Lubricating, adjusting and putting machines back into service
  • Registering and reporting the work you perform

Your profile

We are looking for someone who works in a solution-oriented way, with a sense of responsibility and a good feeling for order and safety. You have a solid base of technical knowledge and experience in mechanics or industrial maintenance.

You have:

  • A technical diploma (TSO) or equivalent experience
  • Basic knowledge of mechanical drives
  • Some welding skills (semi-automatic) are a plus
  • You speak Dutch and have basic English or French
  • A VCA certificate or willingness to obtain it

Our vacancies

At Vander Plaetsen, you get the chance to grow your craftsmanship within a stable company that looks ahead. We focus on security, training and a pleasant working atmosphere — because strong projects require strong teams.

  • A full-time daytime job
  • A correct salary supplemented with meal and eco vouchers
  • Group and hospitalisation insurance
  • Training opportunities and advancement paths tailored to your talents
  • A collegial team where collaboration and respect are central

Interested?

Does this sound like your next step? Apply online via the button below, or send your CV and motivation to personeel@vander-plaetsen.com.
Prefer to call? You can reach us at 09 348 10 18. We’re happy to take the time to get to know you.