Maintenance Technician

Houthalen - Belgium

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Would you like to join a global growing company that innovates for a more sustainable tomorrow UPM could be the team for you. We are frontrunners in developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based materials. Besides enabling both businesses and consumers make more sustainable choices we strive to create a positive UPM experience for all our employees around the world. We live by our values trust and be trusted achieve together renew with courage. Together we can renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils!

Learn more about us as a workplace are now looking for a Maintenance Technician to join our team in Houthalen-Helchteren Belgium.

What you will do

As a Maintenance Technician you will be the hands-on lead within our technical department. You ensure that our installations operate optimally and actively contribute to technical improvements. You will work in a dynamic environment where your expertise makes the addition you will:

Perform periodic and preventive maintenance on machines and installations
Detect and resolve mechanical and electrical malfunctions
Identify deviations and make proposals for technical optimizations
Implement and manage spare parts management
Read and interpret PLC programs and take appropriate actions
Prepare operating instructions and share knowledge through training
Coordinate and support colleagues by setting a positive example
Oversee daily operations of the entire machine park including breakdowns and preventive maintenance
Solve technical problems related to machines
Carry out repair and maintenance work on buildings
Monitor and operate technical installations
Report deviations and take corrective action
Investigate and assess the complexity of technical malfunctions
Work collaboratively within a team of maintenance technicians
Report to the head of the technical department

Who you are

You hold a TSO diploma in mechanics or electromechanics or equivalent experience
You preferably have at least five years of relevant experience as a troubleshooting technician and/or strong electrical skills
You have obtained BA5 certificate
You have extensive mechanical knowledge including hydraulics pneumatics measurement and control technology
You are practical adaptable and detail-oriented
You are comfortable working independently and as part of a small team
You have strong analytical skills to solve complex technical problems
You are able to read technical plans
You have experience with electromechanical work: laying cables connecting control cabinets reading schematics
You communicate well in Dutch and English both written and spoken
You are willing to work in shifts (early late)

This is what we offerto you

A meaningful job:We have an inspiring purposeWe renew the everyday for a future beyond work is impactful and transformative.
A caring community:Our community is built ongreat teamspirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and thewell-beingof our support the work-life balance of all our employees.
Development opportunities:We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international multi-businessorganizationoffering plenty of avenues for personal growth.
Responsible employer:Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious science-based sustainability targets in all areasfrom climate changemitigationtoenhancingbiodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.

Learn about ourRewardingandour Ways of working.

Additional information

For further information about the role please contact .

To apply please submit your CV and cover letter by February 5 2026. Please note that we accept only applications submitted through our online application system. We begin reviewing applications as they are received and you may be contacted before the application deadline.

For support with submitting your application please contact our HR Service Center at or tel. .

UPM Adhesive Materials (formerly UPM Raflatac) offers high-quality self-adhesive paper and film products including label materials graphics solutions and removable self-adhesive products. We operate 14 factories and deliver our innovative and sustainable products through our global network of distribution terminals. We are one of UPMs growth businesses and employ around 3200 people. Our sales reached almost EUR 16 billion (USD 17 billion) in 2024. Read more:

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