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Work Preparer

AntwerpOn siteHours negotiable<3months

As a Work Preparer, you are responsible for the complete preparation of technical work and maintenance projects. You translate work orders into clear, safe, and efficient work packages and ensure that the necessary information, materials, resources, and documents are available in a timely manner. You are responsible for the organization, coordination, and follow-up of work on location. In doing so, you monitor safety, quality, planning, and the available budget.

You manage external partners and, where applicable, internal employees, and act as the central point of contact during execution. You work closely with various internal departments and external partners and ensure that work is carefully prepared and executed according to applicable procedures.

What you will do.

  • You analyze the nature and scope of assigned work packages and discuss work requests to arrive at a clear and complete scope.
  • You develop safe, efficient, and technically sound work methods and work descriptions.
  • You compile complete work preparation files, including risk analyses, technical documentation, drawings, and diagrams.
  • You collect and check all information necessary for the correct execution of the work.
  • You monitor relevant measurements and KPIs within the work order process and take actions to achieve the set objectives.
  • You analyze feedback after the execution of the work and, where necessary, perform post-calculations with a view to continuous improvement.
  • You maintain technical contacts with suppliers and external service providers.
  • You guide external partners during the start-up of work and inform them about safety, environmental, and other relevant risks.
  • You actively participate in kick-off meetings, task risk analyses, safety discussions, and evaluations of external partners.
  • You organize and coordinate work on location and monitor the execution by external partners.
  • You monitor progress, quality, and correct execution and adjust where necessary.
  • You are the first point of contact for practical and technical questions during execution.
  • You validate, receive, and check delivered goods and materials.
  • You ensure that the necessary work documentation is available in a timely manner for the responsible internal parties.
  • You identify external risks and translate them into concrete measures within existing task and risk analyses.
  • You intervene in case of safety or other procedural shortcomings and ensure correct follow-up.
  • You actively contribute to the optimization of processes, working methods, and work preparation methods.

Profile

  • Bachelor's degree in Electromechanics or equivalent through relevant experience.
  • Knowledge of measurement statements and technical work within piping, civil engineering works, and electricity.
  • Broad technical knowledge of mechanical maintenance, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
  • Basic knowledge of electrical maintenance and various technical materials, including metal, concrete, and plastics.
  • Knowledge of civil engineering techniques is a plus.
  • Sufficient technical insight to independently analyze and prepare work.
  • Experience or affinity with technical maintenance environments is a significant asset.
  • Actively follow developments in your field and willingness to continuously develop your knowledge.
  • Valid VCA certificate for supervisors or willingness to obtain it.
  • Proficient in MS Office. Experience with an ERP system is a plus.
  • Experience with MS Project or similar planning tools is an added value.
  • Clear and professional communication, both verbally and in writing.
  • Fluent in Dutch, both spoken and written. Knowledge of English and additional languages is a plus.
  • Independent, results-oriented, and proactive.
  • Flexible and able to easily switch between different tasks and priorities.

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