Full job description
Location : The Netherlands (Venlo & other sites)
Contract : 1-year renewable (long-term career path)
Visa : Full sponsorship, IND-compliant
Role Overview
As a Service & Maintenance Technician (Level 3), you will work independently on the maintenance, servicing, troubleshooting, and repair of advanced HVAC and building systems in large commercial / industrial facilities.
This is not an installation role — it requires deep diagnostic skills, preventive maintenance, and client-facing communication in mission-critical environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Independently diagnose and troubleshoot faults in HVAC and climate systems (AHUs, chillers, VRV / VRF, boilers, sanitary systems, pumps).
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on HVAC and related systems.
- Conduct adjustments, replacements, and performance improvements.
- Participate in 24 / 7 on-call duty rotations for emergency repairs.
- Write clear technical service reports and client-ready documentation in English.
- Advise clients on system upgrades, repairs, or replacements.
- Follow service protocols and safety standards.
- Collaborate within structured technical teams, ensuring quality delivery.
- Must-Have Candidate Profile Education
Minimum HND or B.Eng. / B.Sc. in :
Mechanical EngineeringHVAC TechnologyBuilding Services EngineeringProfessional Experience (Commercial / Industrial Projects Only) :
HVAC Service & Troubleshooting – 3+ years independent experience diagnosing and repairing faults in HVAC / climate systems.Preventive & Corrective Maintenance – 3+ years servicing AHUs, chillers, boilers, VRF / VRV, pumps, sanitary systems.Technical Diagnostics (mechanical & electrical) – 2+ years diagnosing faults in sensors, control systems, and automation boards.On-Call Duty / Emergency Response – 1+ year previous participation in urgent service duty shifts.Service Reporting – 2+ years preparing professional maintenance / service reports in English.Client Interaction – 2+ years direct client-facing communication, explaining technical issues clearly.Safety Compliance – Solid knowledge of HSE / VCA service safety protocols; certifications strongly preferred.Mandatory Prerequisites
Born after 01 / 10 / 1995 (visa compliance).Valid driver’s license (Nigerian).Valid international passport (or ability to obtain within 2 weeks).Fluent, clear English (spoken & written) for reporting and client interaction.Fully relocation-ready within 12 weeks.Nice-to-Have Skills
Certifications : HSE I–III, NEBOSH, F-Gas handling, ASHRAE HVAC, AutoCAD HVAC.Knowledge of smart building, IoT, or geothermal systems (WKO).Familiarity with digital reporting tools (SAP, ServiceM8, Excel, etc.).International / multinational project exposure.Not Suitable
Candidates with only residential service / maintenance experience.Technicians with installation background only (no servicing).No prior on-call duty participation.Weak English (reporting + client interaction required).Candidates with no driver’s license.Candidates unwilling to prepare service reports in English.Born after 01 / 10 / 1995.Not relocation-ready within 12 weeks.Benefits
Full visa sponsorship (Dutch Skilled Migrant Program).Salary aligned with top European standards for HVAC service technicians.Pathway to permanent residence.Annual renewable contract with long-term growth potential.Work on critical European projects in healthcare, offices, and logistics.Job Type : Full-time