Commercial mechanic at Orion

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Salary €18.12/Hr.- €24.76/Hr.
Categories Maintenance repair
Sector Technical
Employment type Fixed-term
Work schedule Full time
Accepted languages EnglishDutch
Experience required Limited positions available
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Orion

Orion is a technical service provider specialised in maintaining and managing complex vehicle fleets. The company supports many types of vehicles used in different sectors. This includes fire trucks, snow and airport vehicles, buses, passenger cars, and vehicles for waste collection and cleaning. Orion focuses on keeping vehicles safe, reliable, and ready for daily use. Strong technical knowledge and organised processes are key to its services. 

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As a mechanic at Orion Airport Partners, you are at the heart of aviation logistics. Orion is a premier technical service provider that ensures airports run like clockwork. In this role, you won't just fix vehicles; you will maintain the specialized fleet that keeps runways safe and flights on time. From massive airport fire trucks and high-tech crash tenders to the essential snow-clearing fleet and KLM staff vehicles, your expertise ensures that critical equipment is always ready for action. You will work in a professional environment with access to specialized tools and a team of experts dedicated to aviation safety. We make sure you master the latest aviation technologies and kickstart your career in the airport logistics industry 

 

 

Your daily tasks 

You will be responsible for fixing and checking heavy airport equipment. You will: 

 

  • Perform maintenance on electric drive systems and high-voltage units 

  • Diagnose and repair complex mechanical and electrical faults 

  • Maintain safety-critical systems like brakes, steering, and suspension 

  • Carry out inspections on specialized airport vehicles (fire trucks, snow fleet) 

  • Work on advanced camera systems, payment systems, and digital displays 

  • Troubleshoot and fix climate control systems (heating and AC) 

 

 

Your working schedule 

You will work from Monday to Friday between 07:00 and 17:00. There is a possibility of working in the evening shift, which gives you a 30% shift allowance. 

 

 

What you need to bring 

You are a technical person who likes fixing things. You have:  

 

  • A NEN 9140 certificate or the willingness to obtain it within 2 months 

  • Experience with passenger cars, commercial vehicles, or trucks 

  • Good communication skills in English or Dutch 

  • A category B driving license to travel to your workplace 

 

Why this job fits you 

You are a mechanic who likes to work with vehicles. This job is perfect if you want: 

 

  • To work with impressive, specialized airport technology every day 

  •  To grow in a leading company that is a key partner for major airports 

  • To improve your qualifications and your career with a fully funded NEN 9140 certificate.   

  •  A stable work schedule with a healthy work-life balance 

  •  To use your technical skills to solve real-world logistical challenges 

Benefits Orion

Working at Orion means working for a stable and specialised technical company. Employees work with different vehicles and modern maintenance systems. Clear procedures and training help people do their work safely and correctly. There are opportunities to learn technical skills and grow into specialised roles. Teamwork and responsibility are important every day. Orion offers a professional environment where employees support public services and build a long‑term career.

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