Vacatures

Are you a Field Service Engineer looking for a new challenge in maritime measuring equipment? Then VAF welcomes you.

Your Challenge You ensure that VAF measuring systems and IT equipment on board ships operate at their best. Our customers can always rely on planned maintenance and any malfunctions being resolved as quickly as possible. You won’t leave until the job is done.

What You’ll Do

Independently install, repair, and maintain all technical VAF products and installations on board Analyze and resolve malfunctions so that everything runs smoothly again Prepare your own work in advance Maintain contact with colleagues from the department who support you remotely Advise customers on technical solutions and identify opportunities for product improvement Work on board at our clients’ locations, both nationally and internationally Your travel frequency is approximately 50%
Working at VAF
We ensure you’ll work with great colleagues in a modern environmentA position with the prospect of a permanent contractAdditional compensation for long-distance travelAttractive secondary benefits (CAO Metalektro)Company car, laptop, and phone providedAn onboarding period in which you’ll learn all the ins and outs of our products and services
Why Work at VAF

Working at VAF Instruments means contributing together with your colleagues to the improvement, innovation, and growth of our organization and customer satisfaction. We value colleagues who take responsibility and bring their own ideas. We encourage independence and support talent. We believe that the best products are made by the best people!

Who Are We Looking For?

You are a customer-focused problem solverYou are confident and assertiveYou have an MBO level 4 diploma in a technical field such as Mechatronics, or you have acquired equivalent knowledge and skills through experiencePreferably, you have knowledge of IT network systemsYou have a good command of English, spoken and written

Competencies:

Technical insightGood interpersonal skills with customersIndependentFlexibleEager to learn  
Did You Know That VAF...
Has long made a significant contribution to sustainability and CO₂ reduction in maritime shippingIs part of Aalberts, a publicly traded companyHas a history dating back to 1938 — that’s 87 years!Holds a leading global position in measurement systemsIs located in DordrechtProvides a work environment with a pleasant and safe atmosphere where everyone can be themselves, and where we embrace our differences   Read less