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SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT & SOURCING SPECIALIST

As a Supplier Development & Sourcing Specialist, you will play a key role in strengthening and future-proofing the supplier network supporting Vanderlande’s manufacturing operation in Veghel. You will analyse the current supplier landscape, identify capability gaps, and develop sourcing strategies to ensure the business has access to reliable and high-performing suppliers.

Working closely with Procurement, Manufacturing, Engineering and Quality teams, you will translate business requirements into practical supplier solutions and drive supplier onboarding and development activities.

Your responsibilities
Analyse and map the existing supplier base.Identify the supplier capabilities required to support current and future manufacturing needs.Perform gap analyses and determine where additional supplier capacity or expertise is required.Identify, qualify and engage potential new suppliers.Assess suppliers on quality, capability, capacity, reliability and commercial fit.Lead supplier onboarding and activation activities.Establish service level agreements (SLAs), commercial agreements and collaboration frameworks.Partner with Quality Assurance to ensure supplier quality requirements are embedded throughout the sourcing process.Collaborate with stakeholders across Procurement, Manufacturing, Engineering and Quality.Monitor progress, identify risks and provide clear recommendations to key stakeholders.Deliver a practical roadmap for the continued development of the supplier landscape.
What we offer
A competitive salary of €4,500,-/€6,200,- bruto per month.A challenging 6-month assignment with a global market leader in material handling and logistics automation.The opportunity to make a direct impact on the sourcing and supplier strategy of a major manufacturing operation.A highly collaborative environment where you will work alongside Procurement, Manufacturing, Engineering and Quality professionals.High levels of ownership and responsibility.Exposure to complex manufacturing and supply chain challenges.The opportunity to deliver visible and sustainable improvements with long-term business impact.A dynamic and innovative technical environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
About Vanderlande

Vanderlande is a global market leader in future-proof logistics process automation for irports, parcel services.The company designs, manufactures and maintains innovative automation solutions that help customers optimise their logistics operations and improve efficiency. With a strong focus on innovation, quality and continuous improvement, Vanderlande employs thousands of professionals worldwide and delivers solutions to some of the world's leading airports, parcel carriers and distribution centres. In Veghel, the company's manufacturing operation plays a critical role in supporting global projects and driving operational excellence across the organisation. 

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Interim Supplier Cyber Risk Manager

Vanderlande is looking for an experienced interim professional to establish the foundations for cyber supply chain risk management and regulatory compliance across its sourcing and supplier ecosystem.

You will translate regulatory requirements, including the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), relevant CE and machinery legislation, and internal cybersecurity standards into practical procurement, supplier management, contracting and governance processes. Your goal is to establish a risk-based framework, clear governance and a prioritized implementation roadmap to support sustainable compliance.

Define a practical cyber supply chain risk management framework, aligned with the long-term strategy for integration into Source-to-Pay tooling. Develop a risk-based supplier segmentation and assessment methodology, embedding cybersecurity requirements into supplier onboarding, qualification and ongoing monitoring. Translate regulatory requirements and existing controls into clear procurement checks, evidence requirements and acceptance criteria. Coordinate CRA readiness assessments across the existing product portfolio, working with technology teams and category managers to identify gaps and embed cybersecurity checks into sourcing and product lifecycle decisions. Align roles, responsibilities and governance across Business Units, Procurement, Legal and GISO. Develop a prioritized implementation roadmap and handover package to support long-term execution. Support stakeholder engagement, awareness and change management.
Arbeidsvoorwaarden
Rate is to be discussed, depending on experience. Around €90-€110 ex. per hour.
Candidate Profile
Proven experience in cybersecurity, technology risk, compliance or cyber governance.Knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks and standards, such as the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), NIS2, ISO 27001 and/or IEC 62443.Experience translating regulatory requirements into practical business processes and controls.Strong stakeholder management and change management skills.Experience collaborating with Procurement, Supplier Management, Legal and Information Security teams.Preferably, experience in industrial, manufacturing, technology, automation or Operational Technology (OT) environments.
Bedrijfsprofiel

Vanderlande is a global leader in logistics process automation, delivering advanced solutions for the warehousing, airports, and parcel sectors. Its integrated systems help customers around the world improve operational efficiency, reliability, and performance.

Driven by innovation and engineering excellence, Vanderlande combines advanced technology with extensive industry expertise to develop solutions for increasingly complex automation challenges.

By joining Vanderlande, you will contribute to the engineering behind the future of automated logistics, working alongside international experts who value collaboration, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.

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FREELANCE QSEH OFFICER

Are you an experienced HSE professional with a strong background in occupational and machine safety? Do you enjoy translating safety standards into practical solutions and driving improvements across an international organisation?

At Vanderlande, you will help strengthen corporate HSE standards and promote consistent, safe working practices across multiple business units and regions. You will work closely with HSE specialists and operational teams to ensure that safety requirements are effectively implemented in practice.

As a QSEH Officer within the Corporate HSE team, you will focus on developing, implementing, and improving occupational safety standards across Vanderlande's international operations.

Your responsibilities include:

Developing corporate HSE standards, particularly for LOTO, electrical safety, working at height, and machine safety. Translating corporate requirements into practical procedures and Safe Work Instructions. Supporting implementation across business units and monitoring progress. Advising operational teams on industrial safety risks, including working on or near energised machinery. Identifying gaps in existing practices and driving continuous improvement. Delivering workshops and training to promote awareness and consistent application of safety standards. Maintaining HSE documentation and reporting on implementation progress. Collaborating with local HSE teams, project and service teams, management, technicians, and contractors.
Requirements

You are a proactive, hands-on HSE professional who combines technical expertise with strong communication skills. You can translate complex safety requirements into practical solutions, influence stakeholders, and independently drive improvements.

Ideally, you bring:

A bachelor's degree in HSE Management or an equivalent qualification, such as NEBOSH, HVK, or IVK.Practical experience in occupational and machine safety, preferably in an industrial environment.Knowledge of industrial hazards, electrical safety, and working on or near energised machinery.Familiarity with applicable HSE legislation, safety standards, and safe working procedures.Strong analytical, organisational, and reporting skills.The ability to engage stakeholders, challenge existing practices, and drive improvements.Good computer skills and proficiency with standard office applications.Willingness to travel internationally up to approximately 15% of the time.
What we offer
Salary: €5,000–€6,211 gross per month, subject to the applicable employment arrangements.Start date: As soon as possible.Duration: Initial six-month assignment, with the possibility of extension.International exposure: Collaborate with HSE professionals and operational teams across multiple business units and regions.Meaningful impact: Help shape corporate safety standards and improve safety performance across the organisation.Technical challenge: Work on key safety topics, including LOTO, electrical safety, working at height, and machine safety.

Freelance professionals are welcome to apply, with contractual and financial arrangements to be agreed.

Company profile

Vanderlande is a global leader in future-proof logistic process automation, headquartered in Veghel, the Netherlands. Founded in 1949, the company designs, develops and delivers integrated automation solutions, intelligent software and lifecycle services for airports, warehouses and parcel handling operations worldwide.

As part of Toyota Industries Corporation, Vanderlande combines decades of engineering expertise with a strong focus on innovation, operational excellence and sustainability. Its advanced systems help some of the world's leading airports, e-commerce companies, retailers and parcel delivery operators improve efficiency, reliability and performance.

With a global workforce and operations across multiple continents, Vanderlande operates in a dynamic, technology-driven environment where safety, quality and continuous improvement are essential.

At Vanderlande, occupational safety plays a vital role in protecting employees, contractors and customers while ensuring safe and reliable operations. The company is committed to strengthening its HSE standards and promoting a consistent safety culture across its global organization.

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Electrical R&D Engineer – DCD Sorter Equipment Development

Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer with a passion for developing innovative solutions for complex industrial automation systems? At Vanderlande, you will help shape the next generation of sorter technology by designing, integrating, and improving advanced electrical and electro-mechanical systems.

Working at the intersection of electrical engineering, software, controls, and mechanical design, you will turn technical concepts into reliable, safe, and cost-effective solutions. From initial design to testing and industrialization, your expertise will help bring innovative engineering solutions to life.

As an Electrical R&D Engineer within the Sorter Equipment Development department, you will drive the development and improvement of electrical systems for advanced sorter equipment. You will work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, suppliers, and manufacturing specialists to ensure that designs meet performance requirements, safety standards, and quality expectations.

Your responsibilities include:

Electrical system design: Develop electrical schematics, control cabinets, field wiring, and 3D wire harnesses for industrial automation systems. Electrical architecture: Design electrical cabinets and power distribution systems, including PLC-controlled equipment, motor protection, and industrial networks. System integration: Bring electrical hardware, software, controls, and mechanical components together into robust system solutions. Testing and validation: Develop and execute test strategies to verify functionality, reliability, and system performance. Troubleshooting and root cause analysis: Investigate technical failures, identify underlying causes, and implement effective solutions. Safety and compliance: Ensure designs meet applicable CE and UL requirements, electrical safety standards, and relevant EN/ISO standards and machinery legislation. Supplier and manufacturing support: Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturing teams to ensure successful implementation and industrialization of new designs. Continuous improvement: Improve product reliability, performance, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness. Technical support and travel: Visit manufacturing facilities and project sites when required to resolve technical issues and support design improvements.
What we offer

At Vanderlande, you will contribute to the development of advanced automation technology in an international and multidisciplinary engineering environment.

The assignment offers:

Full-time assignment: 40 hours per week.Contract duration: Initial assignment of 12 months.Start date: As soon as possible.Hybrid working: Approximately 60% on-site and 40% remote.Technical challenge: Work on complex electrical engineering and system integration projects within advanced industrial automation.Collaboration: Work alongside experienced specialists in electrical engineering, software, controls, mechanical engineering, and manufacturing.Variety: Occasional travel to manufacturing facilities and project sites.

Salary or freelance rates and additional arrangements will be discussed during the recruitment process.

Job Requirements

You are an experienced Electrical Engineer with a strong technical foundation and a hands-on approach to developing complex industrial systems. You combine analytical thinking with practical problem-solving skills and enjoy taking ownership of technical challenges from concept through implementation.

Ideally, you bring:

A bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline.At least five years of relevant experience developing complex industrial electrical or electro-mechanical systems.Proven experience in electrical design, system integration, testing, and industrialization.Experience with industrial control platforms such as Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider Electric, or SEW.Strong knowledge of PLCs, frequency inverters, and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs).Experience with EPLAN, EPLAN Pro Panel (3D), and AutoCAD.Knowledge of industrial communication protocols, including AS-i, Ethernet TCP/IP, PROFINET, CAN bus, and RS-485/Modbus.Experience designing electrical cabinets, power distribution systems, motor protection, and industrial wiring.Familiarity with electrical safety standards, CE/UL requirements, and applicable EN/ISO standards.Experience with testing, validation, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis.
About Vanderlande

Vanderlande is a global leader in logistics process automation, delivering advanced solutions for the warehousing, airports, and parcel sectors. Its integrated systems help customers around the world improve operational efficiency, reliability, and performance.

Driven by innovation and engineering excellence, Vanderlande combines advanced technology with extensive industry expertise to develop solutions for increasingly complex automation challenges.

By joining Vanderlande, you will contribute to the engineering behind the future of automated logistics, working alongside international experts who value collaboration, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.

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Warehouse Planner Spare Parts

As a Planner warehouse, you will be part of the Global Spare Parts team. The Spare Parts team is globally responsible for portfolio management, sales, planning, ordering and delivery of Vanderlande’s material handling spare parts.

The department is divided into three sub-teams:

Logistics – responsible for material planning, ordering, operational supplier management, warehousing, and outbound logistics of spare parts. Sales and Portfolio Management – responsible for item control, portfolio management, and sales order management/support. Strategy and Transformation – focusing on developing strategy and executing projects and changes related to strategic initiatives.

The Warehouse Planner is responsible for developing and managing operational plans, wave releases, shipment trips, and resource allocation across automated and manual warehouse operations. The role ensures balanced workloads, optimal utilization of warehouse resources, and on-time customer deliveries while supporting operational performance, inventory control, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Warehouse Planner acts as the central link between inbound, outbound, inventory management, customer fulfillment, and warehousing operations.

This role is part of the Global Spare Parts organization and plays a key role in the preparation and establishment of the new Spare Parts Distribution Center (SPDC) in Veghel. During the initial phase, the Warehouse Planner will be based at the current spare parts warehouse in Best, supporting daily operations while contributing to the design, implementation, and readiness of the future warehouse organization. Upon completion of the new SPDC facility on the Vanderlande campus, expected to become operational in Q3 2027, the position will relocate to Veghel and become part of the new warehouse operation.

What we offer

We offer a position in an international and professional working environment with room for personal development and growth.

This position offers a competitive salary range of € 3.800 to € 5.200 gross per month (excluding 8% holiday allowance).

On top of your fixed salary, you’ll receive the following secondary benefits:​ 

40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days)Flexible working hoursA hybrid workplace (40% working from home and 60% in the office)A Health & Wellbeing budget worth € 300 per calendar year. Commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of travel by public transportWorking from home allowanceCollective pension scheme and discount on additional health insuranceOn-site company health centres with a gym, physiotherapists and occupational therapists
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field.3+ years of experience in warehouse planning, workload balancing, and operational coordination. Strong knowledge of Lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies. Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI, SQL). Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), knowledge of LOCUS is a plus.
About Vanderlande

Vanderlande designs, delivers and supports automation solutions, operational software and lifecycle services for leading airports and parcel operations worldwide. Our solutions help customers improve performance, reliability, and sustainable growth in more than 100 countries. How we work matters just as much as what we deliver. Our values, Every Day Better, We Care, and Team Play, guide how we collaborate, support each other, and create value for our customers.

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PROCESS ENGINEER DHL

Ben jij analytisch sterk en krijg je energie van het optimaliseren van logistieke processen? Als Process Engineer bij Vanderlande werk je bij DHL in Zaltbommel aan het verbeteren van de prestaties en betrouwbaarheid van geautomatiseerde sorteersystemen.

Je analyseert systeemdata, monitort KPI's en vertaalt knelpunten naar concrete technische en operationele verbeteringen. Daarnaast coördineer je analyses van complexe storingen en werk je nauw samen met DHL, servicetechnici, software-experts en Operations. Ook ondersteun je verbetertrajecten bij andere service locaties binnen de Benelux.

Wat wij bieden
Salaris: € 4.500–€ 6.200 bruto per maand, exclusief 8% vakantiegeld.40 vakantiedagen: 20 wettelijke dagen plus een flexibel budget ter waarde van 20 dagen.Flexibele werktijden en hybride werken (circa 40% thuis).Reiskostenvergoeding, inclusief volledige vergoeding van openbaar vervoer.€ 300 Health & Wellbeing-budget per jaar en een thuiswerkvergoeding.Collectieve pensioenregeling en korting op een aanvullende ziektekostenverzekering.Toegang tot de Vanderlande Academy, gezondheidsfaciliteiten en medewerkersnetwerken.
Jouw profiel
Een hbo-bachelor in Logistiek, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering of vergelijkbaar.Minimaal 3 jaar relevante werkervaring.Affiniteit met technische omgevingen en geautomatiseerde logistieke systemen.Sterke analytische vaardigheden en interesse in data-analyse en rapportagetools.Goede communicatieve vaardigheden en ervaring met stakeholdermanagement.Een proactieve, zelfstandige en resultaatgerichte werkhouding.Goede beheersing van Nederlands en Engels.Bereidheid om binnen de Benelux te reizen.
Over Vanderlande

Vanderlande is een internationaal technologiebedrijf en wereldwijd actief leverancier van logistieke automatiseringsoplossingen. Vanuit het hoofdkantoor in Veghel ontwikkelt en levert Vanderlande geïntegreerde systemen voor onder andere magazijnen, distributiecentra, luchthavens en de parcelsector.

De locatie in Veghel fungeert als hoofdkantoor van de Nederlandse organisatie en is daarnaast een belangrijke locatie voor engineering, productie, assemblage, service en ondersteunende bedrijfsfuncties. Vanuit Veghel worden projecten en klantoperaties wereldwijd ondersteund.

Vanderlande werkt met grote internationale klanten binnen onder andere e-commerce, retail, food, parcel en luchtvaart. De organisatie combineert software, controls, mechanische systemen en automatisering om logistieke processen efficiënter en betrouwbaarder te maken.

Naast de centrale organisatie in Veghel beschikt Vanderlande over diverse on-site operations teams verspreid over Nederland. Deze teams zijn verantwoordelijk voor het operationeel beheer, onderhoud en de service van automatiseringsinstallaties bij klanten.

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INDUSTRIAL ENGINEER

Wil jij productieprocessen slimmer, efficiënter en betrouwbaarder maken? Als Industrial Engineer bij Vanderlande in Veghel analyseer en optimaliseer je processen en vertaal je data naar concrete verbeteringen. Je werkt nauw samen met productie, engineering en R&D om verbeteringen te ontwikkelen én te implementeren. Ook speel je een belangrijke rol bij de introductie van nieuwe producten en technologieën.

Analyseren van productieprocessen en data om knelpunten en verbeterkansen te identificeren. Ontwerpen en implementeren van procesverbeteringen op het gebied van efficiency, kwaliteit, veiligheid en productiviteit. Opstellen en uitvoeren van verbeterplannen op basis van Lean Manufacturing en TPS. Begeleiden van verbeterprojecten en bewaken van voortgang en resultaten. Samenwerken met productie, engineering en R&D aan procesoptimalisatie en New Product Introductions (NPI). Opstellen en onderhouden van procesdocumentatie en werkinstructies. Ondersteunen van collega’s bij de introductie van nieuwe processen, producten en technologieën. Borgen van proces-, kwaliteits- en veiligheidsstandaarden en stimuleren van continu verbeteren.
Wat bieden wij?

Wij bieden een functie in een informele, internationale en professionele werkomgeving met veel ruimte voor persoonlijke ontwikkeling.

Daarnaast bieden wij:

Een bruto maandsalaris tussen € 5,642,-  en € 7.000,- met doorgroeimogelijkheden.40 vakantiedagen (20 wettelijke dagen en 20 flexibele dagen via een keuzebudget).Reiskostenvergoeding, inclusief volledige OV-vergoeding.Een uitstekende pensioenregeling en korting op aanvullende ziektekostenverzekering.Een Health & Wellbeing budget ter waarde van €300 per kalenderjaar.Toegang tot ons health center met fitness, fysiotherapie en ergotherapie.Opleidingsmogelijkheden via de Vanderlande Academy.
Wat vragen we van je?

•    Een afgeronde HBO- of WO-opleiding richting Werktuigbouwkunde, Industriële Techniek, Technische Bedrijfskunde of vergelijkbaar; •    Circa 7 tot 10 jaar ervaring binnen een productie- of manufacturingomgeving; •    Aantoonbare ervaring met procesoptimalisatie en continu verbeteren; •    Lean Green Belt certificering (Black Belt is een sterke pre); •    Ervaring met projectmanagement en stakeholdermanagement; •    Ervaring met New Product Introduction (NPI) trajecten; •    Een sterke affiniteit met productie, industrialisatie en operational excellence; •    Goede beheersing van zowel Nederlands als Engels. Nederlands is een harde eis. 

Over Vanderlande

 In onze fabriek in Veghel werken zo’n 165 professionals met diverse specialisaties, waaronder draaien, frezen, lassen, coaten en assembleren.

Het Manufacturing Veghel engineerings team bestaat uit meerdere sub-teams waaronder het Industrial Engineering team met drie medewerkers.

Vanderlande is wereldmarktleider in toekomstbestendige logistieke procesautomatisering op luchthavens en voor pakketdiensten. Daarnaast zijn we een toonaangevende leverancier van deze procesautomatisering voor distributiecentra, waarin innovatieve systemen, intelligente software en life-cycle services naadloos zijn geïntegreerd.

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About the Role

Do you believe quality starts long before production begins? Are you passionate about improving manufacturing processes, preventing quality issues, and supporting the introduction of new products and technologies?

As a Quality Assurance Engineer at Vanderlande, you will play a key role in strengthening manufacturing quality and supporting new product introduction, prototyping, and industrialization projects. You will work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Operations to identify risks early, solve problems at their root, and build robust processes that ensure long-term quality and reliability.

This is an opportunity to make a real impact by embedding quality into products and processes from the very beginning.

As part of the Manufacturing Quality Assurance team, you will drive proactive quality assurance and continuous improvement across the factory, with a particular focus on industrialization and new product introduction.

Your responsibilities include:

Risk management: Lead Product and Process FMEAs to identify risks early and ensure lessons learned are incorporated into standards and processes. Root cause analysis: Facilitate investigations into quality and process issues using structured methods such as 8D, A3, PDCA, and Ishikawa. Corrective actions: Ensure corrective and preventive measures are implemented effectively and deliver sustainable results. New product introduction: Support prototype builds, pilot projects, and industrialization initiatives to ensure quality requirements are embedded from the start. Process improvement: Analyse quality data and process performance to identify opportunities for improvement, standardisation, and increased reliability. Quality coaching: Guide and support colleagues in applying quality tools, problem-solving techniques, and continuous improvement practices. Cross-functional collaboration: Work with Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Operations to develop robust manufacturing processes and improve overall quality performance.
What do we offer?
Salary: €5,000–€6,211 gross per month.40 days of annual leave: 20 statutory vacation days plus a flexible budget equivalent to 20 additional days.Flexible working hours to support a healthy work-life balance.Hybrid working: Approximately 40% working from home and 60% on-site.Commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of public transport expenses.Working-from-home allowance.Technical variety: Work on new products, industrialization projects, and manufacturing improvements within an international technology environment.
What do we ask from you?

We are looking for an enthusiastic and analytical professional who enjoys working in a technical and project-driven environment.

You bring:

HBO degree or higher in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.Experience with or strong interest in FMEA facilitation and risk management methodologies.Experience in Root Cause Analysis and structured problem-solving methods (8D, PDCA, A3, Lean Six Sigma, etc.).Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and translate findings into practical improvements.Excellent communication and facilitation skills.The ability to influence stakeholders across different functions and organizational levels.Experience in a manufacturing, industrialization, or engineering environment.A proactive, hands-on attitude and willingness to spend time on the manufacturing floor.Fluent Dutch and English communication skills, both written and verbal
About the company

Vanderlande is a global leader in logistics process automation, developing advanced systems for airports, warehouses, and parcel handling operations worldwide.

Its manufacturing facility in Veghel plays a key role in producing components for international projects across these business segments. With more than 165 skilled professionals, the team combines technical expertise, manufacturing excellence, and collaboration to deliver products used around the world.

Quality, innovation, and continuous improvement are essential to ensuring reliable products and successful project delivery.

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What will you do?

Based at Van Gelder’s highly automated warehouse in Ridderkerk, you lead the Toyota Automated Logistics maintenance team in keeping critical systems running safely, reliably, and efficiently.

As Shift Leader, you take ownership of the daily maintenance operation during your shift. You lead and support your team, set priorities, coordinate responses to breakdowns, and ensure maintenance activities are carried out safely and effectively. You balance operational demands with technical priorities to maximise system availability and minimise downtime.

Acting as the key link between technicians, Flow Control, Van Gelder, and Toyota Automated Logistics, you ensure clear communication, effective collaboration, and smooth shift handovers. You also contribute to continuous improvement by addressing recurring issues, developing your team, and improving system reliability and performance.

Lead, coach, and coordinate the maintenance team during your shift. Prioritise maintenance activities based on safety, system availability, and operational impact. Coordinate troubleshooting, breakdown recovery, and escalation to specialist support. Ensure safe working practices, high-quality maintenance, and accurate technical documentation. Monitor system performance, outstanding issues, and ongoing maintenance activities. Maintain clear communication with Van Gelder and internal stakeholders, ensuring effective shift handovers. Identify recurring faults and drive improvements in safety, reliability, and efficiency. Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous development.
What do we offer

Are you ready to take the next step from technical specialist to operational leader?

At Toyota Automated Logistics, you will combine your technical expertise with leadership responsibilities in a highly automated logistics environment. You will have the opportunity to develop your leadership skills, take ownership, and make a real impact on system performance and reliability.

We offer a full-time position within a 5-shift schedule, an informal and professional working environment, and attractive employment benefits.

Your Benefits

30% shift allowance on top of your salary.27 vacation days to support a healthy work-life balance.Holiday pay in accordance with the applicable employment conditions.Travel expense reimbursement for your commute.Training and development opportunities to support your professional growth.€300 net Health Budget per year to invest in your health and well-being.Collective pension plan and insurance coverage, including healthcare and WGA disability insurance.Professional networking opportunities through Toyota Automated Logistics communities and networks.
Your Profile

You combine a strong technical background with the leadership skills to guide a team and keep operations running smoothly. You take ownership, make sound decisions under pressure, and know how to balance technical priorities with operational demands.

Ideally, you bring:

MBO Level 4 or equivalent technical education, preferably in Mechatronics, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial Automation.Experience in technical maintenance, troubleshooting, and fault diagnosis within an automated or industrial environment.Experience coordinating technicians or technical teams, preferably in a shift-based operation.Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritise issues based on safety and operational impact.Clear communication skills and the confidence to work with technicians, management, engineering specialists, and customers.A structured, proactive approach with a strong sense of ownership and a focus on safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.Good command of English or Dutch.Willingness to obtain NEN 3140 certification as a Skilled Person, if not already certified.

You remain calm under pressure, provide clear direction, and take responsibility when it matters most. Living within approximately one hour of Van Gelder in Ridderkerk is preferred.

About the Team

You will work at Van Gelder’s highly automated warehouse in Ridderkerk, as part of a technical maintenance team operating in a 5-shift rotation.

As Shift Leader, you will work closely with technicians, the Flow Controller, Van Gelder’s operational teams, and Toyota Automated Logistics support departments. Strong teamwork, clear communication, and shared responsibility are essential to keeping the operation running smoothly.

You will play a key role in bringing people together, setting priorities, and ensuring that everyone knows what needs to be done, especially when technical challenges arise. Through effective collaboration and clear shift handovers, you help maintain system reliability and ensure a smooth transition between shifts.

Together, Toyota Automated Logistics and Van Gelder share one goal: delivering every order on time and in full, safely and efficiently.

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SENOR ELECTRICAL ENGINEER XXL AIRPORTS

Would you like to progress your career in a dynamic, rewarding and market-leading environment? If the answer is “yes”, then look no further than Vanderlande!

Within Development Centre Airports Solutions, we have a position available for a Senior Electrical Engineer in the platform development team for XXL Airport projects. We offer the opportunity to work in an inspiring and challenging environment.

The platform development team is a knowledgeable, multidisciplinary team of product managers, development engineers and deployment engineers. Together, we develop the mechatronics and controls solutions that Airports needs for the future. We provide product development and deployment expertise for total solutions and conveying streams, with a strong focus on continuous learning and improvement.

As Senior Electrical Engineer, you will play a key role in the electrical design of our Airports projects, from power distribution and hardware architecture to the production of electrical system library, design and deployment files.

Vanderlande works with a platform-based approach: a solid set of standards linked to our engineering processes. Every three months, you will help introduce updates to these standards into our global organization through platform releases from our Technology department. For major new developments, you will work with subject matter experts to prepare organizational readiness and ensure that the required training and documentation are available for successful product introduction.

Together with your colleagues, you will also participate in continuous improvement projects linked to our improvement strategy and program.

A key part of your role will be to further professionalize our EPLAN Automated Engineering landscape. You will use and help mature EPLAN eBUILD and ProPanel to enable standardized, automated and reproducible engineering deliverables, reduce manual effort, and improve quality and consistency for our internal customers.

What we offer?

You will receive a salary between €5.590,- and €6.211,- gross per month, depending on your experience. On top of this you will receive holiday allowance and your shift allowance.

In addition to your salary, you will receive:

With 20 statutory vacation days + a flexible budget worth 20 vacation days. You will have the possibility to use thia flex budget to buy more vacation days or to be used as additional salary.8% holiday allowance.Travel expense reimbursement.Training and development opportunities.A personal Health Budget of €300 net per year.Collective pension plan and insurance coverage, including healthcare and WGA disability insurance.
Your profile

You have successfully completed education at Bachelor level, preferably in Electrical Engineering, and bring the following experience and qualities:

At least five years of experience in an industrial work environment.A good command of English is required; Dutch is preferred.Knowledge of power distribution systems.Knowledge of hardware architectures and industrial networks.Strong knowledge of EPLAN is required. Hands-on experience with EPLAN eBUILD and ProPanel is strongly preferred; experience with Cogineer or comparable automated engineering functionality is an advantage.You are a process-driven team player who is eager to learn.You are able to balance your workload between proactive and reactive activities.
Our company

Vanderlande is the global leader for value-added logistic process automation at airports and in the parcel market, as well as a leading supplier of process automation solutions for warehouses. In this world of technology, we believe in people – especially those who are totally dedicated, customer-driven and keen to continue learning throughout their career.

 

This is embraced by our Vanderlande Academy and International Talent Development programs, with over 800 courses conducted every year. The focus is on freedom while being trusted to deliver, and this is one of the reasons why we received the highest rating of three stars in the Best Employer survey (The Netherlands).

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