About the position
Your responsibilities and tasks
As International Supervisor you work independently, lead the team on site and work closely with the Project Manager. The department for this position is centrally managed from our headquarters in ’s-Hertogenbosch, the Netherlands. The working area focusses mainly on global projects. You will report to the Manager Supervision and Commissioning.
As the first point of contact on the construction site, you are responsible for managing operational employees, including subcontractors. You coordinate and monitor safety, quality and planning, and take corrective action where necessary.
- Provide clear direction to the team, take ownership on site and deploy people and resources effectively to achieve project goals
- Collaborate with the team to reach shared objectives, share information openly and support colleagues
- Engage with a wide range of stakeholders and adapt your approach to each
- Remain calm and objective in challenging situations, and maintain performance under pressure
- Handle feedback constructively and professionally
- Make rational, realistic and well-founded decisions, based on all available facts and alternatives
- Act proactively and independently, identify opportunities and influence outcomes positively
- Communicate clearly, concisely and engagingly with colleagues, subcontractors and customers
- Monitor the preventive application of safety regulations, the use of personal protective equipment and compliance with procedures, and address deviations with colleagues
- Keep the customer informed about the progress of the installation work and actively participate in progress meetings when required
Your profile and qualifications
- Technical education at HBO level, or MBO-4 with relevant experience, plus 5–10 years in (commissioning) industrial refrigeration.
- Strong knowledge of refrigeration and heat-pump systems, including proven NH₃ experience and understanding of PED and Machinery Directive requirements.
- Electrical engineering qualification (NEN-EN 50110 / NEN-3140 Skilled Person) and possession of STEK/F-Gas and VCA-Basis (or willingness to obtain).
- Good command of Dutch and English, spoken and written, and good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Flexible attitude toward working hours, including occasional irregular schedules based on customer needs.
What do we offer:
- Competitive salary and 8% holiday payment.
- 27 vacation days and 13 ADV days based on full-time employment.
- Participation pension fund (PME).
- Possibility of collective health insurance.
- Compensation for your sports subscription.
What happens once your application is submitted?
You will receive an E-Mail when your application has been processed.
One of our Talent Acquisition Partners will review and verify if the application meets the qualifications of the role.
If your application has been successfully verified, you will be invited to a first interview either virtually or face-to-face.
Usually after the second/third interview round we will make a decision.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to our team at any stage of your application.
About GEA
GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.
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