Senior Electrical Technician Rail Infrastructure

As a Senior Electrical Technician Infra, you make sure Amsterdam keeps moving. You are responsible for the power and energy supply of trams and metros, enabling thousands of travelers to get safely from A to B every day. In your work, you combine technical craftsmanship with real impact: you resolve faults, contribute to major electrotechnical projects, and see the direct results of your efforts.

What you will do

You work in one of our two specialized teams: Metro or Tram. In the Metro team, you are responsible for electrotechnical installations up to and including the third rail, including the rectifier and high-voltage installations. If you choose the Tram team, you ensure that the energy supply from the rectifier installations up to the overhead lines functions optimally.

Your workday is varied: you maintain, inspect and repair overhead lines or the third rail, replace and renew rectifier stations, and tackle faults as soon as they occur. In addition, you contribute to large projects, such as increasing the voltage from 10,000 to 20,000 volts and optimizing the energy supply of the North/South Line.

What we offer

• Salary between € 3,232 and € 4,539 gross per month (scale 8)
• Drawing bonus of € 1,500 net
• Extra allowances: MRI class 2 (€ 416.72) and roster allowance of 17.3%
• 13th month, 8% holiday allowance and 1.5% sustainable employability allowance
• Free unlimited public transport travel for you and your family
• 21 vacation days per year and the option to purchase extra days
• Health insurance contribution of € 84.91 per month
• Extensive training opportunities: IVWV, NEN 3140/3840, Scope 8, KNX, DVP metro

Why this job

You get the freedom to work independently and to be part of a close-knit team of skilled professionals. You work at challenging locations, from the bustling city center to the metro line outside the city. Through your work, you have a direct impact on the daily lives of thousands of Amsterdammers.

What you bring

• MBO level 4 diploma in electrical engineering or energy technology
• Experience with electrotechnical installations, preferably in rail infrastructure
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and administrative skills
• Driving license B
• Willingness to work night shifts and fault duty
• No fear of heights

You stay calm under pressure, work meticulously and always see opportunities. You take responsibility, show initiative and are a true team player.

About GVB

At GVB, you work in the energy supply team within Railinfra. Each team consists of approximately 30 colleagues with diverse backgrounds. We work on the basis of trust and respect, stand ready for one another and tackle the work together. Despite varying shifts, we stay connected through fixed team meetings and regular team outings.

Ready to keep Amsterdam moving? Apply now and become part of our team!