Internship - Engineer (Belgium)

Fluxys is an international energy infrastructure group with 1,500 employees. We are active in gas transmission and storage, and in the handling of liquefied natural gas. In Belgium, our network comprises more than 4,000 kilometres of pipelines, whilst in north-western Europe we are connected to a network of over 28,000 kilometres. Through our LNG terminals, we can supply up to 485 TWh of energy annually, which is equivalent to the energy consumption of around 28 million households. In addition, we have an underground natural gas storage facility in Loenhout with a capacity of 7,600 GWh. That is equivalent to the annual gas consumption of around 450,000 households. We are committed to making a swift transition to a carbon-neutral world. We are exploring new technologies and investing in infrastructure for hydrogen, biomethane, CO₂ and other molecules to help achieve a climate-neutral future. Job purpose Fluxys has a number of offices spread across Belgium. Depending on the availability of work placement positions, opportunities may arise at the LNG terminal in Zeebrugge, in the various zones (North-West, North-East, Centre, South-East, South-West), at the Zuun emergency response centre, etc. At the moment, we are unable to offer you any specific work placement opportunities. If an internship becomes available that matches your course and interests, we will get in touch with you. Please feel free to leave your details. Your responsibilities
• You’ll be guided by an experienced technician who’ll teach you the tricks of the trade, step by step. Following an induction and practical training, you will eventually be involved in inspection, maintenance and repair work on mechanical and/or electronic equipment
• Depending on where you’re doing your work placement, you’ll either stay in one place or travel to different workplaces in the local area. In general, you will support maintenance and operational activities. Here is an overview of possible tasks:
• You will help to secure our infrastructure to enable changes to be made.
• You will help to draw up the necessary reports during maintenance and repair work.
• Working alongside an experienced technician, you will help to resolve faults to ensure smooth operations.
• You will work alongside your colleagues on a range of systems: electrical, instrumentation, automation, heating, mechanical and operational management. About you
• You are studying for a bachelor’s degree in electromechanics or energy technology, or a graduate diploma in electromechanical systems, energy technology or maintenance engineering
• You have a broad technical interest: pumps, compressors and hydraulic systems, valves, motors, boilers, transformers, HVAC, etc.
• Working safely is an absolute priority for you.
• You can work independently, but you also work well as part of a team.
• You have a positive and proactive attitude and are keen to learn new things.
• You also have a good knowledge of English
• You have a practical mindset.
• You should ideally hold a (provisional) Category B driving licence. Why should you apply? Together with our experienced colleagues, you will contribute to our most important mission: to guarantee a reliable gas supply at all times. During your work placement, you will gain an insight into the inspection, operation and maintenance of our pipeline network and associated installations. This will give you a unique insight into the day-to-day operations of a vital energy infrastructure and allow you to gain valuable practical experience in a stimulating technical environment. You will have the opportunity to gain practical experience within an organisation that is strongly committed to innovation and sustainability. This experience will not only enable you to develop valuable skills, but also to discover where your interests and talents lie in a professional environment. This is how you lay a solid foundation for your future career. Are you interested in an internship or work-based learning at Fluxys? Please send us your CV and a brief covering letter. Please state your course of study, your preferred internship period and any areas of interest. We will keep your details on file and contact you when an internship or work-based learning opportunity becomes available that matches

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