Technical Operations Lead

We are currently hiring an experienced Technical Operations Lead to oversee the day-to-day operation and reliability of complex technical infrastructure within a business-critical environment. In this position, you will combine technical operations, maintenance coordination, supplier management and team leadership. You will ensure that essential installations and facility services remain reliable, safe and compliant while continuously improving operational processes and service quality. Your mission You will be responsible for:
• Coordinate the daily operation and maintenance of critical technical installations.
• Develop and manage annual schedules for preventive maintenance, inspections, compliance checks and continuity exercises.
• Coordinate preventive and corrective interventions together with external technical partners.
• Monitor the reliability and availability of systems related to electrical infrastructure, cooling/HVAC, security and safety.
• Lead, coach and support a team of technical engineers in their daily activities.
• Organize team planning, technical coverage and on-call activities.
• Support the onboarding, training and technical development of new team members.
• Coordinate technical modifications and improvement projects within the facility.
• Manage external suppliers, service agreements, performance levels, purchasing activities and related administration.
• Coordinate technical activities linked to the installation or removal of customer equipment and infrastructure.
• Maintain operational procedures and contribute to quality and compliance initiatives.
• Participate in internal and external audits and support continuous improvement actions. 📍

Location:
Mechelen, Belgium 🏭 Industry: Technical Operations / Facilities 💼

Experience:
10+ years in technical operations, maintenance or critical infrastructure 🗣️ Languages: Dutch, French & English

Your profile
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electromechanics, IT, Engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent through relevant professional experience.
• Around 10 to 15 years of experience working with complex or critical technical installations.
• At least 5 years of experience leading, coordinating or coaching technical teams.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, HVAC/cooling, security and safety installations.
• Experience coordinating external maintenance providers and technical suppliers.
• Comfortable working with contracts, service agreements and supplier performance.
• Experience in quality management, compliance environments and audit processes.
• Strong operational mindset with the ability to structure processes and identify improvements.
• Hands-on, service-oriented and comfortable taking ownership of operational challenges.
• Fluent in Dutch, French and English.
• BA5 certification required; VCA-VOL or similar safety certification is considered an advantage.
• Comfortable participating in a periodic standby rotation and occasionally supporting interventions outside standard

working hours
. Why Join Us?
• Take a key role in the management of business-critical technical infrastructure.
• Combine technical expertise with operations and people management.
• Work with experienced engineering and technical teams.
• Take ownership of maintenance, reliability and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with different technical partners and stakeholders.
• Develop your expertise in critical environments, facilities and technical operations management.
• Benefit from opportunities for professional growth and continuous development.
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We offer
a competitive package with a mobility budget or company car and other extra-legal advantages. 📩 Interested? Send us your CV or get in touch with Maria Najmi directly to discuss this opportunity. #Hiring #TechnicalOperations #LeadEngineer #Engineering #CriticalInfrastructure #FacilityManagement #Maintenance #Electromechanics #HVAC #ElectricalEngineering #OperationsManagement #TeamLeadership #TechnicalMaintenance #EngineeringJobs #BelgiumJobs #Mechelen #Recruitment #Akkodis