Job vacancy

Operations Employee

10 July 2026 by Roy van Loon

Operations Employee

Why work at HKS?

Teamwork, personal development and innovation are woven into the culture of HKS. Working at HKS means plenty of opportunities, with consideration given to your personal development and growth ambitions.

Do you want to work together towards a safe and sustainable future, while also achieving your professional ambitions? Then come and work at HKS and make a difference every day at the market leader in metal recycling! HKS is part of the Remondis/Rethmann group.

Your role

As an Operations Employee, you and your colleagues will ensure that the daily activities at the branch run smoothly. You will support the processing and sorting of materials and ensure that the work is carried out safely, efficiently, and according to quality standards.

You identify deviations or malfunctions and report them promptly. Furthermore, you keep the workplace tidy and safe and make an active contribution to the smooth running of operational processes.

What are your main tasks?

Carrying out operational work on the construction site.
Sorting, processing, and moving materials.
Detecting deviations, malfunctions, and unsafe situations.
Quality control and compliance with safety regulations.
Ensuring a tidy and safe workplace.
Working with colleagues to achieve the daily schedule.

We offer

Working at a close-knit family business where employees are central and we are there for each other.
A varied role in a team where your input is valued.
A competitive salary and excellent benefits including company fitness and bicycle plan.
Travel allowance.
27 days of holiday and 13 ADV days based on 40 hours per week.
Lots of room for personal development.

Your profile

You enjoy getting down to business.
Affinity with engineering, logistics or recycling.
In possession of a forklift certificate or you can obtain one through us.
You work accurately, safely, and are practical.
Good command of the Dutch language.
A true team player with a proactive work ethic.

Ready to make a difference?

Then don't hesitate and apply directly via 'apply now‘

Still have questions?

Roy van Loon
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Your role

Together with your colleagues, you, as a Maintenance Technician, are responsible for keeping all machine lines and rolling stock operational. You resolve mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults on all equipment at the site, and in addition, you carry out modifications and repairs. It is your task to ensure that your colleagues can carry out their work with well-functioning and safe equipment.

With your technical background, you possess problem-solving skills, are good at planning, and have strong organisational talent. You actively.

What are your main tasks?

To ensure all machine lines and rolling stock are kept in optimal condition, together with colleagues.
Troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic and first-line electrical faults.
Carrying out adjustments and repairs to the equipment.
Ensuring colleagues can carry out their work safely and with well-functioning equipment.
Participating in and coordinating improvement projects.
Planning and organising technical work.
Independently design and execute technical projects.

We offer

Working at a close-knit family business where employees are central and we are there for each other.
A varied role in a team where your input is valued.
A competitive salary and excellent benefits including company fitness and bicycle plan.
27 days of holiday and 13 ADV days based on 40 hours per week.
Lots of room for personal development.

Your profile

Completed MBO (vocational college) qualification, preferably technical.
Your command of the Dutch language.
You have experience with 5S and/or Lean.
Besides having an affinity for engineering and metals, you also have experience in electrical and control engineering.
You have an affinity for PLC controls.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career?

Then don't hesitate and apply directly via 'apply now‘

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Why work at HKS?

Your role

As Technical Coordinator Maintenance, you are responsible for developing, optimising, and safeguarding the maintenance policy within the establishment. You ensure that installations, machines, and technical facilities are available to the maximum extent possible at minimum cost and risk.

You are the go-between for production, technical services, suppliers, and management. You analyse malfunctions, identify opportunities for improvement, and translate these into concrete maintenance strategies and technical projects.

Although you are regularly present on the work floor and work closely with the mechanics, your focus lies on coordination, optimisation, and structural improvements.

What are your main tasks?

Developing maintenance policies and maintenance plans.
Improving installation performance based on data and analytics.
Management of technical projects and maintenance shutdowns.
Professionalising Ultimo and maintenance processes.
Managing external parties and suppliers.
Advising on investments, reliability and continuous improvement.

We offer

Working at a close-knit family business where employees are central and we are there for each other.
A challenging key position within a technically high-quality production environment.
Plenty of scope to influence technology, processes and investments.
An excellent salary commensurate with your experience and responsibilities.
27 days of holiday and 13 ADV days based on 40 hours per week.
Lots of room for personal development.

Your profile

HBO/WO level of work and thinking in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or similar.
Experience with maintenance planning, work preparation, or asset management within a manufacturing or process environment.
Knowledge of maintenance management systems such as Ultimo, SAP PM or Maximo.
Analytically strong, data-driven, and experienced in process improvement and project-based work.
Communicative and able to connect various stakeholders.

Ready to make a difference?

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Are you a driven Crane Operator? And do you want to be part of a specialised team that strengthens the circular flow of metals together? Then this role is perfect for you!

Why work at HKS?

Teamwork, personal development, and innovation are intrinsically woven into HKS's culture. Working at HKS means abundant opportunities, with a focus on your personal development and growth ambitions.

Your role

As a Crane Operator at HKS, you are the linchpin of the daily operations at our yard. With your mobile crane, you ensure that all incoming material is efficiently unloaded, sorted, and prepared for further processing. You are responsible for the storage and warehousing of metals, loading and unloading trucks, and carefully loading our heavy equipment – including the largest shredder in the Netherlands. Thanks to your expertise, the material flow continues smoothly and safely.

Do you already have experience in assessing, approving, and sorting metals? If so, that's a great asset. If not, we will train you internally so you can master this quickly. Of course, the daily maintenance of your crane is also part of your duties, ensuring your machine always remains in top condition.

At HKS, we place a high value on a safe, tidy, and structured working environment. You play an important part in this by maintaining an overview of the site and actively contributing to orderliness and cleanliness. Furthermore, you are flexible and pitch in where needed, ensuring the production process always continues and that you achieve the best results together with your colleagues.

What are your main tasks?

Efficient sorting of incoming material with the mobile crane.
Responsible for the storage and warehousing of metals.
Loading and unloading lorries.
Loading of heavy equipment, including the largest shredder in the Netherlands.
Assessing, approving and sorting metals (or learning this through internal training).
Performing daily maintenance on the crane and ensuring the machine remains in good working order.
Contributing to a safe, tidy, and structured working environment on the site.
To be flexible and step in where needed to support the production process.

We offer

Working at a close-knit family business where employees are central and we are there for each other.
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27 days of holiday and 13 ADV days based on 40 hours per week.
Lots of room for personal development.

Your profile

Experience working on a crane and possibly a shovel and/or forklift.
Command of the Dutch language.
Affinity with engineering and metals. Knowledge of metals is an advantage, but not essential; we will be happy to train you.
You are enthusiastic, can work well together, have a proactive attitude and also have a good sense of humour.

Interested?

Questions about this vacancy or want to meet first? Please contact us via personeelszaken@hksmetals.eu. You can also apply straight away, just click 'apply now'.

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Do you want to work together towards a safe and sustainable future while fulfilling your professional ambitions? Then come work at HKS and make a daily difference at the market leader in metal recycling!

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As an Operator at HKS Zwartsluis, you are a key member of our modern recycling facility. You ensure that the shredder plant operates safely, efficiently and at peak performance, and help to maintain a stable production process.

You operate and maintain the plant, monitor the quality of the material and the process, and assist with troubleshooting. In addition, you carry out first-line inspections and support repair and maintenance work. Do you have no prior experience with this? We will gladly teach you the trade.

You will also operate a forklift to move materials and, together with your colleagues, ensure a safe, tidy, and organised working environment. With your technical interest, eagerness to learn, and team spirit, you will contribute to an efficient and sustainable recycling operation.

What are your main tasks?

Operating, monitoring and setting up the shredder plant.
Carrying out first-line inspections on installations and equipment.
Rectify minor faults and identify deviations.
To provide support with repair and maintenance work.
Monitoring of material and process quality.
Moving materials and products with a forklift.
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Actively contribute to improvements in the process and working environment.

We offer

Working at a close-knit family business where employees are central and we are there for each other.
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A varied role in a team where your input is valued.
A competitive salary and excellent benefits including company fitness and bicycle plan.
27 days of holiday and 13 ADV days based on 40 hours per week.
Lots of room for personal development.

Your profile

Working and thinking at MBO level, preferably in a technical direction. Vapro training is a plus.
Affinity with engineering, production processes and the operator world.
You are eager to learn and want to develop yourself further.
You have a crane, forklift and/or digger certificate or are willing to obtain them through us.
You have an eye for quality and safety.
Good command of the Dutch language.

Interested?

Questions about this vacancy or want to meet first? Please contact us via personeelszaken@hksmetals.eu. You can also apply straight away, just click 'apply now'.

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Operating and setting up the total sorting installation(s).
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To ensure an efficient and stable production process
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Working at a close-knit family business where employees are central and we are there for each other.
A challenging and responsible role within a dynamic and rapidly growing organisation.
A varied role in a team where your input is valued.
A competitive salary and excellent benefits including company fitness and bicycle plan.
27 days of holiday and 13 ADV days based on 40 hours per week.
Lots of room for personal development.

Your profile

MBO work and thinking level.
Experience as an Operator within a production environment.
You speak Dutch.
You have a forklift licence or are willing to obtain one.
Not afraid to carry out operational tasks themselves.
A Vapro training is a plus.

Interested?

Questions about this vacancy or want to meet first? Please contact us via personeelszaken@hksmetals.eu. You can also apply straight away, just click 'apply now'.

Still have questions?

Roy van Loon
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