We are looking for a Plant & Equipment Operations Engineer to join an established operations team responsible for managing and supporting a diverse fleet of construction equipment across multiple projects in Belgium.
This role combines regular presence on construction sites with close collaboration at a central operational hub. You will support projects located between Brussels and Limburg, while also working from a coordination base in the Brussels region (Sint-Pieters-Leeuw). The position focuses on ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable use of construction machinery across all assigned projects.
Your Contribution
Plan and coordinate the mobilisation and demobilisation of construction equipment across multiple project sites.Provide technical and operational support to site teams and methods engineers for equipment-related topics.Follow up on the equipment fleet, including technical monitoring, administrative follow-up, and lifecycle management.Develop and maintain preventive maintenance strategies to ensure high availability and operational reliability.Coordinate inspections, repairs, and servicing with internal teams, subcontractors, and external suppliers.Be present on different construction sites several days per week, with additional coordination activities carried out from the Brussels region.Liaise closely with planning, procurement, and project management to align equipment needs with project schedules.Monitor and report on equipment utilisation, costs, downtime, and performance, identifying opportunities for improvement.Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including optimisation, standardisation, and cost-efficiency measures.Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations related to equipment operations.
Your Profile
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or Civil Engineering.Minimum 5 years of experience in plant & equipment engineering, fleet operations, or equipment support within the construction or civil works sector.Strong technical knowledge of construction machinery, mechanical systems, and site operations.Experience with preventive maintenance planning and coordination of repairs and inspections.Well-organised and comfortable working across multiple sites and stakeholders.Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with site teams and external partners.Fluent in Dutch, French, and English (spoken and written).Practical, solution-oriented mindset and able to work autonomously in a dynamic construction environment.Ideally based in, or willing to commute easily within, the Leuven–Brussels–Limburg region.
What We Offer
A hands-on engineering role closely connected to live construction projects in Belgium.A balanced working rhythm between construction sites and a central coordination location.Exposure to a wide range of construction equipment and operational challenges.A professional, collaborative working environment with long-term development opportunities.Competitive salary package and benefits in line with experience and responsibility.
About Cabo Norte Professionals
Cabo Norte Professionals is a team of highly driven recruitment experts based in Belgium with 20 years of in-house recruitment expertise in Belgium, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, France, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Australia.
It’s our talent to find yours! We recruit candidates for our clients’ companies as if it were for our own. We share our passion for their business with you. We get you inspired. Tell you all about their story and vision and your possible future role herein. We make it personal, tailored to your ambition and expectations. After all, you are not looking for a job, but a career offering possibilities, perspective and growth. We are here to pave your way to success.
Our clients are important players in their industry and niche, operating in the BENELUX area, France or internationally, active in Architecture, Construction & Civil Engineering, Digital Engineering & Virtual Reality, Real Estate & Development, Digital Engineering & Virtual Reality, Energy, Health, Safety & Environment, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Industry.
