Maintenance Technician (m/w/d)

Louis Dreyfus CompanyGhentJob.bopublished 09/08/2026

Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods . Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 19,000 people globally.

Overall purpose

As a Maintenance Technician, you are jointly responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all technical installations, equipment, and buildings within the terminal. You perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities and actively contribute to the continuity of operational activities. 

Key Responsibilities 

1) Maintenance Activities  Electro-mechanical maintenance  

Electrical systems 

Inspections 

Instrumentation 

Mechanical maintenance 

2) Maintenance Planning  Preventive maintenance 

Predictive maintenance 

Corrective maintenance 

3) Administrative and Operational Support  Reporting defects and repair activities in Ultimo 

Managing the maintenance department's inventory 

Maintaining housekeeping and cleanliness within the workshop and warehouse 

4) Overview of Tasks  Repair and overhaul valves and pumps 

Resolve day-to-day technical breakdowns and malfunctions 

Monitor and manage spare parts inventory 

Communicate stock replenishment needs to the Maintenance Manager 

Ensure the technical management of all machinery and technical installations across the terminal 

Manage and oversee terminal buildings and facilities 

Maintain and follow up on preventive and corrective maintenance tracking lists for vessels 

Take initiative in resolving technical issues and supporting technical improvement projects 

Contribute to the continuous improvement of equipment reliability, safety, and operational efficiency 

Profile  You have a strong technical background in mechanical and/or electrical maintenance. 

You are proactive, hands-on, and solution-oriented. 

You can work independently while also collaborating effectively with colleagues and contractors. 

You have experience working in an industrial environment and have a strong focus on safety, quality, and operational excellence. 

You are organized and able to accurately document maintenance activities and follow established procedures. 

Diversity & Inclusion

LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.

LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Sustainability

Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company.

We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us

What We Offer

We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment, which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.

Our Benefits

  • A close and warm team
  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Fringe benefits such as meal vouchers, hospitalisation and group insurance, ecocheques, salary sacrifice bike lease
  • Flexible working
  • Pension contributions
  • Access to Training and Development