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Elia operates one of the most reliable high-voltage grids in Europe — and that requires an equally reliable communication network.

As a Datacom technician, you help ensure a high-performance and fault-resistant telecom platform. You maintain our technologies, contribute to network expansions, and travel to various technical sites such as high-voltage substations, data centers, and dispatch centers.
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Your job in Datacom

As a Datacom technician, you play a crucial role in delivering a reliable and fault-resistant communication platform for Elia. This responsibility comes with a varied and challenging set of tasks:

  • Onderhoud & beheer As a Telecom Technician, you are responsible for maintaining our Datacom technologies, keeping them in top condition to ensure optimal performance.

  • Uitbreidingen You play an active role in the evolution and expansion of the Datacom network, helping Elia stay ahead in the telecom sector.

  • Multi-locaties Each day, you travel around Brussels with a company vehicle to various locations, including high-voltage substations, service centers, dispatch centers, and data centers.

Meet your colleagues

  • “Bij Elia kunnen vrouwen zich heel gemakkelijk integreren. Er worden sessies georganiseerd over diversiteit en inclusie, de onderneming gaat daar heel goed mee om.” – Soazic

    “Bij Elia kunnen vrouwen zich heel gemakkelijk integreren. Er worden sessies georganiseerd over diversiteit en inclusie, de onderneming gaat daar heel goed mee om.” – Soazic

  • Meet Soazic: Technieker datacom

    Meet Soazic: Technieker datacom

  • “De uitdaging van het opsporen van waar een storing vandaan komt en daar de tijd voor nemen, vind ik geweldig.” – Soazic

    “De uitdaging van het opsporen van waar een storing vandaan komt en daar de tijd voor nemen, vind ik geweldig.” – Soazic

Who are you?

At Elia, we believe in the power of diversity and are happy to welcome both young starters and experienced professionals. Safety and quality always come first, so a solid foundation of knowledge and skills is essential.

  • Diploma of ervaring You have a bachelor’s degree in electronics or telecom, or relevant technical experience.

  • Telecom You have a passion for telecom and are eager to keep learning about the latest technologies.

  • Zelfstandig You are able to organize and plan your work independently, and adapt to changing priorities and unexpected situations.

  • Teamplayer You work well independently and also enjoy being part of a team.

  • Talen You speak Dutch, have a good understanding of English, and preferably a good knowledge of French or are willing to learn it.

  • Rijbewijs You have a category B driving license.

Your salary package

All that talent deserves a competitive salary with plenty of extras:

  • Maaltijdcheques (8 euro per werkdag)

  • Vakantiedagen 20 statutory vacation days and 13 compensation days (ADV)

  • Vakantiegeld Double holiday pay

  • Verzekeringen Group insurance, hospitalization insurance, and coverage for outpatient medical care

  • Sociaal fonds Contributions for glasses, dental prostheses, and other medical needs

  • Premies Year-end bonus, collective bonus (CAO 90), and dividend (linked to stock market performance)

  • Extra voordelen 30% discount on your gas and electricity bill

  • Technologie iPhone and laptop with a full subscription (also for personal use)

  • Mobiliteit Company vehicle and mobility allowance (not for personal use)

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Start your journey at Elia in 6 steps

  • 3. Online interview

    Your first interview with one of our recruiters
  • 2. Kennismaking

    We will give you a call for a brief introduction.
  • 1. Sollicitatie

    Submit your application via the job site.
  • 4. Interview 2 & testen

    An interview with the manager followed by a technical test and a height tolerance test.
  • 5. Loonsvoorstel

    We will make you a suitable offer.
  • 6. Eerste dag

    Welcome session, tour, and practical information
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