Introduction

The Challenge

At the Shimano Experience Center in Valkenburg, we are passionate about creating outstanding experiences for anglers through our shared love for fishing and high-quality products. In the role of Facilities - Fishing Pond, you will be responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of the fishing pond and surrounding facilities. Your role combines hands-on operational work with stakeholder communication and coordination.

You will: 

• Ensure the fishing pond and surrounding facilities are well-maintained

• Welcome visitors at the Shimano Experience Center

• Coordinate and support fishing events, demonstrations and product testing activities

• Manage inventory and ensure equipment and materials are available when needed

• Coordinate maintenance activities and manage external contractors where required

• Work closely with colleagues across Shimano

•  Identify opportunities to improve the fishing pond operations

During the high season (April – October), your focus will be strongly operational and visitor-oriented, ensuring the fishing pond is managed well. In the low season (November – March), there is more opportunity to work on stakeholder communication, planning, process improvements and preparing future events and product testing initiatives.

What are we looking for?

• A passion for fishing and good knowledge of fishing equipment and techniques

• Experience with facility management

• Experience with inventory management

• A hands-on mentality with a proactive approach

• A strong sense of ownership and the ability to take initiative

• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with colleagues across different teams and locations

• Fluent communication skills in Dutch and English

Additional skills we value:

• Experience in pond management or outdoor facility management

• MBO Level 4 with relevant experience, or HBO working and thinking level

• German language skills

• Living within 60 minutes commute of Valkenburg

What do we have to offer?

Shimano and its subsidiaries offer a pleasant, informal working environment with colleagues who work well together, and are proud to work for Shimano. Next to good working conditions, Shimano offers you the opportunity to work in a responsible and challenging position within a dynamic, international and ambitious environment. Together we want to win therefore we have a strong focus on team achievement.

How to get in touch!

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