Job Description – Technician / Mechanic (Electronics & Diagnostics)
Location: Vilvoorde
Contract Type: Full-time
Start Date: As soon as possible
About Poppy
Poppy Mobility is a Belgian provider of sustainable shared mobility. With a fleet of over 2,000 vehicles active in major cities such as Antwerp, Brussels, and airports in Brussels and Charleroi, Poppy offers a fully digital platform for shared cars, vans, and flexible rental options.
Our mission? Making mobility simple, accessible, and efficient.
About the Role – Technician / Mechanic
As a Technician / Mechanic at Poppy, your focus is on the electronic and technological aspects of our fleet. You will be the go-to person for diagnosing complex issues, repairing electronic systems, and addressing vandalism-related damages. Your primary focus is advanced diagnostics and electronic repairs. In addition, you are expected to support in- and outfleeting activities when needed. This is a full-time, on-site position at our Vilvoorde workshop, within a hands-on and growing team.
Your Responsibilities
Diagnostics & Repairs
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Diagnose and repair electronic and technological issues in vehicles (sensors, modules, wiring, displays, etc.)
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Address damages caused by vandalism to electronic components
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Use and interpret data from diagnostic tools to identify issues
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Actively identify root causes of recurring issues and propose structural improvements
Fleet Support
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Assist in in- and outfleeting of vehicles when electronic repairs are completed
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Prepare vehicles for deployment, including small technical interventions
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Collaborate closely with technical and operations colleagues to keep fleet downtime low
What We Offer
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A stable, full-time position with challenging and varied technical tasks
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Opportunity to work with the latest technology in a growing fleet
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Hands-on, informal team environment with short decision lines
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Space to contribute ideas and improve processes
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A role with real impact on fleet availability and operational performance
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Competitive salary package, in line with experience
Your Profile
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Strong technical background as an automotive technician or mechanic
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Excellent knowledge of electronics and vehicle diagnostics
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Experience with diagnostic tools is a must
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Problem-solving mindset and hands-on approach
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Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with a diverse fleet (multiple brands and models)
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Interest in connected vehicles, telematics or fleet technology is a strong plus
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Comfortable with complex and non-standard issues
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Fluent in French (required), good English (preferable), Dutch is a plus
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Full-time presence at the Vilvoorde workshop is required
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Valid drivers license B
