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Industrial Maintenance Intern

On-site in Centro Industrial·Full-time·Added over a year ago (last checked 19 Oct)

Pescanova

13 open roles

Overview

Work mode
On-site, Centro Industrial
Contract
Internship contract, full-time hours
Hours
Monday to Friday
Education
University degree

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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

Education & certifications

  • A degree in Industrial Organization Engineering or similar higher-level qualifications related to industrial production and management.

  • Possibility of signing an internship agreement with your university or educational institution.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Paid training program with an initial duration of 6 months, with the possibility of extension up to 1 year.

  • Full-time schedule, Monday to Friday.

  • Hands-on training and continuous support from the maintenance team.

  • Experience in one of the most relevant multinationals in the food sector, with an international presence.

  • Real opportunity for professional growth and learning in high-value technical projects.

The role

Are you passionate about the world of industrial maintenance and looking to take your first professional steps in a dynamic and collaborative environment?

This is your opportunity!

At Grupo Nueva Pescanova, we are looking for a Maintenance Intern to join our Porriño Industrial Center, a recent graduate or final-year student of Industrial Engineering, eager to learn, contribute, and grow professionally in a real production environment.

What you'll do

During your time in the training program, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Support the planning and monitoring of preventive and corrective maintenance of equipment and facilities.

  • Learn about and analyze key maintenance indicators (KPIs), collaborating on their monitoring and improvement.

  • Analyze technical incidents and participate in identifying root causes and improvement proposals.

  • Participate in continuous improvement, energy efficiency, and automation projects, alongside the technical team.

  • Collaborate on the preparation of technical documentation, including procedures, drawings, reports, and records.

  • Support the management of spare parts, tools, and technical suppliers, contributing to resource optimization.

This program will allow you to gain hands-on knowledge of how maintenance is managed in a food industry plant, integrating into a highly professional team focused on operational excellence.

How you'll work

At our Porriño Industrial Center, you will join the Maintenance team, in a close-knit, dynamic work environment with a strong focus on continuous improvement.

Technical and personal skills

  • Proactividad y ganas de aprender.

  • Organizational skills and attention to detail.

  • Teamwork.

  • Interest in continuous improvement, innovation, and operational efficiency.

About Pescanova

Pescanova is a Spanish multinational seafood company headquartered in Vigo, Galicia, and one of the world's leading producers and distributors of fresh, frozen, and prepared seafood products. The company operates across the entire value chain, from fishing and aquaculture to processing and global distribution, with a strong presence in Europe, the Americas, and Asia. Its industrial centers in Spain, including those in Arteixo, Chapela, Porriño, and Catarroja, are key to its production and logistics operations.

For international professionals, Pescanova offers opportunities in a traditional yet globally oriented industry, with roles in maintenance, project management, and continuous improvement at its Spanish industrial sites. The company is headquartered in Vigo, a major fishing port in Galicia, and its work culture is rooted in the region's maritime heritage. While the company has faced financial restructuring in the past, it remains a significant employer in the Spanish seafood sector, and its international operations provide a diverse working environment.

Industry
Seafood
Founded
1960
Employees
5,000–10,000
Headquarters
Vigo, Spain
In Spain
Vigo, Arteixo, Chapela and 3 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • Pescanova is headquartered in Vigo, Spain, a major European fishing port, offering a unique coastal lifestyle.
  • The company operates globally, with production and sales in Europe, the Americas, and Asia, providing international exposure.
  • Spanish language skills are likely essential for roles in industrial centers, though international operations may offer some English-speaking opportunities.
  • The company has undergone significant restructuring since 2013, so potential hires should be aware of its financial history.
  • Industrial roles are based in Galicia (Arteixo, Chapela, Porlín) and Valencia (Catarroja, Paterna), offering opportunities in different regions of Spain.

In their own words

About the company & team

If you meet the requirements and are looking for an opportunity to start your professional career in industrial maintenance, send us your application and your updated CV!

To learn more about Grupo Nueva Pescanova, visit the following link: Pescanova around the world

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