Production Planner

Do you have a background in Chemical Engineering and are you looking to apply your expertise in a different way? 

As a Production Planner at Neste, you work at the intersection of technology, data and operations, contributing to the optimization of production processes across a European refinery network. You translate technical insights into practical planning decisions that directly impact efficiency, sustainability and output. 

Prior experience in production planning is not required. A solid chemical engineering foundation and an analytical mindset are key.

We are looking for you,

Production Planner

to our Production team in Rotterdam Maasvlakte. 

Reasons to join

Real impact right now. We create solutions for mitigating climate change and accelerating a shift to a circular economy. We live by our values every day; we care, we have courage, we cooperate.

Safety and caring. We value safety always and everywhere. We want our work to feel good and do good. At Neste, we nurture a culture where everyone is welcome and feels safe, respected and encouraged to be their unique true selves.

Exciting growth. Transformation brings new possibilities, fostering both courage and curiosity. As a global company, collaboration is the key, and we believe in flexible, smart ways of working. We support personal development with versatile learning and career opportunities.

More about the job

You will work closely with the Shipping, Operations and the Espoo planning teams. Your main responsibilities in creating a sustainable future are:

• Scheduling production for the Rotterdam refineries
  
  

• Facilitation of quality or capacity related test runs
  
  

• Optimising feedstock blends and production volumes for maximum profitability
  
  

• Steering of monthly volumes and quality for incoming feedstocks, intermediate products and product streams.
  
  

• Supporting in solving complex supply chain issues within the Europe network of refineries
  
  

• Managing inventories to ensure reliable production schedules

Keys to success in this role / The best combination to succeed in this role

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering (required)
  
  

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a technical environment or refinery setting, preferably within the Oil & Gas industry
  
  

• Full professional proficiency in English; Dutch is a plus

• Passion for clean energy and sustainability
  
  

• Strong team player with a collaborative mindset
  
  

• Proactive self-starter with a high sense of ownership and accountability
  
  

• Analytical and solution-oriented, with the ability to work on complex challenges

What can you expect in return? 

• A permanent contract from the start.

• A competitive salary, supplemented with a 13th-month payment and a bonus scheme.

• 25 vacation days, plus a personal budget equivalent to 18 additional vacation days.

• An attractive pension plan with only 1,5% employee contribution 

• travel expense reimbursement.

• A healthcare allowance.

• A flexible hybrid working model, with a minimum of 3 days per week on-site for a full-time position.

Let’s get you started

We look forward to receiving your CV and application via our career site. Due to security and confidentiality, please submit your application through our recruitment system. Applications sent via email will not be considered.

If you have any questions regarding the process or the position, please get in touch with Debbie Veldmeijer, debbie.veldmeijer@partners.neste.com.

We will contact you within 10 working days after applying for the position. The recruitment process will include 2 interviews.

Neste in brief

Neste (NESTE, Nasdaq Helsinki) is the world's leading producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), with production on three continents. The company’s renewables production capacity is expected to reach 6.8 million tons annually in 2027. Neste also produces high-quality oil products at its Porvoo refinery in Finland. The company has a network of nearly 1,000 fuel stations with expanding service offering, such as EV charging, in Finland and in the Baltics.

Neste’s strategy focuses on growth in renewable fuels, which help its customers to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. Neste is included in many international indices for its sustainability performance. In 2025, Neste's revenue stood at EUR 19.0 billion. Read more: neste.com