The Netherlands has a thriving industrial sector, covering everything from shipbuilding to petrochemical plants. It creates many opportunities for skilled and qualified electricians. The problem? There aren’t enough Dutch workers trained in this field. Technical talent is in demand.
Here at InAxtion, we recruit skilled electricians from other EU countries to fill roles with some of the world’s best-known companies in the Netherlands. On top of that, many workers enjoy coming here for the relaxed and friendly lifestyle. So if you have experience in industrial electrical work, read on!
Here’s what companies in the Netherlands are looking for in industrial electricians, and how InAxtion can help you find your ideal role.
Industrial electricians are in demand
There’s a skills’ shortage in the Netherlands. Many people are choosing nontechnical careers, widening the gap between the skills and experience companies need, and the Dutch workers available to them. It’s impacting multiple industries, including transport infrastructure, petrochemical plants, shipbuilding, and manufacturing.
That’s why InAxtion – as an employment agency – recruits electrical workers from other EU countries to find the best fit for our clients, mostly large industrial companies. Whilst a certain level of experience and expertise is essential, employers are increasingly prioritizing workers who have the right mindset – friendliness, eagerness, and a willingness to learn. In other words, they heavily value ‘soft skills’.
Soft skills are highly important
The term ‘soft skills’ refers to transferable, interpersonal skills such as being able to adapt easily, being a good communicator, and working well as part of a team of people from mixed backgrounds and nationalities. Right now, soft skills are probably the most important thing for companies in the Netherlands who need to recruit industrial electricians.
Nowadays, having the right personality fit is just as important for companies hiring industrial electricians as having years and years of experience. That’s because having the right personality fit – as well as the right technical skills – is beneficial for all parties.
The company gets the industrial electrician they need to fill the skills gap; InAxtion makes a successful placement; and as a skilled electrician, you get the chance to develop your career through other projects with the same company. For that reason, soft skills – social skills – are also really important when we’re looking to place workers into a role.
Opportunities for electricians through InAxtion
Over the last couple of decades, we’ve built up really strong relationships with employers in the Netherlands, based on loyalty, trust, and long-term commitment. We place workers with a wide range of companies, and industrial electricians are rarely out of work for very long.
Two great things about working for InAxtion are the variety of work available, and the long-term opportunities. There are always new projects coming up, so you can pick up experience from different types of working environments, from inside tunnels to onboard ships. Our clients tend to treat InAxtion employees as their own, helping you integrate, and feel part of the team from day one.
On top of that, the Netherlands is a great place to live and work. We’re famous for our amazing cheeses, windmills, and tulip fields, and you’ll also find people to be very friendly. It’s easy to blend in even if you don’t speak any Dutch (yet). You’ll also discover that in the workplace, there’s less of a divide between the people in charge and the workers. Your Dutch boss will welcome your opinion, and expect you to share your expertise.
All industrial electricians in the Netherlands need to have completed the VCA (Health and Environment Checklist for Contractors). This is something we can arrange for you if you don’t already have it. In fact, it’s one of the many training and education opportunities we offer.
Interested in industrial electrical work in the Netherlands? Discover opportunities for industrial electricians and other technical roles, through the job listings on the InAxtion website. View jobs.
