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Road Construction Professional

Match based on: waste flows, environment, recycling
Vacancy for road construction work such as sewerage and earthworks. Several years of experience and VCA certification (or willingness to obtain one) are required. Work within a close-knit family business active in infrastructure.
Zuidema Contractors
Hoogeveen
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Description

In this role, you will carry out the construction of (main) sewers, groundwork according to drawings, and various infrastructure activities within our projects.

Job requirements

  • Positive and active attitude.
  • Several years of relevant work experience.
  • Dexterity and a real can-do mentality.
  • Team player.
  • In possession of a VCA diploma or willing to obtain one.

Tasks

  • Laying of (main) sewers.
  • Carrying out ground work based on drawings.
  • The development of outdoor areas.
  • Installing drainage gullies and gutters.
  • Installing retaining walls.
  • Carrying out various other infrastructure and infrastructural works.

Working conditions

  • Challenging job with plenty of room for personal initiative.
  • Room for training and growth opportunities.
  • A permanent contract after the induction period.
  • Work clothing, good tools and personal protective equipment are provided.
  • Participation in a profit-sharing scheme.
  • Freedom and independence at work.

Description of the organisation

It's a close-knit family business operating in the northeast Netherlands, specializing in civil engineering, road construction, and recycling. The company has been in business since 1963 and is located in Hoogeveen. With approximately forty colleagues, we work on infrastructure projects.

Through expert and careful work, raw materials and residual waste are collected, transported, processed, and utilized so that a larger portion of the resources can be reused. Craftsmanship and commitment are central to this process.

Good work on the street starts with good preparation: work planners, project managers and administrative staff take care of planning, purchasing, safety and communication.

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Skills suitable for this job type

professional skills
Law
physics
development and analysis of software and applications
chemical technology and processes
mechanics and metal
motor vehicles, ships and aircraft
materials (glass, paper, plastic and wood)
construction and road and hydraulic engineering
public cleaning services and sanitary facilities
health and safety at work
protection of persons and property
transport services
maintaining operational data
organizing and planning work and activities
monitor the quality of goods
checking safety and security
developing disaster and emergency plans
operating earthmoving machinery
measuring dimensions and associated properties
connecting parts using welding and soldering techniques
set up materials, instruments or equipment
interpreting technical documentation and diagrams
ensuring compliance with legislation
cleaning of open-air places
operating aircraft
testing vehicles
smoothing surfaces of objects and equipment
check, inspect and test
installing equipment and systems for plumbing and piping
building and repairing structures
Materials
compliance with health and safety procedures
loading and unloading of goods and materials
installing wooden and metal parts
cutting materials and drilling holes
operating pump systems and equipment
cleaning tools, equipment, workpieces and vehicles
performing risk analysis and management
comply with operational procedures
compliance with environmental protection laws and standards
processing and disposal of hazardous substances
using digital tools for collaboration and productivity
entering and converting information
working with machines and specialized equipment
operating lifting and transport equipment
installing and repairing electrical, electronic and precision equipment
operating cutting, grinding and smoothing machines
maintain mechanical tools
developing solutions
collaborate and maintain contacts
design of structures and facilities
hammering, nailing and riveting
operating industrial precision equipment
preparing mixtures and solutions
use precision measuring instruments
testing and analyzing substances
operating systems and equipment for the processing of petroleum, chemicals and water
applying concrete elements
working in teams
moving or lifting materials, equipment and supplies
ensuring and maintaining physical security
testing electrical and mechanical systems and equipment
Drawings
Infrastructure
Committed
Sewers
VCA basic certificate
Reading drawings
Administrative work
Flexibility
Construction drawings
Technical insight
Two right hands
Civil engineering projects
Gutters
Retaining walls
Groundworks
(Working) drawings

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