International recruitment

The demand for technical professionals has exceeded the local market for many years. U-People supports clients in attracting qualified professionals from Europe and beyond.

With our own international recruitment office and a strong network within the maritime sector, we are able to quickly and accurately find the right candidates.

What you can expect

  • Access to a broad network of international professionals
  • Active sourcing through our international recruitment office with experienced recruiters
  • Selection based on technical expertise and practical employability
  • Fast fulfilment of scarce profiles
  • Focus on quality and long-term relationships

U-People is a recognised sponsor with the IND. This enables us to guide international processes efficiently and compliantly when required.

We ensure that candidates are not only available, but also function successfully within your organisation, including in projects with high requirements in terms of safety and reliability.

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    Success stories

    Although we are based in France, U-People provided us with excellent support from the Netherlands. And, importantly, they filled the vacancy with an excellent candidate.

    Maritime supplier

    We are a small technical company. The consultants at U-People understand that their candidates must not only possess the right technical skills but also the right personal qualities to function within the dynamics of a small team.

    Maritime supplier

    We have been working with U-People for several years and value their professional approach and clear communication. They understand the type of maritime engineering professionals we are looking for and have consistently introduced candidates who are a good fit for our team.

    Engineering company

    U-People understands the high standards of the superyacht industry. They have supported us in recruiting specialized professionals for a variety of engineering and production roles. We appreciate their commitment and proactive communication.

    Yachtbuilding company

    We have been working with U-People for over 15 years and find the collaboration very pleasant. The communication is always open and clear. In addition, U-People knows our company well. This is evident from the number of employees who started with us through U-People. There are many of them.

    Shipbuilding company

    Frequently asked questions about International recruitment

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    Why do organisations choose international recruitment?

    For many years, the demand for experienced technical professionals in the maritime industry has exceeded the available local talent pool. International recruitment gives organisations access to a much larger pool of qualified professionals, making it easier to fill hard-to-find positions.

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    Which international professionals does U-People recruit?

    U-People recruits Naval Architects, Marine Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Systems Engineers, Automation Engineers, Interior Engineers, Structural Engineers, Outfit Engineers, Project Engineers, Project Managers, Technical Superintendents, ILS Engineers, Service Engineers, Commissioning Engineers, Work Planners, Planners and other technical specialists for the maritime industry.

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    From which countries does U-People recruit candidates?

    With our own international recruitment office and an extensive global network, we recruit technical professionals from across Europe and, when required, from outside Europe. We focus on finding the best candidate for your organisation, regardless of geographical borders.

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    Does U-People support immigration and IND procedures?

    Yes. U-People is a recognised sponsor with the Dutch Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND). We guide both clients and candidates through the required immigration procedures and ensure that the entire process is handled efficiently and in full compliance with Dutch regulations.

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    Does U-People also provide relocation and onboarding support?

    Yes. We support international professionals throughout their relocation to the Netherlands. Our services include assistance with housing, practical arrangements, immigration procedures and ensuring a smooth onboarding process within your organisation.

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    How does U-People ensure the quality of international candidates?

    We assess candidates not only on their technical knowledge and experience, but also on their practical employability, communication skills, motivation and suitability for your organisation and projects. This enables us to provide professionals who can quickly become productive members of your team.

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    Why do organisations choose U-People for international recruitment?

    With many years of experience in the maritime industry, our international recruitment network, dedicated recruitment office and personal approach, we successfully recruit even the most difficult-to-find technical professionals. We manage the complete process, from recruitment and selection to immigration, relocation and onboarding.

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    Which sectors does U-People provide international recruitment for?

    We are 100% specialised in the maritime industry. Our clients operate in shipbuilding, yacht building, offshore, dredging, the maritime supply industry, ports and the Defence sector.