Recruitment & Selection
Filling key positions requires more than recruitment alone. It is about finding professionals who fit the technical environment, the project dynamics and the organisation.
U-People supports clients in filling positions within management, executive level and specialist technical and commercial roles.
Our approach
- Targeted and thorough search based on your requirements
- Careful selection based on experience, personality and employability
- Ethical and transparent process, with attention to confidentiality
- Guidance throughout the full process
You only pay upon a successful placement. In addition, we provide a guarantee on our services.
We have extensive experience in filling management positions at leading companies in the maritime sector, but also within complex and often confidential environments, including defence and defence-related projects.
Pay-per-day model
In specific situations, U-People offers a flexible pay-per-day model: a hybrid form between recruitment & selection and temp-to-perm, without a high initial investment.
This model is particularly suitable when:
- You have your own entity abroad
- The candidate enters into employment with you directly
- Flexibility and cost control are essential
Instead of a one-off recruitment and selection fee, you work with a transparent daily rate during the deployment period. This provides predictable and scalable costs, while you retain full control over your organisation and personnel.
We will gladly advise you when this structure best fits your organisation and project structure.
More information?
Joost Wenteler
Commercial Director
joost@upeople.nl
+31 6 29 57 89 08
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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 Recruitment & Selection
Which positions does U-People recruit for?
U-People specialises in the recruitment and selection of technical, commercial and management professionals within the maritime industry. We recruit Naval Architects, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Systems Engineers, Project Managers, Technical Superintendents, ILS Engineers, Sales Managers, Operations Managers, Managing Directors and other specialist professionals.
Which sectors does U-People serve?
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.
How does the recruitment and selection process work?
We begin with an in-depth intake to fully understand your organisation, the position and the ideal candidate profile. We then actively search for, approach and assess suitable professionals before presenting only candidates who match both the technical requirements and your organisational culture.
When do I pay the recruitment fee?
You only pay when we successfully place a candidate within your organisation. This ensures a transparent, results-driven and low-risk recruitment process.
Does U-People provide a placement guarantee?
Yes. We provide a guarantee on our recruitment and selection services. The applicable guarantee terms are agreed with you before the assignment starts.
Does U-People recruit internationally?
Yes. Through our international recruitment network and dedicated recruitment team, we recruit technical professionals from both Europe and beyond. We can also support immigration, relocation and onboarding where required.
Why do organisations choose U-People for recruitment & selection?
Organisations choose U-People because of our in-depth maritime expertise, personal approach and high-quality service. We work transparently, professionally and confidentially, focusing on long-term placements that benefit both our clients and the professionals we recruit.