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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Joost Wenteler
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Succes stories
Hoewel we in Frankrijk gevestigd zijn, heeft U-People ons vanuit Nederland uitstekende ondersteuning geboden. En belangrijker nog, ze hebben de vacature ingevuld met een uitstekende kandidaat.
Maritieme toeleverancier
Wij zijn een klein technisch bedrijf. De consultants van U-People begrijpen dat hun kandidaten niet alleen over de juiste technische vaardigheden moeten beschikken, maar ook over de juiste persoonlijke kwaliteiten om goed te functioneren binnen de dynamiek van een klein team.
Maritieme toeleverancier
Wij werken al enkele jaren samen met U-People en waarderen hun professionele aanpak en heldere communicatie. Ze begrijpen het type maritieme techniekprofessionals dat we zoeken en hebben consequent kandidaten geïntroduceerd die goed bij ons team passen.
Ingenieursbedrijf
U-People begrijpt de hoge eisen van de superjachtindustrie. Ze hebben ons ondersteund bij het werven van gespecialiseerde professionals voor diverse functies op het gebied van engineering en productie. We waarderen hun betrokkenheid en proactieve communicatie.
Jachtbouwer
We werken al meer dan 15 jaar samen met U-People en vinden de samenwerking erg prettig. De communicatie is altijd open en helder. Bovendien kent U-People ons bedrijf goed. Dat blijkt wel uit het grote aantal medewerkers dat via U-People bij ons is begonnen.
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Frequently asked questions about International recruitment
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.