Working in De Kwakel as an EU Temporary Worker
Welcome to De Kwakel – a small village that’s big on flowers, plants, and opportunities. Here, you’ll be working among greenhouses, alongside colleagues from all over Europe and for employers who value your contribution. No diploma is required. You don’t even need to speak a word of Dutch. What do you need? The motivation to work. The rest? We’ll help you with that.
Our vacancies
Order Picker in the Logistics and Quality Control Department
Work in an enthusiastic team, where you work together to ensure a correct and efficient shipping pro…
- Rijsenhout
- Starting at 15,59per hour
Harvesting flowers in the fields of Nieuw Vennep
Do you like nature? Do you like being in a field of various flowers? Do you feel comfortable working…
- Nieuw Vennep
- Agrarisch Medewerker
- Starting at 14,50per hour
Harvesting flowers in the fields
Do you like being on the move? Do you feel comfortable working outside? The right selection/appropri…
- Rijsenhout
- Agrarisch Medewerker
- Starting at 14,40per hour
Junior Landscaper
Would you like to be trained as a landscaper?
- Rijsenhout
- Hovenier/Tuinman
- Starting at 2.500every 4 weeks
Experienced Landscaper
Experienced Landscaper
- Rijsenhout
- Hovenier/Tuinman
- Starting at 2.500every 4 weeks
Production worker in the Agriculture Sector
Production Worker in the Agriculture sector
- Rijsenhout
- Agrarisch Medewerker
- Starting at 14,40per hour
Why work in De Kwakel?
Perhaps you’ve never heard of De Kwakel. We understand – it’s small, cozy, and above all, very green. But don’t be fooled: every day, thousands of flowers and plants leave this village, heading to countries worldwide. From New York to Paris, from Tokyo to London: whatever you care for, harvest, or package here finds its way into living rooms around the globe.
In De Kwakel, you’ll find colleagues from Poland, Romania, Spain, and many other European countries. Everyone works together, helps each other out, and makes sure you quickly feel at home. You can start right away in various agricultural roles, for example:
Horticultural worker: You care for, propagate, and sort flowers or plants. You work in a greenhouse or out in the field. Every day is different—and you literally see your work grow. Click here to learn more about working in horticulture.
Production worker: You sort, process, and package flowers and plants that are sold worldwide. Your job is to sort and package the flowers and plants that will soon be available around the globe. Your efforts determine the success of the export. You’re essential! Click here to learn more about working in production.
Logistics worker/Order picker: Using electric carts, you collect orders and ensure that all plants and flowers leave De Kwakel in good condition and on time. Click here to learn more about working in logistics.
Not sure what you want to do yet? No problem. We’ll figure out where your talents lie and how you can best use them.
Prefer to work outside De Kwakel? Choose your region
Although De Kwakel is brimming with “green” opportunities, you might prefer to work elsewhere. Fortunately, through ABflexkracht, you’ll find plenty of vacancies in other well-known horticultural regions:
Working in the “Bollenstreek” (the Flower Bulb Region)
Do you prefer working outdoors, in expansive fields full of blooming tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths? Every spring, these fields attract visitors from all around the world. You’ll be caring for the flowers that have made the Netherlands famous, and which will soon be brightening vases somewhere else in the world.
Haarlemmermeer
In Haarlemmermeer, you’ll find modern greenhouses, innovative companies, and gorgeous flower and plant nurseries. Will you choose to work in a high-tech greenhouse or outdoors with open-field cultivation? This region offers a wide variety of work and plenty of room to grow in your role.
Aalsmeer
From greenhouse to global market: Aalsmeer is home to the world-famous Royal FloraHolland, the largest flower auction in the world. Orchids, tulips, and thousands of other varieties of flowers and plants pass through your hands every day, destined for every continent. Would you like to be part of this worldwide success story?
It’s up to you where you’d like to work. Don’t see your region listed? Just register with us. We’ll let you know as soon as there’s a vacancy near you.
Working in De Kwakel: what do we arrange for you?
A fair salary
You’ll always receive a salary in line with the agricultural sector’s collective labor agreement (cao). Good work is rewarded. Read more here about what you can earn as an EU temporary worker in De Kwakel, the Netherlands.
Transport to your workplace
We’ll make sure you always arrive at work on time, whether by bike, car, or another form of transport.
Opportunities for advancement
Interested in progressing to a team leader role? We’ll help you achieve your ambitions.
Personal guidance
Would you like to grow into a team leader or become a relief worker? We’ll support your goals.
Training and development
Want to learn something new? We organize fun training and development programs.
Don’t speak Dutch? No problem!
Many of our colleagues start without speaking the language. And that’s okay. We’ll ensure you understand your tasks and feel welcome. Because with us, it doesn’t matter where you come from — it’s about where you want to go. Here:
- Everyone is welcome
- You learn on the job
- You receive solid guidance
- You’re never on your own
Working in De Kwakel: What do you need to arrange as an EU temporary worker?
You can start working in De Kwakel immediately. However, there are a few things you’ll need to set up. Don’t worry — we’ll guide you every step of the way.
1. Entry into the Netherlands: Do you need a visa or work permit?
If you’re from an EU country, you don’t need a visa or work permit. A valid passport or ID card is sufficient.
2. Citizen Service Number (BSN):
You need a BSN to work, get paid, and be insured. We’ll help you with the application.
3. What else is important when working in De Kwakel as a foreign national?
In the Netherlands, having health insurance is mandatory. A Dutch bank account is also useful for receiving your salary. We’ll help you with both.
All set? Then you can get started—and we’ll make sure you feel right at home. Read here how you can quickly get started in the Netherlands.
Ready to work in De Kwakel? Apply now!
Working in De Kwakel means investing in your future. You take care of flowers and plants, and we take care of everything else.
Prefer personal contact? Call us at +31(0)297 383 400 or email recruitment@abflexkracht.nl. We’re happy to help.
Before long, you might be standing among cacti, working with colorful flowers, or helping to prepare orders for customers worldwide. Will you seize this opportunity? Check out our vacancies in De Kwakel and apply today!
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