Working in construction, explained

You want to become a plumber without any training. Is that possible? The short answer: yes. Read how to go about it in this blog.

Sustainable building in the construction and engineering sector In our sector, sustainable building goes further than simply choosing 'green' materials. It's about a smart approach to the entire building process. That means using resources like energy, water and materials efficiently, and cutting waste and pollution. We look at the bigger picture to […]

Staying fit in autumn As the days get shorter and the weather turns grim, it's important to pay extra attention to your health and wellbeing, especially in the physically demanding construction and engineering sector. In this blog we share practical tips to get through autumn fit and full of energy. Read on! Starting […]

A future full of opportunities: A career in construction Starting out in construction often begins as an apprentice. No diploma? No problem! You learn the tricks of the trade and earn money at the same time. Then you move up, become a skilled tradesperson and later maybe even a site manager running an entire project. In this blog […]

Safety on the construction site is an important issue that mustn't be overlooked. Construction is full of risks and hazards that can lead to serious injuries or other harm. In this article we take a closer look at safety on the construction site.

A fresh start in your career: Working in construction and engineering later in life! Thinking about switching careers later in life? Moving into a new field later on can seem daunting, but it's definitely possible. In this blog we'll look at the opportunities, reasons and benefits that […]

Ready for more freedom and keen to be your own boss? Then working as a freelancer (ZZP) in construction might be a good option for you. But can you do it without experience, and how do you go about it?

Make the most of your construction holiday (bouwvak): These are the best tips! The bouwvak is finally here! A well-earned time to relax, have fun and recharge for the challenges ahead. But what are actually the best tips for enjoying the summer to the full, and what should you definitely avoid? […]

Generic Gate Instruction (GPI) Since 1 April 2019, the Generic Gate Instruction has been mandatory on all construction sites. The certification was introduced to promote safe behaviour on site. What is it, which versions are there and how do you get a GPI certificate? Read it here. What is the Generic Gate Instruction? The Generic Gate Instruction […]

How do you deal with staff turnover as an employer? The market is changing, construction and installation companies are struggling with staff turnover, and meanwhile the projects just keep going. That can hurt your organisation. How do you tackle this problem? We'll tell you in this blog. Research by the Economic Institute […]

It's still winter, but plenty of people are already looking forward to the construction holiday (bouwvak) and planning their time off. When is the bouwvak in 2023? We looked it up for you.

Many companies in the Netherlands are feeling the impact of a rapidly changing economy. The labour market has become extremely tight, leading to staff shortages. On top of that, more and more companies feel the need to make their premises more sustainable, due to stricter laws and regulations and rising energy prices. Andre Schuijl, director of Jobxion, follows these developments closely and contributes to strengthening the labour market and making the Netherlands more sustainable.

Modular construction is a fast-growing new-build method that's gaining more and more ground in the industry. What is it, and why is this sustainable building method so well suited to the housing ambitions? Read everything you need to know about modular construction in this knowledge article.

It's great to see an apprentice of yours learning and growing as a tradesperson. It doesn't always go smoothly, but that's a learning moment too. How do you make sure you're a good coach? We give you 10 tips so you can guide and motivate apprentices the right way.

We'd like to introduce you to Johan, a 65-year-old candidate who's been working for us again since 2020, after an earlier stint with us in 2018. Johan has been a carpenter for more than 45 years and it's still his passion to this day! He explains what makes his work so enjoyable and why he chose JobXion, even though he could easily switch to another staffing agency.

In September 2021, Brody started the training programme to become a plumber and electrician through JobXion. He spent two days at the training centre, learning all the basics of the trade. Now he's starting work at one of our clients on 1 December. He's glad he's found a company where he can get to work and learn a lot, even though he doesn't have much experience yet. When you live on your own, going back to school alongside a full-time job is tough. That's why this opportunity is ideal for him. He tells us more about his experiences with JobXion and the training centre.

According to CBS, the eight millionth home was added to the housing stock in June 2021. That's an increase of one million homes since 2005. What stands out is how much the ratio between the number of residents and the number of homes has changed. In 1921 there was one home for every 4.8 residents. Now, a hundred years later, there's one home for every 2.2 residents. Across the Netherlands, a net 39,000 homes were added in the first half of 2021. Of these, eight thousand were built in Noord-Holland, 4,300 of them in Amsterdam. Zeeland saw the smallest increase, with 255 homes.

Jimmy van Loo is the new practical instructor for Installation at JobXion. At our new training centre we work with the best tools and the finest materials. That way you're ready for a construction or installation project as quickly as possible. We talked to Jim about the training centre, but mostly about why he enjoys teaching people so much.

Good housing and support for migrant workers At JobXion we've been happily placing migrant workers with our clients for years. But of course this has to be done properly. Unfortunately, the working and living conditions of migrant workers in our country often fall short. At JobXion we'd like to share what we do to […]

Jeroen Lamers came within a whisker of never working in construction at all. But he quite suddenly quit his business studies and, to everyone's surprise, chose to take over his father's company. He's now owned Lamers Bouw for around 15 years, a contractor specialising in renovation work, mainly on 1930s homes in and around Arnhem.