Frequently Asked Questions

No. English is sufficient for most driving jobs. Dutch is a plus, but not required.

You can apply from all EU countries. You need to have an European drivers license and passport to come here and work for us.

You can start working in the Netherlands very fast. Depending on the vacancy, you can apply and start a week later.

No. If you don’t have one yet, we help arrange your BSN registration after arrival.

Yes. Many drivers apply while they’re still employed. We plan your start date together.

Common systems are:

• 3 weeks work / 1 week home
• 4 weeks work / 2 weeks home
• 6 weeks work / 2–3 weeks home

But custom systems are also possible.

Yes! It is possible to work in a system, this is in consultation with Transport People and your employer. However, if you prefer not to work in a system, this is also totally okay. We would like to meet your preferences.

The NBBU-cao for temporary workers has a phase system that consit of four different phases. This system is leading for the temporary employment contract that we conclude with you. Each phase shows which rights you have as an employee. The longer you work for us, the more rights you will obtain.

This is depending on the length of the break. Did the break lasted for 26 weeks or longer? Then you will start at the beginning of the phase system again. For employees that are in phase 3, another agreement applies: when you did not work for three months or longer, you will drop back to the beginning of phase 3.

No. System work is planned in advance and does not require vacation days.

You arrange your own travel to and from the Netherlands.

No. Housing is optional. If you already have your own accommodation, that’s fine. With some of our vacancies, you can also sleep in the truck.

• Private bedroom
• Fully furnished shared house or apartment
• Shared kitchen and bathroom
• Gas, water, electricity included
• Registration possible for BSN
• Close to your workplace
• WiFi

Yes. One private bedroom per person.

Yes. Housing is SNF-certified and regularly checked for quality and safety.

We aim to place you as close as possible to your workplace.

You can report issues. We arrange repairs or maintenance.

We help you with:

• Key handover
• Practical information
• BSN registration (if needed)
• Interview with the company you’ll be working
  for.

You will have a fixed contact person who is available for support and questions.

Yes, housing costs are clearly specified and deducted transparently.

Housing is linked to your job. We discuss the options with you in advance.

We talk with you and look for a solution together.

Yes. We are audited yearly and hold multiple certificates that ensure compliance and reliability.

Yes. Equal treatment, clear agreements and mutual respect are core values.

Because everything is arranged clearly: work, housing, planning and support. No surprises.