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Work Preparator Climate

Are you the Work Preparator who will support us in realising greenhouses in challenging climates?

• Van der Hoeven
• 39
• MBO

The role: Work Preparator Climate

Once the project is sold, you will take on the role of Work Preparator. As a member of the project team, you will be responsible for your own tasks and work closely with the Project Manager and other Work Preparators and Engineers within the project team.

Based on the contract, you will create designs and detailed drawings for our (turn-key) horticultural projects worldwide, mainly using AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks. Additionally, you will prepare detailed material lists and coordinate with the procurement department on technical specifications. During project development, you will support the Project Manager where necessary. Your tasks during a project will include:

• Gathering information and preparing projects

• Working in a structured and planned manner

• Producing work and production drawings in AutoCAD/SolidWorks

• Preparing detailed material lists in ERP

• Coordinating with the procurement department

• Transferring project details to the execution phase

Your profile

• A technical degree is required. Experience in climate technology is preferred but not essential.
• Opportunities to grow into roles such as Lead Climate Engineer or Project Engineer.

• Degree in a technical field similar to Dutch level MBO 4 (Vocational education and training / VET)
• Proficiency in Dutch and English
• Experience with SolidWorks and PDM required
• Experience with AutoCAD preferred
• Independent and responsible
• Solution-oriented
• Flexible
• Experience as an Engineer in an (international) project environment
• Strong social skills

To ensure the future of our employees, we have developed the VDH Academy. This internal platform promotes knowledge sharing and provides opportunities for professional growth. We like to invest in the development of our employees.

At Van der Hoeven, fun is also an important part of our team spirit. Our staff association organizes various activities throughout the year, such as fun office drinks, barbecues and family events during the holidays. Our office is also equipped with areas where you can relax and play games.

At Van der Hoeven we value a positive work environment where we grow, learn and enjoy together.

Van der Hoeven is part of Arvesta, a Belgian parent company with strong roots in the agricultural sector. Within this group, Van der Hoeven operates independently as a specialist in innovative horticultural solutions.

Apply via the online application form on the Arvesta website.

Would you like to know more about the position? Please contact our HR Advisor Heleen van der Vaart. Reach her at

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