Brug- en Sluiswachters

GP Solution; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

GP Solution seeks experienced bridge and lock operators for a team in the Zaanstreek region, Netherlands. You will ensure safe traffic around bridges and locks, operate locally and remotely, communicate with marine and road traffic, and report faults or incidents. A medical and psychological screening is part of the process.

The role is offered on a temporary agency basis with 8-hour shifts (06:00–14:00 or 14:00–22:00) and weekly hours agreed in advance.

Qualifications

• Nautical training or Nautop 1 and 2.
• Radio operator certificate required.
• Small craft license required.
• Inland waterways medical examination required.
• Swimming certificate required.
• Certificate of conduct required.
• BHV or first aid is a plus.
• Medical and psychological screening will be part of the process.

Responsibilities

• Operate bridges and locks locally and remotely.
• Communicate with marine and road traffic.
• Use control systems and cameras to monitor movements.
• Maintain continuous situational awareness at all times.
• Write reports for faults, incidents, damage or special cases.

Skills

Nautical training

Nautop 1/2

Radio license

Small craft license

Inland waterways medical

Swimming certificate

Certificate of conduct

BHV/First aid

Job description

Experienced bridge and lock operators are sought for a team in the Zaanstreek region of the Netherlands. The role is responsible for safe ship and road traffic around bridges and locks, working with colleagues to maintain a safe environment for all traffic movements in the area. Duties include operating bridges and locks locally and remotely, communicating with marine and road traffic, using control systems and cameras, maintaining continuous situational awareness, and writing reports for faults, incidents, damage, or special cases.

Required qualifications include nautical training or Nautop 1 and 2, a radio operator certificate, small craft license, inland waterways medical examination, swimming certificate, and a certificate of conduct. BHV or first aid is a plus. A flexible attitude, strong sense of responsibility, and ability to work well in a team are required. A medical and psychological screening is part of the process.

The position is offered on a temporary agency basis, with weekly hours agreed in consultation. Shifts are 8 hours, from 06:00 to 14:00 and from 14:00 to 22:00, with monthly planning.