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Vacancies in the public sector

Do you want to work in a sector where you really make an impact? Then a job in the public sector is for you. Everywhere in the Netherlands, vacancies can be found in the public sector, from healthcare and education to municipalities and government agencies. Whether you like working with people, performing administrative tasks, or developing policy, there is always a position that suits you. At Timing, we have a wide range of vacancies in the public sector. Do you like to contribute to society? Take that chance!

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Working in the public sector means contributing to a better society. You work for the common good and often have a lot of responsibility in your role. Customer orientation, integrity, and flexibility are important qualities for those who want to work in this sector. Whether you are a social go-getter, good at organizing, or analytically strong, there is always a public sector vacancy that matches your talents. Do you recognize yourself in this? Then apply for one of our vacancies and make a difference!

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Loader Zoetermeer

As a loader in Zoetermeer, you and your colleagues are responsible for collecting household waste and bulky waste. You work between 0 and 40 hours a week, depending on your availability. You work flexibly on a call basis: ideal if you are looking for variety or want to combine it with other work or study. What makes this position attractive? You are outdoors, active, and part of a close-knit team. You directly contribute to a cleaner living environment. No day is the same! Your workday starts early. You gather with the team at the garbage truck. Together, you head out through various neighborhoods in Zoetermeer. You load household waste and bulky waste into the truck and ensure everything proceeds safely. You pay attention to traffic, work neatly, and help each other where needed. You always work together with the driver and fellow loaders. Sometimes you work a full day, sometimes a half day, or as a reserve. This keeps the work varied and easy to combine with your private life. This job is perfect if you enjoy being physically active and love working outdoors. You immediately see the result of your efforts: the city is clean again. The atmosphere in the team is good, everyone helps each other. Enthusiastic? Apply now and experience how fun it is to work as a loader!
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Zoetermeer
0 - 8
Fulltime

Field Interviewer Voorburg

Are you ready for a challenging role as a field interviewer in Voorburg? You will independently go out and visit people at home who have been invited by CBS for a survey. Often, they have not yet responded to previous invitations. You know how to engage in conversation in a respectful and convincing manner and motivate them to participate. You make unannounced visits to addresses and conduct interviews. Sometimes you return to a house up to six times if no one is home. You plan your days based on the CBS strategy. After each visit, you digitally record your activities. You work 16 to 24 hours per week, mostly in the evenings between 5:00 PM and 9:00 PM. You have a lot of freedom and largely determine your own schedule. Do you enjoy talking to people, working independently, and organizing your own day? Then this job is ideal for you! With your efforts, you contribute to important research. Apply today and make a difference.
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Voorburg
9 - 16
Parttime

Field Interviewer Amstelveen

As a field interviewer, you will independently travel around Veenendaal and the surrounding area. You visit people at home who have been invited by CBS for a survey. They have already received several invitations but have not yet responded. Your task is to engage in a respectful and persuasive conversation to motivate them to participate. You work part-time, between 16 and 24 hours per week. You plan your own working hours and have a lot of freedom in how you organize your days. During an average workday, you visit addresses unannounced. You ring the doorbell, conduct conversations, and persuade people to participate. Sometimes you have to return to the same address up to six times if no one is home. You accurately record your visits and progress in CBS's digital system. You are flexibly deployable, including in the evenings. This job is perfect if you enjoy working independently, make good contact, and are not afraid to approach people. You are given a lot of trust and responsibility. Do you see yourself as an important link in national surveys? Then apply quickly!
Amstelveen
9 - 16
Parttime

Car Mechanic Zoetermeer

Are you an enthusiastic car mechanic who wants to work in Zoetermeer? You work 32 to 36 hours a week in a well-equipped workshop. You are responsible for the maintenance and repair of a diverse fleet, from passenger cars to large trucks. You troubleshoot, perform MOT inspections, manage inventory, and update your work orders administratively. You participate in the emergency service, for example during ice control, to keep everything running. Your day is varied: you start with a cup of coffee and discuss the schedule with colleagues. Then you get to work on maintenance, a repair, or solve a malfunction. Sometimes you switch between different vehicles and tasks. You work together in a team of mechanics and other colleagues. You help each other and ensure that the work runs smoothly. You see immediate results from your work and carry a lot of responsibility. You enjoy tackling technical challenges and making decisions when it's busy. Working together in a close-knit team energizes you. Does this sound like your next step? Apply quickly and become our new car mechanic!
Zoetermeer
25 - 32
Fulltime

Interim Unit Manager Zoetermeer

As an interim unit manager for waste collection in Zoetermeer, you ensure that everything runs smoothly together with two fellow unit managers. You jointly manage a team of 35 employees. The atmosphere is open, and everyone helps each other. Together with the planner, you ensure that waste collection is carried out well, safely, and customer-friendly every day. In this role, no day is the same. You coordinate your team's deployment, lead work meetings, monitor progress, and step in where necessary. You have contact with contractors, assess quotes, and handle reports from residents. In winter, you participate in the emergency service and organize ice control with colleagues. Furthermore, you prepare reports and post-calculations and take on small projects. You motivate your team with genuine attention. You are clear, straightforward, and know how to get people moving. You remain calm when something unexpected happens. You also enjoy building a strong team with your colleagues. Do you want to get started quickly and make an impact in the city? Then apply!
Zoetermeer
25 - 32
Fulltime

Customer Contact Center Employee ROVA

Are you looking for a challenging role as a Customer Contact Center Employee in Zwolle? You are the point of contact for residents with questions about waste collection and the outdoor space. You work between 28 and 40 hours per week. This position is ideal if you enjoy helping people, love variety, and want to contribute to a clean and safe living environment. You are part of an enthusiastic team where collaboration is central. On an average workday, you answer questions via phone, email, app, or chat. You schedule appointments for bulky waste collection or container repairs. You also register reports and complaints and ensure they are properly followed up. You provide residents with tips on waste separation and identify where improvements can be made. You quickly switch between different systems and keep a cool head during busy times. Occasionally, you work an evening until 7:00 PM or on Saturday until 1:00 PM. Are you customer-friendly, digitally savvy, and do you enjoy working in a team? Then this is your chance! You will work in an informal atmosphere with plenty of room for your development. Apply quickly and make a difference for the residents of Zwolle!
Zwolle
25 - 32
Parttime

Field Interviewer Utrecht

As a field interviewer, you will independently travel around Utrecht and its surroundings. You visit people at home who have been invited for a CBS survey. Often, these people have not yet responded. You know how to motivate them in a respectful way to participate. You work flexibly, between 16 and 24 hours per week. The freedom to create your own schedule makes this job extra attractive. On an average workday, you make unannounced visits to addresses. You conduct conversations and persuade people to participate in the survey. If someone is not home, you can easily return another time. You plan your own routes and record your visits digitally. You work mostly independently, but you can always consult with colleagues or your contact person. Are you social, a good listener, and enjoy interacting with people? Do you want to work independently while contributing to society? Apply quickly and become a field interviewer!
Utrecht
9 - 16
Parttime

Driver Waste Collection Part-time

Do you enjoy being on the road, prefer working outdoors to indoors, and love to take action? Then this job as a Waste Collection Driver at ROVA in Amersfoort is perfect for you. You drive modern collection trucks through residential areas and rural regions, ensuring with your colleagues that the region remains clean, safe, and livable. No day is the same: one time you drive with a side loader, the next with a rear loader, while collaborating with colleagues and doing visible work that truly benefits people. And the best part? You're home on time every day. At ROVA, you work in a close-knit and no-nonsense team where colleagues are ready for each other and safety always comes first. You combine driving with physical work, operate modern and well-maintained equipment, and have a lot of responsibility on the road. Are you looking for a stable job with good earnings, lots of variety, and a prospect of a permanent contract? Then ROVA is the right place for you. Here, you're not just a driver, but an important craftsman in the neighborhood.
Amersfoort
17 - 24
Parttime

On-call Employee for Gully Cleaner ROVA

Are you ready for a challenging job as an on-call employee for a gully cleaner? Together with a driver, you ensure that the street gullies in Zwolle remain clean. You usually start at 6:00 AM, but sometimes as early as 4:00 AM on Fridays. A workday lasts eight hours, and you are often finished early in the afternoon. You work on an on-call basis, so your hours vary per week. You earn €16.70 gross per hour. Your main task is to empty street gullies with the gully cleaner. You open manholes, place the hose in the gully, and ensure everything is left tidy. Additionally, you perform minor maintenance and cleaning on the equipment. Since you work outside, it's important that you don't shy away from wet or dirty work. You always work with a driver, so good teamwork is essential. Flexibility is required, as you sometimes have to start early. Being physically fit is a must. Does this sound like your new job? Apply quickly and make a difference in Zwolle!
Zwolle
0 - 8
Parttime

Field Interviewer Heemskerk

Are you often on the road and do you enjoy talking to people? As a field interviewer in Heemskerk, you work 16 to 24 hours a week and visit people at home without an appointment. You inform them about an important study and encourage them to participate. Your role is crucial because you ensure reliable data. Your workday usually starts in the afternoon or evening, where you visit addresses in your region. If someone is not home, you try again later. You work at least three evenings a week, sometimes also during the day, and you largely schedule your visits yourself. You travel with your own car and receive a travel allowance. You work independently but receive good support. Do you want to make a difference with your communication? Apply quickly and become a field interviewer!
Heemskerk
9 - 16
Parttime

Crane Truck Driver

Are you an experienced driver with a C license and Code 95 who enjoys working independently with modern equipment? Then the position of Crane Truck Driver at ROVA is perfect for you. You drive various routes in the region daily, empty underground containers with a crane truck, and work with your colleagues to ensure a clean, safe, and tidy living environment. No day is the same: you work varied shifts, have a lot of responsibility, and have the freedom to make independent decisions on the road. You work in an informal organization where collegiality, safety, and craftsmanship are central. ROVA not only offers a stable job for a longer period but also the prospect of a permanent contract with good performance. You will join a committed team with a pleasant working atmosphere and a supervisor who communicates openly and thinks along with you. Additionally, you get excellent equipment, good working conditions according to the Waste & Environment collective labor agreement, and extras such as overtime allowances and a year-end bonus. Do you have a go-getter mentality, enjoy physical work, and are you looking for an employer where you can really grow? Then this is your chance to build a beautiful future at ROVA.
Amersfoort
17 - 24
Fulltime

Field Interviewer Gorinchem

Are you looking for an independent job where you are on the road and can persuade people? Then this position is perfect for you! As a field interviewer in Gorinchem, you visit people at home who have been invited by CBS for a survey. You work part-time, 16 to 24 hours per week, and have the freedom to plan your own routes, making each day different and challenging. Your day starts with reviewing your addresses. Then you get in the car and visit people unannounced who have not yet responded to an invitation from CBS. You kindly explain why participation is important and motivate people to join. Sometimes you have to return up to six times if no one is home. You keep track of your visits digitally and work accurately according to the guidelines. You get energy from contact with people and enjoy working independently. It gives you satisfaction when you manage to persuade people. You often work in the evenings, making this job easy to combine with studies, family, or another job. Enthusiastic? Apply quickly and make a difference!
Gorinchem
9 - 16
Parttime

Field Interviewer Nieuwegein

As a field interviewer at CBS in Nieuwegein, you will independently travel around your region. You visit people at home who have previously been invited for a survey but have not yet responded. You have the freedom to set your own working hours and determine your own approach. A workday consists of unannounced visits to addresses and conducting interviews. You persuade people to participate in the survey. Is no one home? Then you try again at another time, up to a maximum of six times. You record everything neatly in the CBS system. Freedom and independence are central to this role. You work part-time, plan your own visits, and receive good guidance. Do you want a meaningful job where you really connect with people? Apply quickly and make an impact in your region!
Nieuwegein
9 - 16
Parttime

Loader ACV Ede

Are you looking for an active job outdoors? For ACV in Ede, we are looking for an enthusiastic loader. You work full-time from Monday to Friday, and around holidays, it may happen that you work on Saturday. You start your day at 07:00 or 07:30 and work until at least 14:00, with a maximum end time of 17:00. Sometimes you have a standby shift until 10:00. Together with your colleagues, you are responsible for collecting waste, regardless of the weather. After your training period, you will have the opportunity to take on additional tasks, such as working at the value points. Your day begins at the ACV yard, after which you head out with your team to collect waste in Ede and the surrounding area. The work is physically challenging, keeping you well on the move. At the end of your workday, you clean your workplace and discuss the day with your team. Do you want to contribute to a clean environment and enjoy working outdoors? Then apply directly via Timing Recruitment South! Starters are also very welcome.
Ede
0 - 8
Fulltime

Field Interviewer for CBS - Apeldoorn

Are you looking for an independent and flexible job in Apeldoorn? As a field interviewer for CBS, you work in your own region and visit people at home who have been invited for a survey but have not yet responded. You have the freedom to determine your own schedule and work 16 to 24 hours per week, mainly in the evenings. The work is varied and offers a lot of freedom in organizing your day. You start your day by reviewing your addresses and planning your route. You call unannounced, conduct interviews, and persuade people to participate in the survey. If someone is not home, you try again up to six times. You record your visits with a tablet or laptop in the CBS system. In addition to the interviews, you keep your administration digitally and report your findings. This work is ideal if you enjoy working independently, can plan well, and like to connect with people. You contribute to reliable figures that are important for the Netherlands. Does this appeal to you? Apply now and make a difference!
Apeldoorn
9 - 16
Parttime

Customer Advisor Cadastre

Do you want to work as a customer advisor at the Cadastre? Here you get the chance to grow with excellent guidance. After your training period, you can partly work from home, but you will also be part of the friendliest team in Zwolle! You will receive an attractive gross hourly wage of €18.68, plus various extras. In this role, you have an advisory and supportive function, helping both citizens and companies of the Cadastre as best as possible. You do not work in a standard contact center; here it is all about service, not sales. You will receive internal training for six weeks, so you acquire all the necessary knowledge. With regular evaluations, you discover your development points, so you can start confidently. You will deal with various customer questions, which provides a lot of variety. If customers find something unclear on the website, they call you for help. Eventually, you become an expert in telephony and will also take on other tasks, such as mail processing and handling chat questions. Teamwork makes the dream work! You are never alone. There is a lot of contact with colleagues, both live and online, in an open atmosphere with room for fun. Feedback is important at the Cadastre, so feel free to make suggestions for improvements. This only enhances the quality!
Zwolle
17 - 24
Fulltime

Field Interviewer Heemstede

As a field interviewer in Heemstede, you work independently in your own region. You visit people who have been invited by CBS to participate in a survey. These people often have not yet responded. You ensure that they do participate. You work 16 to 24 hours per week and schedule your own working hours. You have a lot of freedom to organize your work as you wish. On an average workday, you set out with your car. You make unannounced visits to addresses. You conduct conversations and respectfully persuade people to participate in the survey. Sometimes someone is not home. Then you return up to six times. You record your visits and the results digitally. You work a lot independently but can always count on support from your colleagues and supervisor. This job is perfect if you enjoy being on the road and easily make contact with people. You have influence over your own schedule and mostly work in the evenings. You contribute to reliable statistics for the Netherlands. Do you want freedom, variety, and to make a difference for society? Then apply now!
Heemstede
9 - 16
Parttime

Hospitality Worker Flexpool

Are you looking for a flexible and varied job in hospitality? As a hospitality worker in the flexpool, you work in the hospital in Groningen or Haren. You work at different locations, such as the restaurant, dishwashing, or with catering services. You do this flexibly, between 0 and 20 hours per week, determining your own availability. This way, you can easily combine this part-time job with your studies, family, or other activities. No day is the same. One time you help in the staff restaurant, where you serve food and drinks and greet guests kindly. On another day, you are in the dishwashing area ensuring everything is clean again. You can also be deployed for banqueting or catering for events within the hospital. You always ensure a neat, hospitable environment and work closely with colleagues. You are actively engaged, receive much appreciation, and quickly learn new things. This job is perfect for you if you love variety and enjoy working in a team. You help others, make people happy, and work in a dynamic environment. Are you hospitable, flexible, and energetic? Then you fit right into this team! Apply today and make a difference in the healthcare environment.
Groningen
0 - 8
Parttime

Field Interviewer Groningen

Are you looking for a flexible and challenging job? As a field interviewer in Groningen, you work for CBS and visit people at home without an appointment. You convince them to participate in surveys. You work part-time, between 16 and 24 hours a week, and are flexibly deployable. Three evenings a week you work between 17:00 and 21:00, and in addition, you work one part of the day during the day. This makes the position easy to combine with a study or another job. Your day starts with checking your schedule. You get in the car and drive to addresses in Groningen. You ring the doorbell, introduce yourself politely, and explain why you are visiting. Sometimes someone is not home, then you schedule a next visit. You approach people openly and convincingly. You work independently, fill in digital forms, and report via an online system. In this job, you really make a difference. You contribute to reliable national statistics. You have a lot of freedom and responsibility. Does it sound fun to talk to people and work flexibly? Apply quickly and develop yourself as a field interviewer!
Groningen
9 - 16
Parttime

Bicycle Parking Supervisor Ede

Do you want to work in the center of Ede and enjoy being in contact with people? As a supervisor in the bicycle parking, you ensure that everything remains neat and safe. You work 36 hours a week according to a clear schedule. Regularity and fixed working hours are guaranteed in this job. You work one week in the morning and the other week in the afternoon until 6:30 PM. On Friday evening, you work until 9:30 PM and all day on Saturday. Saturday is a fixed working day. Your main task? Supervising the bicycle parking. You ensure that everything runs smoothly and that visitors can park their bikes safely. You also keep the area and toilets clean. You greet visitors and help if there are any questions. You work independently, but you always have contact with visitors. Are you customer-friendly, responsible, and do you speak Dutch well? Then this job is really for you! Apply quickly and become the familiar face of the bicycle parking in Ede.
Ede
33 - 40
Fulltime

Crane Truck Driver ROVA

Are you looking for a challenging job as a Crane Truck Driver in the Zwolle region? As a driver, you are responsible for emptying both underground and above-ground containers. Additionally, you perform crane operations, such as collecting garden bags and cleaning up illegal dumps. You work full-time and have control over your own route. An average workday begins with a brief inspection of your crane truck. Then you head out independently and follow the schedule. You resolve minor vehicle issues yourself and maintain contact with central planning. Safety is paramount, and you keep your administration digitally. Choose this job if you enjoy working outdoors, love freedom and variety. You work with modern equipment, have direct contact with colleagues, and contribute to a clean living environment. Enthusiastic? Apply quickly and become part of this team!
Zwolle
33 - 40
Fulltime

Green Worker Haaksbergen

Are you someone who enjoys being outdoors and wants to contribute to a greener environment? Become a Green Worker in Haaksbergen! You will work 32 to 40 hours a week in the fresh air and see the direct results of your efforts. Enjoy a lot of freedom and a pleasant working atmosphere while contributing to a cleaner and more sustainable living environment. As a Green Worker, you are responsible for the maintenance of public spaces. You start your workday at the location in Haaksbergen, where after a short briefing, you grab your tools and head out with the team. You maintain parks, mow grass, remove weeds, and safely operate equipment such as the brush cutter. You recognize different plants and ensure everything looks neat. Together with your colleagues, you ensure that Haaksbergen looks neat and green. Flexibility with changing weather conditions is important, and working with motor mowers and leaf blowers is part of the job. Are you practically minded and want to learn more about maintaining green spaces? Then this is your chance! Apply now – we look forward to your response!
Haaksbergen
25 - 32
Fulltime

Saturday Employee

Are you an enthusiastic go-getter who enjoys working outdoors? At ROVA Amersfoort, we are looking for someone who wants to make a difference at the waste disposal station on Saturdays. In this role, you are the point of contact for visitors: you help them with the correct separation and disposal of waste, maintain an overview of the site, and actively contribute to a safe, neat, and well-organized location. No day is the same, and you are constantly on the move, together with colleagues who, like you, are eager to roll up their sleeves. You will join a small and close-knit team where collaboration and getting things done are central. The work is physical, and you are outside all day, come rain or shine. Therefore, we are looking for someone who is resilient, enjoys interacting with visitors, and gets energized by an active work environment. Reliability and fixed availability on Saturdays from 9:00 to 16:00 are important, as well as a practical mindset and an eye for order and safety.
Amersfoort
0 - 8
Parttime

Loader Amersfoort

As a loader in Amersfoort, you will go out with the driver to empty waste containers. You work 32 to 40 hours per week in day shifts. It is active work outdoors. You directly contribute to a clean city. Every day is different and you always work together in a team. You start your day at 7:30 AM at the base. Then you ride along with the truck through various neighborhoods. You ensure that the containers on the street are emptied quickly and safely. You work closely with your colleagues and help each other. Between trips, you have brief consultations and drink coffee together. Around 4:00 PM your workday is over and you are often home on time. This job is ideal if you enjoy working outside and want no day to be the same. You get appreciation for what you do and have opportunities for advancement. Want to advance to truck driver? The training is largely paid for you. Apply directly if you are enthusiastic!
Amersfoort
25 - 32
Fulltime

Gardener

Are you someone who enjoys working in greenery and with your hands? Timing Employment Agency offers a great opportunity for you! We are looking for an enthusiastic gardener for 32 to 40 hours per week.
Haaksbergen
25 - 32
Fulltime

Jobs in the public sector at Timing

You might wonder: are public sector jobs always full-time? Many organizations are looking for employees for 36 or 40 hours per week, but there are also plenty of part-time opportunities. On-call jobs, temporary positions, and flexible working hours are common in this sector. Take a look at our vacancies and discover the possibilities.

Ready to work in the public sector?

Curious about the vacancies in the public sector? We'll give you a sneak peek. How about a job as an administrative assistant at a municipality or a customer service representative at a government agency? Or maybe a position as a policy officer, HR advisor, or facility employee suits you better. Check out our offer and apply today!

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