"A job close to home and a positive atmosphere in the team, that's what everyone wants!"

• What do you like most about your job as a technical operator?

Solving technical faults appeals to me the most. I am trained as an electrician, so that certainly helps me, but I learned most of the skills on the job here. I have to admit that I was quite impressed by “the anciens” when I started here as a newbie. Some colleagues have been working here for more than 20 or 30 years. And now, after three years, I have experienced how great it is to work with them. I can learn so much from them, and they are happy to help you get started in the hall. Being able to learn from them in practice and in that way grow as an operator, I find that very pleasant.

• Do you feel at home here at Aurubis Olen?

Wholeheartedly yes! I work in a very cool team with a true mix of generations. We work in a shift system with early, late and weekends. And if you have to work for a weekend that doesn’t suit you, there is always a colleague willing to change. Before corona we went for drinks together after work, so I'm looking forward to doing that again in the summer.

• What appeals to you most about Aurubis Olen?

The growth opportunities. I started here as a third operator. That is a kind of basic package of tasks, so to speak. And then you get the chance to learn extra tasks and grow to second operator. Extensive internal training is provided for this. I myself am now the second operator. And now I have the opportunity to grow even further to become the first operator. Personally, I really enjoy learning every day, and gradually continue to grow in the job. It makes it varied and exciting.

• If you could change one thing at work, what would it be?

The bicycle shed could be a bit bigger. Now that the weather is getting better and warmer, more and more colleagues come by bike and sometimes it's a matter of looking for a free spot. I also lease a racing bike through work, which is also a nice bonus. And judging by the crowds in the bicycle shed, I'm clearly not the only one!

• Where do you see yourself in ten years?

Within ten years I would like to be the first operator. Maybe a bigger challenge will come my way here, who knows. There are many opportunities within Aurubis to grow or move on to another job. You don't have that in many places and I think that's very nice.

• Your department is looking for additional colleagues. What advice would you give to people considering applying for Aurubis?

Certainly do! Anyway, it's worth listening to and then you can see if it's for you or not. There is a pleasant working atmosphere. And you immediately have a permanent contract at start-up with a good salary plus shift bonuses and other bonuses, which are great advantages these days. Aurubis is also really good for its employees, with initiatives such as a treat with Belgian fries to celebrate good safety figures or ice cream on a hot summer day. I personally reckon those things are a nice motivator and it gives a different turn to the working day.

We are still looking for additional colleagues for our electrolysis department ! Will you become one of Michiel's new colleagues? 

• Apply quickly and easily online. We would be happy to receive you for tests and an introductory meeting. We look forward to seeing you soon!