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Technical
Forces

Unlock your potential with Blinkr

Discover the power of data-driven recruitment for technicians and projects

  • Exclusive acces to top-tier job opportunities and skilled professionals

  • Trustworthy partner with a track record of succesful placements, considering both hard and soft skills

  • Commitment to delivering high-quality services for candidates and contractors

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Divisions

Recruitment Across Industries

Blinkr offers specialized services across four key divisions, catering to the unique requirements of each industry sector.

Prefab

Building the Future

Recruitment solutions for prefab projects.

petrochemical
Petrochemical

Fueling Progress

Safe, reliable petrochemical services

renewable
Renewable

Powering Sustainability

Innovative green energy solutions

HVAC
HVAC

Comfort and Efficiency

High-quality heating and ventilation.

What’s it like to be a Special Technical Force

At Blinkr, we value our candidates and always strive to create a great work environment for them. Our technicians come from different backgrounds and experiences, but they all share one thing in common: they love working for Blinkr. Don't take our word for it, hear what they have to say themselves.

Blinkr is there for me, making sure that I have a good time. Their support is fantastic!

Kacper

Concrete carpenter

The recruiters at blinkr helped me to  find a job where I belong and can grow. I feel valued.​​

Wictor

Mechanic solar panels

Accommodations are good, and the salary too. The people at this agency help you with everything.

Tomasz

Insulation fitter

The people at blinkr helped me with all the questions I had. Great agency that helps whenever you need help.

Mihaela

Painter

Reasons to believe

Why choose Blinkr

At Blinkr, we have a proven track record of delivering exceptional results for our clients and candidates. Our unique blend of experience, expertise, and innovation has set us apart from the competition. Here are six reasons why you can trust Blinkr:

International Presence

We speak over four languages fluently and have a strong international presence, making us the ideal partner for clients and candidates alike.

Experience and Expertise

With 17 years of experience in the industry and the backing of Artiflex, a major player in the Dutch staffing market, we bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table.

A Focus on Sustainability

We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and have implemented sustainable practices across our business.

A Personal Touch

We believe in providing a tailored service to each client and candidate. Our team takes the time to get to know you and your needs, ensuring we deliver the best results possible.

Recruitment Power

With our screening process and expanding candidate network, we receive up to 800 applications per week and present only the best candidates.

Powered by Artiflex

A major player in the Dutch temporary employment market, the Artiflex Group consists of several successful brands, including Blinkr. The group is characterized by a strong financial position and a well-organized back office.

Quality and Compliance

Quality and compliance are at the core of our operations, as we are fully compliant with all relevant laws and regulations, maintain high standards in terms of quality and service, and have a dedicated legal department ensuring compliance and minimizing risks.

Building a better future

Whether you’re a candidate looking for your next career opportunity or a contractor looking to build a strong workforce, Blinkr is here to help you achieve your goals and create a better future for you and those around you.

Trusted partner

Hear from our satisfied clients about their experience working with Blinkr's recruitment team.

"Blinkr has been supporting us in recruiting concrete workers for a solid 4 years now. Blinkr knows exactly which people fit well with us and which soft skills are valuable. We know what we need from each other, and Blinkr understands our hands-on mentality."

Roel

Business Manager, MBS Soest

"Blinkr has been helping us for 2-3 years in finding insulation technicians. Currently, we have 2 permanent colleagues working with us. Blinkr arranged the accommodation and transportation for the employees."

Gabor

Foreman, IsoHVAC

"Blinkr takes care of our administrative work. We only need to provide the worked hours of our employees on a weekly basis, and Blinkr handles the rest. This includes all the necessary contracts and certificates, such as the legal documents like the A1 declaration, as well as accommodation and transportation."

Dhr. Balkenende

Business Manager, prefab beton Soest

Expertise at your fingertips

Your go-to resource for industry insights

Our knowledge base is a comprehensive resource for contractors looking to stay ahead of the game and make informed decisions for their business. With a range of topics from HR to industry-specific insights, you can count on Blinkr to be your go-to resource for expertise and knowledge.

Recruiting foreign personnel through social media: here's how to do it!
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Recruiting foreign personnel through social media: here's how to do it!

Discover the game-changing role of social media in foreign worker recruitment. Maximize your reach, engagement, and impact by strategically leveraging popular platforms. Uncover effective techniques and expert insights for a successful recruitment journey.

Social media plays an indispensable role in our society, and we eagerly leverage it in the quest for foreign workers. To find the perfect candidate, you must be present where your target audience is, and that place is undoubtedly social media! It is the ideal platform to bring job vacancies to the attention of potential candidates. Let Blinkr show you how it's done.

Social media recruitment

When recruiting through social media, you utilize various social media channels to attract suitable candidates. We provide you with some practical tips to devise your social media strategy for international recruitment.

1. Establish a presence on online channels

This may sound obvious, but it is crucial to be consistently present on channels where your target audience is active. Showcase your company, your identity, and share your knowledge and experiences with your followers.

2. Enhance visibility on multiple platforms

Share your content and job vacancies across different channels tailored to your target audience. While TikTok has seen significant growth in recent years, and the number of users on Instagram continues to rise, we observe a decline in active Facebook users. Nevertheless, your specific target audience might still be most active on Facebook. So, adapt your content not only to your audience but also consider the platform where you will publish it.

3. Know which social media channels are popular in each country

Social media usage varies significantly across European countries. Therefore, research the country where you intend to place your job vacancy or content.

Apart from well-known platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok, there might be other local social media channels that are popular in specific countries. It's essential to investigate these local platforms and understand which channels align best with your target audience in each specific country.

By thoroughly researching social media usage in each country where you plan to post your job vacancy or content, you can better align your marketing and recruitment strategies, selecting the right channels to convey your message. This will help you create a broader reach and increase engagement with the right audience.

4. Launch campaigns

Once you have implemented the above points effectively, it's time to initiate a content or social media campaign. With a paid campaign, your message reaches even more people, particularly your specific target audience.

Exposure via social media 

When searching for candidates abroad through social media, you not only reach active job seekers but also latent job seekers – those who are not actively seeking employment. Your social media campaign (paid advertisement) catches their attention as well. Consequently, you generate exposure and extend the reach of your job vacancy. This is ideal, as the more people who see your job vacancy, the higher the likelihood of finding your ideal candidate.

Hiring employees from abroad
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Hiring employees from abroad

Do you experience difficulties finding the right employees in the Netherlands? Explore hiring employees from abroad! Blinkr is an expert when it comes to this procedure; from bringing people to the Netherlands to handling all the administrative tasks and housing: we succeed in all.

Due to the tight labor market, it can be quite difficult to find the right employees in the Netherlands. Therefore, it is often worthwhile to extend your target area. You could try to find your new personnel in other European countries. This, however, comes with a fair amount of paperwork and organization. It’s a very time-consuming task, which is why a partnership with Blinkr is highly beneficial. Why? Blinkr is an expert when it comes to these procedures; from bringing people to the Netherlands to handling all the administrative tasks and housing: we succeed in all.

We recruit, select and dispatch candidates for jobs in production, prefabricated concrete, the energy sector, insulation, petrochemicals and HVAC. Simultaneously, we prioritize projects that make a positive impact on the environment and society as a whole.

What makes Blinkr special?

Reliability is at the root of what we do. We put our people first, regardless of whether they are our clients, partners, candidates or colleagues. Our number one priority is our people, so we make sure to provide the very best service. We take full responsibility, take care of everything that needs to be taken care of, and happily share all our knowledge. In other words: we’ve got your back!

Furthermore, we use data-driven recruitment. Our intelligent data system provides us with valuable insights regarding the recruitment of international employees. This system is a network of candidates, vacancies, applications and companies. We compare new recruitment challenges with old challenges to ensure the very best match for your business.

What exactly does Blinkr do?

Skilled workers without the hassle, that is what we stand for. We handle all the details – from recruiting and selecting the best candidates to verifying their paperwork. Once all the documentation is in order, we also arrange transportation to the Netherlands and provide housing. We take care of every detail, from the daily commute to the necessary administration that ensures candidates to work legally in the Netherlands. 

Trustworthy and uncomplicated  

Blinkr is certified under the ISO-9001 quality management standard. We also hold a NEN 4400-1 certification. This emphasizes everything has been thoroughly checked, and devoid of complications. We strive for smooth operations only!

Why partner with Blinkr?

  • We ensure to provide the best service and candidates for your vacancy or project, by using our intelligent data system;
  • No need to worry about transport and housing: we take care of everything;
  • ISO-9001 certified;
  • Holder of the NEN 4400-1 certification.
Data-driven recruitment: the power of Blinkr
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Data-driven recruitment: the power of Blinkr

Explore data-driven recruitment at Blinkr - Efficient, accurate & cost-effective. Learn how we leverage data and algorithms for optimal matches. Enhance your hiring strategy today!

Hiring employees is a complex process, which often involves guessing, intuition and luck. Data-driven recruitment simplifies and streamlines this recruitment process, making it more efficient. In this blog, we take a closer look at what data-driven recruitment is and how BlinkR leverages it.

What is data-driven recruitment?

Data-driven recruitment means making decisions based on knowledge and facts. By utilizing data, the entire recruitment process gets optimized. For instance, by using data from Google Analytics, you can identify which channels bring in the most candidates and attract the highest number of applications. This allows you to utilize these channels strategically and more effectively.

Another great example is mapping out the recruitment funnel. By measuring where and when potential candidates drop off in the process, you can refine your recruitment strategy at those specific points.

Data-driven recruitment not only speeds up the process, but also enhances accuracy and cost-efficiency. The goal of this approach is to find the best possible match by using all available data.

How does Blinkr utilize data-driven recruitment?

We improve and optimize our recruitment processes on a daily basis, by developing and implementing data and algorithms. We operate from a vast database, a network of candidates, vacancies, applications and companies. We compare past recruitment challenges with new ones and use the input for online recruitment campaigns.

Once you submit a vacancy with BlinkR, we analyze and match it within our system. If there is a match with a candidate from our database, we contact them immediately.

Digital recruitment campaigns

Vacancies are written with SEO optimization and promoted through various channels. Approximately 10% of individuals are actively job-seeking, whilst 75% are passively interested. BlinkR runs social media campaigns to reach both groups. By targeting not only the active job seekers but also the vast pool of latent job seekers, the chances of filling the vacancy enhance greatly.

Each needed candidate has certain qualifications, characteristics and traits. The same goes for your company and its vacancies. Based on this information, BlinkR determines the target audience. We then create content that resonates with this audience, combining vacancy-specific requirements with your company’s unique selling points (UPS) and the candidate’s interests.

To ensure a successful recruitment campaign, it is vital to make content visible and to determine how to strategically target different channels. These decisions are based on data analysis and accumulated campaign history.

Smart database

Once the sourcing process is completed, candidates enter our system. This is where the matching process begins. With our intelligent system, we have a clear overview of candidates by region, industry and position. This enables us to make better matches based on soft and hard skills. By combining technology and recruitment, we ensure a streamlined and effective process for both clients and candidates.

4 advantages of a data-driven recruitment strategy

1. Improved quality of hire

A thorough data analysis reveals the motivations of your very best candidates. Who are they? Where did they come from? What characteristics and soft skills do they share? By analyzing data from your top candidates, you gain insights into who to look for in the future and where to find them.

2. Lower costs

By concentrating on essential variables in the process rather than on redundant information, it should lead to improved results and cost savings. A data-driven recruitment strategy reduces costs associated with traditional methods. If certain platforms yield few new quality candidates despite invested time and budget, you can decide to discontinue using them.

3. From gut feeling to objective decisions

As you may know from personal experience, positive gut feelings don't guarantee a candidate's success. Within a data-driven strategy, you use various technologies to select candidates in a structured and substantiated manner. Working with data enables you to operate based on real insights rather than making decisions based on feelings.

4. Enhanced candidate experience

Imagine discovering that certain data indicates candidates often drop out at a specific stage of the recruitment process. There is likely a reason for this. Identifying such data points allows you to create a better experience, preventing candidates from abandoning the process due to difficulties or discomfort. An improved candidate experience leads to more and better-qualified candidates.