This is our course

One port. Two countries. A world of opportunities. Our culture? Built on respect, connection and innovation. Your ideas count, your growth is fuel. That’s how our community stays strong and future-forward.

Respect

Here you can be yourself. We’re more than a workplace – we’re a safe and welcoming home port. With openness, trust and appreciation, everyone gets the chance to grow, shine and be supported.

Community building

Collaborating is our standard. We share, learn, back each other up and aim for positive impact – for the organisation, the team and ourselves. Growth and development are things we do every day.

Future-proof

With clients and partners we build smart, sustainable solutions. Agile, bold and team-driven. We create value today with our eyes steadfast on tomorrow’s horizon.

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Dutch terms and conditions of employment

Our terms vary by country, you can blame local laws for that. Comparing them one-to-one is tricky. But here’s the thing: whichever side you’ll land, you receive a great deal with incredible benefits.

  • Our pay scales match the market, and are often better. So rest assured, you’re covered here. Check the tables and chart your course for growth.

  • You’ll get 180 hours of holiday leave plus 204 hours extra worktime off (ATV). Add holiday pay and a 13th month, and you’ve got the time and money to really enjoy life outside work.

  • Whether you work from home or at the office, we cover it. With a home-working allowance and travel reimbursement, your efforts are always fairly rewarded.

  • To support sustainable living and working, you receive €1,500 net every three years. Spend it on sport, insulation or solar panels. Good for you, great for the future.

  • We make sure you’re looked after later on, with an ABP pension and the option of collective health and other additional insurance.

    A picture of an engineer on the docks in the Ghent section of the port, holding a safety helmet in his hand.

  • Work evenings or weekends? You’ll get a nice bonus. Your flexibility counts, and we value it.

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Belgian terms and conditions of employment

Our employment terms differ per country. Laws aren’t the same everywhere, so you can’t always compare directly. The good news? You’ll always get fair and very attractive conditions.

  • A strong wage to start, plus extra perks stacked on top. Your gross pay? Looks good on paper and even better in practice.

  • In addition to 20 statutory days, you get 18 company holidays and 5 extra public holidays. Plus a 13th month and meal, eco, sports, culture and gift vouchers. 

  • We help you move. Everyone gets a bike lease budget. In scale 6 or above? Then you can add a company car to your package. You choose how you travel.

  • Travelling by bike or public transport? We chip in with an allowance. Greener commuting, happier wallet.

  • For your desk and internet at home, you get a monthly allowance. So you can stay comfy and productive wherever you work.

  • We contribute at least 5.25% towards your pension. In addition, you receive free hospitalisation insurance and income protection in case of long-term illness.

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Course and compass

Since merging in 2018, we’ve stayed on a clear path that delivers. With partners and #wavemakers we create a port that’s both economically strong and socially valuable

What is North Sea Port

From a rich past to an exciting, energy-driven future; our port brings together people, places, and opportunities. Dive in and discover what makes North Sea Port tick.

Working at North Sea Port

We never stand still, always working to strengthen the region and keep it safe. We connect, challenge and innovate. And we do it with our top team of #wavemakers

Become a #wavemaker

All aboard! Questions, ideas, curious about what’s possible? Drop us a line, plan a meeting or dive straight into our vacancies (Dutch only).

Check our vacancies (Dutch only)