Information – 2026

We would like to welcome you to the Netherlands! The Netherlands is known for its windmills, tulips (and other colorful bulb fields), dikes, clogs, and cheese. In short, a beautiful country with a rich culture.

We would also like to tell you more about FHS!

In recent years our company has expanded considerably. Currently we own several companies through which we serve the Dutch market for motivated and flexible employees. Flexible Human Services (FHS) is the largest of our brands and employs people working in various industries such as agriculture, food industry, logistics, manufacturing and technique. As a result, there is something for everyone. If you join us, you will most likely come to live and work in the West of the Netherlands. This is the part of the Netherlands that is close to the coast, where most people live and where the most famous cities of the Netherlands are located.

We offer you the 7 certainties of FHS:

Minimum of 36 hours per week, guaranteed.

With hourly wages ranging from €14.99 to €19.00.

Free transport to work

Permanent contract

Beneficial
Health Insurance

Certified accommodation

Free social guidance

Talent Academy

1. Minimum of 36 hours, guaranteed!

We guarantee to pay salary for a minimum of 36 hours per week. This means that if we cannot offer work, you will still be paid for 36 hours! This is based on an average over a period of 4 weeks.

However, there are some conditions that apply:

• If you refuse offered work, the guarantee lapses for that period
• The guarantee is based on a guaranteed minimum hourly rate from FHS (see hourly wage table)

Hourly wages (effective July 1, 2026)

The salary depends on the type of work you do and the company you work for. All of our clients must comply with the Collective Labor Agreement(CAO). Regardless of what theCAOof a particular client states, we guarantee the minimum hourly wage listed in the table, even if this is higher than the wage specified in the CAO.

You can receive an additional salary on top of the gross hourly wages shown in the table to match the CAO required hourly wage. If you are recruited for a specific position, we will include the CAO specific gross hourly wage in the job posting, otherwise we guarantee that the wage will never be lower than in what the table shows. Overtime is paid extra and each CAO has different overtime rates. Normally this varies between the spoken of 25%-100% on top of your hourly wage.

New CAO: Equal pay for temporary workers

New rules for temporary workers in the Netherlands will apply from 2026. These changes are part of the revisedCAO are intended to ensure that temporary workers receive terms of employment that are equivalent to those of permanent employees at the company where they work.

What does this mean for you?

• Your total package of employment conditions must have the same value as that of permanent employees, even though the individual components may differ.
• If certain benefits cannot be offered directly (e.g., specific fringe benefits), they will be compensated financially.

The aim is to ensure equal treatment and to ensure that temporary workers are not disadvantaged compared to permanent employees. This applies to matters such as:

• Salary
• Surcharges
• Vacation days
• Other terms and conditions of employment

Salary Payment

As an employee in Phase A, you will receive a weekly advance payment and a full salary payment once every four weeks. This ensures that you receive part of your salary sooner, while the full payment is made periodically.

How does it work?

• Advance payment during Phase A
  Every week you receive an advance on your salary:
  • Using your BSN: hours worked × €11.00 net = advance payment
  • Without a BSN: hours worked × €8.00 net = advance payment
• The advance payment applies to: hours worked and public holidays.
• Not included: illness, vacation days, waiting days, no-shows, etc.
• The advance payment will be transferred on Friday in the week after you have worked.

4-weekly salary payment

• Your full salary is paid once every 4 weeks on Friday.
• This payment covers any previous advance payments and any associated costs (such as ZEM)
• Please note that banks sometimes require additional processing time, which may delay the visibility of the amount.

Example of payments

Additional information

• Did you work for FHS more than 6 months ago?
  Then you will start again in Phase A and receive weekly advances again.
• Phase B and Phase C
  During these phases, your salary will be paid every four weeks and you will no longer receive advances.

What is an advance payment?
An advance payment is a partial payment of your salary before the official payday. This allows you to cover your expenses while you wait for the full payment. With the 4-weekly salary payment, all advance payments are settled.

What is Phase A?
Phase A is the first phase for temporary workers and lasts for 52 weeks of work. During this period, you can have multiple short-term contracts. After Phase A, you move on to Phase B.

2. Free transport to work

If you choose to arrange your accommodation through FHS, our partner Flexwonen.nu will take care of this. They are also responsible for the bicycles and vehicles. This is arranged as follows:

Bicycle
If Flexwonen.nu has arranged housing for you, you will receive a bicycle. Before you come to our office, check whether the navigation option on your phone is active. Do you live up to 10km from your work, you go to work on a traditional bicycle. Do you live between >10-15km from work? Then you go on the electric bike from FHS. There is a €150 deposit for the electric bike. Above 15 km you go to work by car. You can also use the FHS bikes on a daily basis to go shopping or explore the area. The use of the bicycle is free of charge.

Car
Flexible Human Services also has cars available for commuting. The fleet consists of, for example, Transporter vans for a maximum of 9 people or Volkswagen Up’s for a maximum of 4 people. One of your colleagues (or perhaps yourself) with a driving license drives this car and picks up other people to take you to work. The driver receives a compensation for this, depending on the distance and the number of people in the car. The use of the car is free, the FHS cars may not be used for private matters, such as a visit to the supermarket.

3. Permanent contract

Some employment agencies in the Netherlands tend to terminate the contract with their temporary workers after six months or, at the latest, after two years. They do this because otherwise they would incur higher costs. We do NOT do this! We retain good employees and are happy to extend your contract. The client is happy to pay a little extra for a good employee. We are happy to offer you a permanent contract after 52 weeks of work! This is provided there is satisfaction from both sides.

4. Most beneficial health insurance

In the Netherlands, it is mandatory to have basic health insurance. Everyone is free to take out their own health insurance. However, we have a collective agreement specifically for our employees with the health insurer “Zorg & Zekerheid” (ZEM). This insurance costs EUR 5.41 per day and is the most affordable insurance in the Netherlands.
If you decide not to participate in our group offer, we need confirmation from you that you have valid Dutch health insurance before you can start working.

If you take out health insurance through FHS, you will benefit from extra advantages thanks to additional FHS insurance policies:

1. Coverage of the eigen risico of the health insurance (If you have to go to the hospital, it saves you €385 euros)
2. Repatriation to the home country in case of death
3. Reimbursement for emergency dental care
4. Work-related physiotherapy
5. Applying for healthcare allowance for you – free of charge!

Flexible Human Services Employees Association
Our employees have founded an employees association that you can join. Anyone who works at FHS can become a member.

Membership of the employees association costs EUR 0.15 per day (EUR 1.05 per week) and is mandatory if you have health insurance through the Zorg & Zekerheid group deal. The PV organises events and various gifts for employees.

5. Certified housing

If you choose to have accommodation through us, it will be provided by our partner Flexwonen.nu.

Accommodation Accommodation costs are a maximum of 147.00 EUR per week*. This is offered by our partner Flexwonen.nu. Click here for more information about Flexwonen.nu

Each bedroom sleeps two people and is furnished with two beds, a closet, and two chairs. The common living room features a sofa and a television. Additional amenities are available. Depending on the location, residents have access to a (shared) kitchen and a (shared) bathroom. All our locations have Wi-Fi so you can stay in touch with your family. The notice period for the housing agreement is 4 weeks.

*Two housing locations have a higher price of €160 per week. This applies to Stek 4 and Conservenweg in Roelofarendsveen.

Housing
Flexwonen.nu rents out and manages various housing locations that are certified according to SNF standards. SNF (Stichting Normering Flexwonen) is the independent foundation that stands for good and safe housing for migrant workers in the Netherlands. The SNF quality mark sets the standard in terms of space, privacy, sanitation, safety, and hygiene.

Deposit
There is a €150 deposit for the housing. You can pay the deposit using the invoice you will receive from Flexwonen.nu via email.

The deposit is as follows:

€150

+

€300

If you leave Flexwonen.nu and leave everything in good condition, you will receive a full refund of your security deposit into your bank account.

Invoice
You must pay the accommodation fees via invoice. Invoices are sent out weekly.

Washing and drying clothes
At some of the Flexwonen.nu accommodations, there are costs associated with using the washing machine and dryer. These are small amounts and include detergent. Payment is made through an easy online application with clear instructions.

6. Free Social Guidance

We have a social guidance team for all our employees. They are available 24 hours a day to assist you when you need urgent medical help. During office hours, you can make appointments for their assistance. If desired, they can translate during conversations with doctors and can take you to appointments if they have time. We do this as an extra service for you and do not charge anything for it.

7. Talent Academy

We encourage talent to grow, which is why we arrange and pay for various courses and training programs for our employees, including Dutch and English language courses, forklift and EPT courses. We hope to become stronger together! We will help you grow!

Costs

If you choose accommodation and/or health insurance through FHS you FHS see the costs listed below. Health insurance premiums will be deducted from your salary, and you will receive an invoice for the accommodation costs.

*Two housing locations have a higher price of €160 per week. This applies to Stek 4 and Conservenweg in Roelofarendsveen

What to bring

To comply with Dutch legislation and our terms, you must have the following when you come to work for us in the Netherlands:

Valid passport or identity card (ID). This document must be valid for at least 3 months upon arrival in the Netherlands. It must not be broken or torn.

 
Bank account in your name. We are prohibited from paying our employees in cash. We are also not allowed to transfer your salary to someone else's bank account. We need confirmation that the bank account you use to receive your salary is your property. All European bank accounts are allowed, and thanks to SEPA, it does not take extra time to transfer the money.

Transportation to the Netherlands, you must pay your own travel expenses to the Netherlands. You arrange the transport to the Netherlands yourself, or it is arranged by the recruitment agency in your home country.

You will receive a "Welcome Bag." This bag contains the following items: a rain suit, safety lights for your bicycle, and safety shoes in your size. This is free, unless you quit working within 8 weeks. In that case, we will charge 20 euros for it.

Money to pay for groceries. The first advance payment will be transferred on Friday of the week after you have worked. During that period, you must be able to pay for your groceries and other daily expenses.

So bring enough money to last you a few weeks.

Medication for the first 3 months in case of chronic illnesses. In the Netherlands, an assessment by a GP is required before you can get medication, which takes time. If you need help making an appointment with the GP, please notify Social Guidance in a timely manner.

If you have the following items, please bring them with you.

BSN Number (Document)

Valid driver's license

Certificates (e.g., forklift driver)

Are you going to work in food production? Then keep in mind that the following things are prohibited on the shop floor, due to safety and hygiene regulations. If you do not comply with these rules, you will be sent back home by the client:

1. False eyelashes;
2. Visible make-up;
3. Nail polish (gel or hybrid nails are not allowed, etc.);
4. Jewelry and piercings.

When you come to work for us, we would like to welcome you to our head office in Noordwijkerhout in the Netherlands. When you arrive, the Human Resources department will welcome you. We also have a few small snacks available and of course a cup of coffee and tea. The HR department will check your documents (identification and bank details), offer you your contract and explain things. You sign your contract upon arrival. Please ensure that you plan your arrival so that you arrive between the following hours:

Information about the Netherlands

Some rules in the Netherlands are different from those in other European countries. We would like to inform you about these differences.

Pregnancy
In the Netherlands, you must work until 6 weeks before delivery. If you are ill, Dutch law requires our company to ensure that you can work for as long as possible. If you can no longer do your own work? Then you will be reported to the company doctor, who will indicate what work you can still do. We will arrange this work for you and you will perform it until you go on maternity leave. After the delivery you have 10 weeks of maternity leave. In total you get 16 weeks (paid) maternity leave. After these 16 weeks you have to go back to work. See also our extensive article about pregnancy in the Netherlands on our website.

Car
In the Netherlands, we have 2 types of car taxes: MRB (Motor Vehicle Tax) and BPM (Tax on passenger cars and motorcycles). These taxes may also apply to foreigners with foreign cars. This depends on where your “main” residence is located. This can be in your home country or in the Netherlands. It is up to you to demonstrate (if requested by the tax authorities or the police) where your “main” residence is. It also depends on how long you stay in the Netherlands with your car with a foreign license plate whether you have to pay tax or not.

Main residence outside the Netherlands:
MRB: Exemption for 6 months. After having resided in the Netherlands for 6 months, you are required to pay MRB to the Dutch tax authorities.
BPM: Exemption forever.

Main residence in the Netherlands:
Road tax: You must pay from the moment you have arranged your own home in the Netherlands, or are registered in the GBA/BRP (Government Basic Administration). The amount depends on the weight and fuel type of your car. The older, larger, and more polluting your car is, the more you often pay.

BPM: You must pay this tax when you have arranged your own accommodation, or you are registered in the GBA/BRP (Municipal Personal Records Database) with the municipality. The amount depends on the new price of the car and the age of the car.

You must inform the tax authorities yourself whether you have to pay tax or not. If you do not, you run the risk of being caught during a check by the police/tax authorities. You must then pay the tax, including a penalty of 50% to 100%. These amounts can be very high. So, pay close attention to whether you have to pay tax for your car or not.

No rights can be derived from the text above.

Always consult the website of the Dutch Tax Administration for the most up-to-date information.

On this page you will find documents in various languages regarding taxes for vehicles with foreign license plates.

Fair Recruitment Code (ABU)

Flexible Human Service is affiliated with the ABU sector organization. The ABU represents flexible workers and employment agencies in the Netherlands. The ABU has drawn up a Fair Recruitment Code (FRC) that stands for a transparent and fair recruitment process. We support this and are happy to inform you about the topics that are addressed in the FRC. Click here for an ABU video about working in the Netherlands.

Contract
The ABU provides information for you as a temporary worker and has created a number of clear videos about important matters regarding working in the Netherlands. Click here for example, for an explanation about your contract; the temporary employment contract.

Registration
Upon arrival in the Netherlands, you have two options for registration: registration as a non-resident (RNI) or registration as a resident in the GBA/BRP of the municipality. If you stay in the Netherlands for less than 4 months, you must register in the RNI; if you stay longer, you register in the GBA/BRP. Click here to watch an ABU video about how to register in the Netherlands.
Please note: Flexible Human Services will schedule an appointment for RNI registration in consultation with you.

Salary
In the Netherlands, you will always receive the hourly wage agreed upon in the CAO of a specific company or industry. Regardless of what the "CAO" of a particular client states, we guarantee the minimum hourly wage as shown in the table above, even if this is higher than the wage stated in the CAO. Click here for an ABU video about salary.

General / Other

• You can be held liable for damage if you intentionally or through gross negligence cause damage to the employer or the landlord. The maximum compensation is then the actual costs for repairing the damaged object.
• Click here to read the full Fair Recruitment Code.

Do you have any questions or comments?

You can ask our recruitment team, they are happy to help you!