Work Planner/Supervisor Cultural/Civil Engineering

Are you the linchpin in the preparation of challenging projects? Health that all the work is arranged down to the last detail in advance? But do you also like to be on site with your feet in the mud? Then we are looking for you within our Banks and Dredging cluster!

Location

Groningen

Number of hours

32-36 hours per week

Salary

Scale 9, Minimum 3768, Maximum 5033

Interested?

You can respond until Monday, February 2, 2026.

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Are you going to do this?

As a work planner and supervisor, you and your colleagues lay the foundation for the successful implementation of the project. From defining the scope of the project and arranging studies and permits to the start of the work: you ensure that everything is prepared down to the last detail. And yes, you occasionally visit the site yourself—because supervision is part of the job. Our projects are diverse: from repairing banks to dredging, spread across the entire area. One moment you're in the heart of Appingedam, the next you're in a meadow near Pieterburen.

Take the Startenhuizermaar, for example: due to a thick layer of silt, the water no longer flows and the bank has subsided. Within six months, dredging must be carried out and new revetment installed. You draw up the work plan, including an overview drawing and schedule. You also arrange for studies such as a waterbed survey, flora and fauna scan, and profile measurements. This allows you to determine how much silt there is, what its quality is, and what dimensions the revetment should have. Can the dredged material be processed on the meadow or does it need to be removed? And who will maintain the revetment: us or the landowner? You will find out, check the policy, and call in colleagues where necessary. In short: you are the director of the preparation and supervision!

This and much more is part of this enjoyable job:

  • Checking RAW specifications and drawing up sub-assignments within a RAW Framework Agreement (open item specifications) or drawing up work descriptions;
  • Creating overview drawings in AutoCAD;
  • Working with geographic data in ArcGIS (or willingness to learn) for conducting area analyses;
  • Preparing, requesting, and supervising various studies (such as surveying, ecological scanning, waterbed research, and checking calculations);
  • Processing research data into a work description and drawing up subprojects;
  • Preparing the permit application for the construction of bank structures;
  • Overseeing the internal process from realization to processing data in the management register of the Noorderzijlvest Water Authority after completion of the work;
  • You are responsible for safety issues in design and implementation for the Noorderzijlvest Water Authority.

This is what we ask of you

As a work planner/supervisor, you are someone who enjoys working with others and knows how to bring people together to achieve the best results. Taking initiative comes easily to you: you see opportunities and seize them before anyone asks. Working in a busy environment where no two days are the same gives you energy. You remain focused and flexible, even when the situation changes unexpectedly.

In addition, you have:

  • A vocational education (MBO+) or higher professional education (HBO) program in civil engineering and civil engineering.
  • Familiarity with CAD software for reading, modifying, and creating technical drawings.
  • Basic knowledge of other relevant software and digital tools such as ArcGIS Pro is an advantage.
  • Familiarity with RAW specifications.
  • Experience with preparatory and supervisory work on technical projects and/or programs.

This is what we offer you

  • A job in a social field.
  • A temporary employment contract that can be converted to a permanent contract if the employee proves to be suitable.
  • A salary of up to €5,033 gross per month (scale 9) for a 36-hour working week. The exact amount will be determined based on your knowledge and experience.
  • On top of your gross salary, you will receive a 21% Individual Choice Budget (IKB). You can have this paid out or use it in another way, for example to purchase extra leave.
  • A pension plan with the ABP pension fund.
  • Achieving a good work-life balance with our remote working options.
  • A personal budget of €6,000 (€12,000 for those under 35) for training courses and reimbursement of travel expenses for commuting or a home working allowance.
  • Your place of work is Groningen. Our office is easily accessible by bicycle, public transport, or your own car.

Where will you be working?          
As a work planner/supervisor, you will be part of the Planning and Projects team within the Water Systems and Water Quality process. This team consists of approximately 50 employees. This team carries out all projects from our investment budget. This includes projects in the areas of water safety (including a number of projects from the Flood Protection Program (HWBP)), Water Systems and the Wastewater Chain.  

Are you interested?

Are you enthusiastic and do you have the required qualities? Send us your motivation letter and CV via the application button. We would like to receive your letter by January 29, 2026 at the latest. Interviews will take place on Monday, February 2, 2026.

  • For additional information about this vacancy, please contact the Planning and Projects team manager, Herman Posthumus, by telephone. You can reach him at: 0622195603.
  • If you come to work for us, you must submit a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG).

Your future department and organisation

About the Noorderzijlvest Water Authority

The Noorderzijlvest Water Authority is located in a unique area where land subsidence caused by natural gas extraction and earthquakes significantly affects water management. The consequences of these developments, as well as climate change, are affecting the (waste) water system. Rising sea levels, more frequent and longer periods of heavy rain, interspersed with prolonged drought, but also challenges in the field of sustainability and new (problematic) substances: these are problems that require robust solutions. We want our (waste)water system to function as naturally as possible and to be climate-proof, resilient, and healthy in the long term. This requires us to take appropriate and affordable measures in a society that wants to discuss and influence these issues.

To water authority manage the challenges facing our water authority , we are implementing organisation measures to improve our ability to work in a forward-looking and integrated manner. We believe this will provide a solid foundation for strategic thinking, enabling us to translate our plans into our daily work and carry out our tasks as efficiently as possible. This is becoming increasingly important in a changing society that demands a lot from us.

Questions about the procedure for this vacancy?

Please contact Eilana Maring, Recruitment and Selection Advisor, at 050 304 89 11 or werven@noorderzijlvest.nl.

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