Behind the scenes
Field reports from the WAS team

What makes working at WAS so special? Who better to answer that question than our employees themselves! Here you will find honest and personal insights into everyday working life at WAS – straight from our colleagues. Find out first hand what it's like to work for us, what challenges there are and what makes the WAS team so special. Be inspired by their experiences and join our community!

[Translate to English:] Berthold Ratering, WAS employee

Berthold Raterink
Master Electrician

When Berthold Raterink started his training as an electrician at WAS in 1991, the profession of mechatronics engineer did not yet exist. However, the wide range of tasks that are part of the job description of the training occupation introduced in 1998 already existed. Berthold Raterink was the company's first apprentice, later the first mechatronics trainer at WAS, and he trained the first mechatronics engineer in the district of Bentheim. Three milestones that we are proud of as a team. He now applies his knowledge in the work preparation, where he benefits from his expertise in the planning: ‘Thanks to my experience in the company, I recognise the interrelationships and can optimise processes very effectively. But the fact that everything runs smoothly is also due to the fact that we get on well as a team and enjoy working together.’

Richard Wilke
3rd-year mechatronics apprentice

"If you are passionate about vehicles and technology, WAS is the perfect place for you. The combination of vocational school and work is very varied and my tasks have challenged me from the outset. The constant change through the various production areas of the company, but also the opportunity to get a taste of the other companies in the group, ensure that boredom is simply not an option for me.

Sarah Langeborg
HR Specialist, Graduate Industrial Business Manager

"I enjoy going to work every day. That's because of the great atmosphere in the team. I've never felt left alone here at WAS. There was always someone there to help me, answer my questions, take me by the hand. After my training, I was offered the opportunity to further my education to become a personnel officer. Meanwhile, I'm already one of the old hands here and now supervise the trainees when they are assigned to us in the human resources department."

Steffen Bültel
Project manager, graduate Bachelor of Industrial Engineering

"The degree programme at WAS is very varied and full of opportunities. You get to work in a number of different departments, on a range of projects, you can also take a look at other companies and you are given free rein in the training workshop. On top of that, the students are very supportive of each other, which makes it easy to get started. But what I find most exciting is the fact that I am now designing products that will save lives. It's impressive to see the technical innovations that are built into the products here and constantly being improved. I would choose WAS again in a heartbeat."

Would you like to get to know us?
Then apply today for your new dream job!

With us, you can become part of a large and strong community. And in doing so, you can play your part in making the world a better place. You'll also be rewarded with many extras. WAS needs your skills and enthusiasm. We offer you the opportunity to work on challenging and varied projects that make a real difference. Because our talents and yours make the difference and help rescue workers all over the world!

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Questions?
Then get in touch with Sarah or Jasmin directly!

You can contact Sarah and Jasmin at any time if you have any questions or concerns and to discuss the necessary documents. Sarah is the personnel officer responsible for the applications of the skilled workers. And Jasmin is available to answer any questions that our apprentices may have. Together with Sarah and Jasmin, we want to ensure that your start with us goes smoothly and that you receive the best possible support.