Profile information
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Travel information
I am currently
Travelling
My next destination:
Greece - from Sep 2026 until Dec 2026 View all -
Description
I feel most at home outdoors, learning new things and working alongside good people. I enjoy practical work where I can see the results at the end of the day, whether that means building, gardening or simply helping wherever I am needed.
I would describe myself as easy-going, reliable and curious. I enjoy simple living, nature, hiking, cycling, paragliding and spending time outside. I do not need much to be happy—a good conversation, a shared meal, learning a new skill or a day spent outdoors is usually enough.
One of the reasons I travel is to learn. I am especially interested in construction, woodworking, biodiversity, gardening, self-sufficiency, languages and different cultures. I believe everyone has something to teach, and there is always something new to learn. -
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
Spanish: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
This workawayer has indicated that they would be interested in sharing their language(s) or learning a new language. You can contact them directly to discuss this. -
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Charity Work
Art Projects
Eco Projects
Being an elderly companion
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Hospitality/Tourism
House & pet sitting
Some knowledge of:
Languages
Teaching
Light gardening
Animal Care
Life at a Farmstay
Light maintenance
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Able to teach about:
Creative DIY projects
Helping around the house
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More details about your skills
I am a qualified bricklayer with several years of professional experience in construction and renovation. I enjoy practical work and am happy to help with building projects, repairs, woodworking, painting, maintenance and general DIY tasks. I also have experience operating excavators and other construction machinery.
As a social educator, I have developed strong communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills. I enjoy working with people of all ages and backgrounds and am comfortable taking responsibility when needed.
I also work as an all-rounder at a campsite, where I help with maintenance, gardening, landscaping, small construction projects and keeping the facilities in good condition. This has made me flexible, adaptable and confident in tackling a wide variety of practical tasks. -
Age
29
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What else ...
Additional qualifications
* Full range of driving licences up to and including trucks: A, B, BE, C, CE, D1 and D1E (motorcycles, cars, trailers, trucks and minibuses)
* Licensed to operate medium-sized motorboats
* Qualified social educator
* Quick learner who enjoys developing new practical skills and taking on new challenges -
Some more information
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Smoker
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Driver's licence
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Allergies
No -
Special dietary requirements
No
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Feedback
Marijn demonstrated to be quite autonomous with assigned tasks and yet very social. Even tho we had just few days together, the boost provided in the project was … read more
We had many interesting conversations, and he took the time to show me the surrounding area and introduce me to local life. He also shared delicious local food with me, and I was … read more
He was an enormous help from the very first day. As a professional mason, he immediately started working with cement and contributed far more than we could have expected. He worked with great skill, responsibility and dedication, sometimes even … read more
From the beginning, they trusted me with meaningful work and gave me a lot of freedom to organise my tasks in my own way. I really appreciated that my work was valued and that they had confidence in my skills.
I stayed in a lovely little wooden cabin with my own small outdoor area, which … read more
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Marijn demonstrated to be quite autonomous with assigned tasks and yet very social. Even tho we had just few days together, the boost provided in the project was … read more
We had many interesting conversations, and he took the time to show me the surrounding area and introduce me to local life. He also shared delicious local food with me, and I was … read more
He was an enormous help from the very first day. As a professional mason, he immediately started working with cement and contributed far more than we could have expected. He worked with great skill, responsibility and dedication, sometimes even … read more
From the beginning, they trusted me with meaningful work and gave me a lot of freedom to organise my tasks in my own way. I really appreciated that my work was valued and that they had confidence in my skills.
I stayed in a lovely little wooden cabin with my own small outdoor area, which … read more