Some collaborations simply require more time. And sometimes that time proves exactly why it is worth the wait. At the beginning of 2026, we at TailorMinds will welcome \u00c9duan as a Project Engineer! A recap and a preview.<\/p>\n
Our first encounter with \u00c9duan dates back to 2023. It quickly became clear that he has broad and versatile experience in project engineering in the pharmaceutical industry. His technical knowledge, combined with his pragmatic approach and engineering experience, made him an interesting professional for TailorMinds from the outset. However, finding the right match \u2013 both in terms of project and timing \u2013 proved to be no easy task.<\/p>\n
After several interviews, in September 2025, we finally found the one opportunity that perfectly matched \u00c9duan’s profile and ambitions. Not long after, an interview took place with one of our clients. It quickly became clear that this was the right candidate. After almost two years of waiting, there was ‘finally’ a concrete opportunity to take a new step in The Netherlands.<\/p>\n
The contracts were signed and almost immediately we submitted the application for the highly skilled migrant visa to the Dutch immigration service (IND). To our delight, we received approval within a week. This allowed \u00c9duan to report to the Dutch consulate in Cape Town for his entry visa (MVV). Although the first available appointment seemed to be in February, \u00c9duan managed to find an opening quickly and arrange everything the very next day. A great result, and for TailorMinds even a \u2018record\u2019 for the fastest MVV procedure to date: arranged within two weeks.<\/p>\n
At the moment, the biggest challenge is finding suitable accommodation. Several viewings have been done and planned. We expect everything to fall into place around February, so that \u00c9duan can start his Dutch adventure on a solid foundation.<\/p>\n
We are very much looking forward to officially welcoming \u00c9duan to TailorMinds in early 2026 and working together on exciting projects for our client in the pharmaceutical industry. Welcome, \u00c9duan\u2014we are happy for you that the moment has arrived.<\/p>\n