Welcome at Actief Group

One of the leading independent staffing companies in Europe

Actief Group is one of the largest independent staffing agencies in the Benelux, Germany, Austria, and Denmark. Founded in Belgium in 1988, Actief specifically targets small and medium-sized enterprises with a clear local and personal approach. The company serves as the professional link between supply and demand in the labor market, offering companies optimal and flexible assistance in their search for personnel.

We are Actief

We help people and companies grow in a sustainable way.

Daily temporary workers

More than 20 000 temporary workers placed on a daily basis.

Countries

Strong presence in five European countries.

Branches

Strong network of local branches.

Employees

Dedicated employees, happy to support customers and temporary workers.

Our commitment to sustainability

We believe that as an organisation we should do our part to make the world a better place by being socially responsible.

Actief Group is committed to create a positive change for organizations and people in the labor market, with the main impact on society being in the areas of people and the labor market.

We aim to be the employment provider of choice to the broadest group possible, guided by a vision that aims to drive sustainable employment for all.

Received the highest recognition within the PSO (Prestatieladder Socialer Ondernemen) framework, recognizing a substantial positive impact on the labor participation of vulnerable groups. For instance, Actief assisted over 1,000 people with a refugee background in finding employment.

Focus on creating the best possible work environment and obtained multiple times the "Employer of the Year" award in Belgium as well as "Great Place to Work"™ in the Netherlands.

Continuous initiatives to optimize carbon footprint in all countries.

We are a company of people. Numbers are nothing more than the result of their dedication.

Why you want to work with us

Distinct local-for-local approach focusing on the SME segment.
What we believe in:

A network of local branches
We establish deep local roots and strive to stay close to our customers.

People make the difference
We build strong relationships and combine technology with the human touch.

Fast and personalized service
We strive to know our customers intimately in order to fill vacancies rapidly.

Empowered people
We see our branches as entrepreneurial units and give them responsibility and autonomy.

Discover our history

Started on a small scale in 1988 in Limburg, Belgium, we have since grown into one of the leading companies in the staffing sector in Europe.
Over the years we have already achieved great milestones.

1988
  • Founded by Raymond Maesen.
  • In Limburg, Belgium.
1995
  • We started growing!
2000
  • Mark Maesen becomes CEO.
2002
  • Expansion in construction industry.
  • Start of Actief Construct in Belgium.
2004
  • Expansion in service vouchers.
  • Start of Actief Dienstencheques/Titres-Services in Belgium.
2007
  • MBO led by KBC, Indufin & Mark Maesen.
2011
  • MBO led by Gilde Equity Management & management.
2012-2013
  • Gaining national coverage in Belgium.
2014
  • Acquisition in the Netherlands.
  • TIP Personeeldiensten is now Actief Werkt!
2015
  • Acquisition in Germany.
  • ISU Group becomes Actief Personal Management.
2017
  • Expansion in Germany.
  • Timecraft & AB Zeitpersonal become Actief Personal Management.
2018
  • Acquisition in Austria.
  • Jobmade becomes Actief Jobmade.
2019
  • Prima Personeel becomes Actief Techniek after acquisition.
  • Expansion in the Netherlands.
2019
  • Actief Belgium nominated for 'Company of the Year'.
2021
  • Actief Belgium is embarking on a sustainability programme.
2022
  • Acquisition in Denmark.
  • Hartmanss becomes Actief Hartmanss.
2024
  • Actief Werkt! achieved 3rd place Best Place To Work.

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