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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]This time, our colleague Gerwin Bouwhuis talks about his hobby and his contracting business, which he quit a year ago. He decided to work full-time as a service technician at SVgroup. Nevertheless, besides his work, Gerwin has always kept up with odd jobs in contracting and regularly jumps on the tractor or crane. He talks about the decision, his love for the trade and the close bond with his parents and family.<\/p>\n

From an early age<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Gerwin was born and raised in den Ham, where he lives with his wife, three children and his parents. He took over from his father and continued the contracting business. Gerwin was working day and night and had a loyal clientele where he carried out work. The lack of staff eventually made Gerwin decide to quit the contracting business. ‘I was making very long days just to get everything done. If that is for three weeks, it is manageable but if it is forever it becomes a different story,’ Gerwin explains. Gerwin took the decision to quit his business in three days. ‘We sold some machines right then, but we also bought back new ones. For example, a new crane,’ says Gerwin. He continues: ‘I always really liked doing the crane work, I just liked it! So this is something I can continue to do a bit on the side this way.’<\/p>\n

Gerwin’s contracting business was focused on different activities, for example maize harvesting, grass harvesting, fertilising and tilling and sowing farmland. \u2018Looking back on my decision, I haven’t regretted it for a day,\u2019 Gerwin says. He continues: ‘I still have regular contact with old customers. I always hear that they were very satisfied with the work we did. This is a nice compliment for us, of course!’<\/p>\n

An entrepreneur you are, or you are not, with Gerwin this is certainly the case. \u2018You keep those traits and that will probably never go out,\u2019 he says, laughing. The new Veenhuis Sand Tipper did catch Gerwin’s eye. Through key dealer Twentrac, he therefore bought one of the first Veenhuis Sand Tippers with the new design. The trade behind it I also just like to do. The opportunity presented itself and I actually bought it as a hobby,’ says Bouwhuis. \u2018If you have a crane you also need a Kipper to go with it, so this fits nicely anyway,\u2019 he laughs.<\/p>\n

A close family bond<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Gerwin’s family and his parents are always 100% behind him. ‘When you work long days and are away from home a lot, you have to have things in order at home with each other. My wife takes care of everything concerning the children and around the household. My parents also lend a hand wherever possible,’ Gerwin proudly explains. Gerwin’s father still helps out daily with various tasks. ‘My father may be 77, but he still ploughs. He has always done that and he likes this work!’, Gerwin continues. His father also helps out in the workshop where various machines are still tinkered with.<\/p>\n

Changing tack<\/strong><\/p>\n

Gerwin has always worked with Schuitemaker machines. \u2018I had always had good contact with the guys from service, when I had indicated to stop, we got into talks to look into joining SVgroup,\u2019 Gerwin explains.
\nHe continues: \u2018I have always liked tinkering with machines, working as a service engineer is then obviously a great combination.\u2019<\/p>\n

Working at SVgroup<\/strong><\/p>\n

That Gerwin feels right at home is one thing that is certain. \u2018Every morning I enjoy going to SVgroup, the service and maintenance of machines, I love that!\u2019 He is often on the road with the service van to service different machines. ‘You get everywhere now, look earlierwhen I had my own business, we never went on holiday. I simply didn’t have time for that,’ Gerwin points out. With a smile, he continues: \u2018Now you get to places that are heartbreaking, you always see new surroundings.\u2019 He also likes the atmosphere among colleagues and within the company. \u2018It’s a nice working atmosphere and I get on well with the colleagues,\u2019 Gerwin says. On Friday afternoons, Gerwin regularly enjoys a beer with colleagues in the canteen. That’s part of the job, just having a good time.<\/p>\n

What’s in the keg does not spoil<\/strong><\/p>\n

Contractor blood runs through the veins of the next generation as well. So they don’t rule out the possibility that the contracting business will one day be up and running again. When I told them that I wanted to quit the business, my eldest son was devastated. He still wants to become a contractor,\u2019 Gerwin says. He continues: \u2018We can’t look into the future, but we can always see if he can breathe new life into the business.\u2019<\/p>\n

For the future, Gerwin hopes that the agricultural sector has a right to exist and that it will be appreciated again. In recent years, the appreciation of the agricultural sector has decreased considerably, you just notice that. Of course, there will always be developments and changes, if we respond to this and continue to produce a good product together, then you will be a winner in the future,’ Gerwin says. He continues: \u2018Enjoying the work and being able to earn a good living, that’s the most important thing.\u2019 \u25a0
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]This time, our colleague Gerwin Bouwhuis talks about his hobby and his contracting business, which he quit a year ago. He decided to work full-time as a service technician at SVgroup. Nevertheless, besides his work, Gerwin has always kept up with odd jobs in contracting and regularly jumps on the tractor or crane. He
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