Temporary employment solutions from abroad
Zeitarbeit International - legal challenges
German companies in many sectors are dependent on employing foreign skilled workers. Skilled workers who can be deployed flexibly are urgently needed, particularly in industry and the skilled trades. The IT sector, automotive engineering, production and manufacturing are also confronted with staff shortages. German companies are constantly reliant on the support of external - often foreign - workers.
Temporary employment from abroad enables companies to rely on qualified workers and support staff from abroad without employing them directly. Instead, the workers are hired by a temporary employment agency and “loaned” to the company. This is particularly useful if you need additional workers at short notice.
Temporary employment in Eastern Europe
However, a number of things need to be taken into account when hiring out workers from Eastern Europe:
- Labor law and immigration regulation
- Employees should have the necessary qualifications
- Workers from abroad should be integrated linguistically and culturally
Working with an experienced personnel service provider can help you to successfully overcome these challenges. We, from Zeitarbeit International are very familiar with the regulations on temporary employment in the EU and Eastern Europe. We are happy to support you not only with the legal and bureaucratic process, but also with the selection of suitable workers from abroad. With our international employee leasing service, we offer effective solutions to recruit skilled workers from Eastern Europe, the and the Baltic States and other EU countries. Benefit from our experience and expertise and become our partner!
We employ qualified personnel from Eastern Europe for industry, production and storage - quickly, cost-effectively and reliably!
Industry sector
- Industrial helper
- Electrical helper
- Locksmiths
- Bottler
- Welder
- Fitters
- electrician
- Cutting mechanics
Warehouse & Logistics
- Warehouse workers
- Forklift drivers
- Packaging assistants
- Order pickers
- Inventory assistants
- Wrapping packers
- Sorters
- Cleaning staff
production sector
- Production helpers
- Production planners/dispatchers
- Assembly line workers
- Factory workers
- Machine operators
- Packaging assistants
- Inventory assistants
- Shift workers
Why temporary employment from abroad?
The shortage of skilled workers in Germany is an ongoing problem, especially in industries with high demand for specialized workers such as engineers, IT specialists and nursing staff. The Temporary Employment Act (AÜG) enables German companies to use temporary workers from abroad to combat this shortage.
Employee leasing from abroad offers companies a number of advantages and is used for various reasons. One important reason is the Flexibility. Companies can react quickly to fluctuating work requirements by using temporary workers from abroad. This enables you to bridge bottlenecks, compensate for seasonal peaks or make use of special expertise at short notice.
Furthermore, the supply of temporary workers from abroad offers access to a broader talent pool. Companies can access highly qualified professionals from different countries who have specific skills and experience that may not be available in their own country. This is particularly important in industries with a shortage of skilled workers or in specialized areas.
Overall, temporary employment from abroad offers companies the opportunity to react flexibly to work requirements, gain access to talent, reduce costs, open up new markets and promote diversity in the workplace.
Cross-border temporary employment - advantages
Flexibility and scalability: Thanks to the possibility of deploying employees from abroad, companies can flexibly and quickly deploy additional workers for projects or seasonal peaks and reduce them again if necessary.
Access to a larger talent pool: Cross-border employee leasing gives companies access to a wider talent pool. They can recruit qualified workers from abroad who have specific skills and experience that may not be available in their own country.
Cost efficiency: In some cases, cross-border temporary employment can be cost-effective. This is particularly true in countries with lower wages and living costs. This allows companies to reduce personnel costs.
Specialized expertise: Companies can access specialized experts across borders who are particularly in demand in certain countries or regions and thus carry out projects that require specific expertise.
Market development and global presence: Cross-border employee leasing enables companies to send employees to foreign markets in order to build up business relationships and support customers locally. In doing so, they gain valuable insights into local market structures and cultural characteristics.
Cultural exchange and diversity in the workplace: Working with workers from abroad promotes cultural exchange and diversity in the workplace. Companies can benefit from different perspectives, ways of working and ideas, which can promote innovation.
International AÜG - legal basis
There are 3 basic constellations of international temporary work:
- Transfer of temporary workers from Germany to other countries
- Employment of foreign workers as temporary workers in Germany
- Deployment of foreign temporary workers to Germany
Temporary employment abroad from Germany
Temporary employment abroad from Germany is subject to unique legal requirements and regulations. Here are some important aspects to consider:
Legal basis:
In Germany, the Temporary Employment Act (AÜG) regulates the conditions for hiring out employees. This also applies if German employees are deployed abroad, but the labor laws of the target country must also be taken into account.
Visa and work permit:
Employees who are sent abroad often require visas and work permits. This varies depending on the country and the respective immigration regulations.
Social security and taxes:
It is important to check the impact on social security and tax obligations, both in Germany and in the destination country. Double taxation agreements can help to avoid unnecessary double taxation.
Local labor laws and collective agreements:
The local labor laws and collective agreements in the destination country must be observed. These can differ greatly from German regulations.
Equal Treatment:
The principles of equal treatment should also be observed when transferring employees abroad. This includes wages, working conditions and other benefits.
Occupational health and safety and employee rights:
The occupational health and safety regulations and employee rights in the destination country must be respected. This can include both legal regulations and cultural norms.
Use of foreign temporary workers in Germany
EU citizens
If temporary workers from abroad are to be transferred to Germany or employed directly in Germany, there are a number of requirements that must be met. Workers from EU countries can be deployed without major hurdles. They enjoy full freedom of movement for workers. For this reason, EU citizens can also work as temporary workers in Germany.
Non-EU citizens / third-country nationals
Cooperation with employees from non-EU countries is more difficult. In this case, the individual residence permit, which may include a work permit, is decisive. The residence permit can only be issued with the approval of the Federal Employment Agency.
Do you have any further questions about international staff leasing or do you want to employ temporary workers from abroad? Get in touch with us. We will be happy to advise you!
Zeitarbeit International s.r.o.
Your partner for employee leasing from abroad
With over 35 years of experience in temporary employment from abroad, we are the leading temporary employment agency in Germany with the necessary experience and expertise to find temporary workers from abroad for your company. We connect German companies with companies in Eastern Europe. Do you have staffing issues, such as a large order but not enough staff? Then use use our Recruitment servicesbecause we collaborate temporary employment agencies and Eastern Europe, and we do this Europe-wide and can make you an offer anytime.
We look after foreign workers on site and take care of their accommodation, insurance and transportation. Our work is successful when our production workers, production employees and customers are completely satisfied. Are you interested in working with us?