Well pumper

Well pumper

Wellpoint dewatering is essential for maintaining the groundwater level. It lowers the water level. It's essential for building sites, excavation work, construction pits, trenches for cables and pipes, and soil remediation. This training program will train you to become a skilled specialist in wellpoint dewatering.

You'll work outdoors daily, as part of a team, on projects of all sizes. During wellpoint dewatering projects, you'll ensure that groundwater is pumped and discharged elsewhere in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. This level 3 training will equip you to progress to the position of certified wellpoint dewatering operator and equip you with all the necessary theoretical and practical knowledge.

What will you learn during the course?

The course combines theory and practice. You will learn:

  • Preparing and setting up a pumping process installation.
  • Maintain and inspect the pumping system properly.
  • Safely remove a pumping system.
  • Organizing and planning the daily work for the team.
  • Additional matters in the field of technology and electronics that the wellpoint dewatering systems use.
  • Work in accordance with the guidelines of the SIKB BRL 12000 (Foundation for Infrastructure Quality Assurance in Soil Management).
  • The practice during your daily work at your employer.
  • VOP aimed at installations used in wellpoint dewatering.

What do you get afterwards?

We conclude the training with a theoretical and practical exam. Upon successful completion, you will receive an industry-recognized Well Dewatering diploma, including a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOP).

Additional information

  • You already hold an Assistant Well Driller diploma if you wish to take this course. We also recommend having a VCA VOL and BHV diploma.
  • The practical exam will take place once you have completed sufficient practical hours. This exam will be scheduled separately and administered on-site.
  • If you already have VOP, you can apply for an exemption via examens@somabedrijfsopleidingen.nl
  • This training offers opportunities for growth: with sufficient experience as a wellhead engineer, you can progress to Infrastructure Executive.

6 days incl. theory exam excl. practical exam industry-recognized diploma (valid indefinitely)

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September 25 2026Harderwijk6 daysClick hereSeptember 25, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2026€1600

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