During this time, Sint-Job and Schoten formed a part of the Archdiocese of Cambrai, while neighbouring Brecht fell under the Diocese of Liège.
[2] On 25 September 1908, aviation pioneer baron de Caters was the first Belgian to fly an aircraft by taking off with his plane over the fields south of the village.
Another famous Belgian pioneer, Jan Olieslagers, was also active in Sint-Job, but later contributed to the construction of the airport of Antwerp in Deurne.
However, the offensive failed after the allied troops met fierce German resistance and were unable to prevent the enemy from blowing up the bridge.
[4] In the first half of the 20th century, Sint-Job also was popular green vacation resort for the wealthier inhabitants of Antwerp, who came enjoy their weekends in the village, away from the bustle of the city.