MIG/MAG Welder (Shipbuilding) (temporary project till Mid-September)(€660 – €710 net per week) Kinderdijk, in Netherlands

Job description

Join one of the Netherlands' leading shipbuilding companies and become part of a large welding team working on high-quality maritime projects. We are looking for experienced MIG/MAG Welders.The initial project runs until 12 September 2026, but there is a high chance of a longer-term assignment for good performers.

As a Welder, you will work on the production and assembly of steel ship components, carrying out high-quality welding on carbon steel and stainless steel. You will read technical drawings and welding procedures, prepare and inspect materials before welding, perform MIG/MAG, CO₂ and stick welding, and ensure every weld meets strict quality standards. Welds are inspected by external NDT, so precision and attention to detail are essential.

Requirements:

• At least 3 years of proven experience as a CO₂ / MIG/MAG Welder
• Experience welding carbon steel and stainless steel
• Experience with SMAW (stick welding) is an advantage
• Experience welding in FP and DP positions
• Ability to read technical drawings
• Valid welding certificates***
• Own welding helmet
• Own transport is an advantage

*** Candidates must hold a certificate from one of the following classification organizations:

• ABS – American Bureau of Shipping
• BV – Bureau Veritas
• CCS – China Classification Society
• CRS – Croatian Register of Shipping
• DNV
• IRS – Indian Register of Shipping
• KR – Korean Register
• LR – Lloyd’s Register
• NK – Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (ClassNK)
• PRS – Polish Register of Shipping
• RINA – RINA Services S.p.A.
• Türk Loydu (Turkish Lloyd)

What we offer:

• €660 – €710 net per week (40 hours, after deductions)
• Weekly salary payments
• Private accommodation arranged by the employer
• Long-term opportunities for good performers
• Overtime possibilities
• Work for one of the best-known shipbuilding companies in the Netherlands

Project Start date: Mid July 2026 (ASAP)

Duration: Until 12 September 2026, with a strong possibility of extension.