Electrician vacancies
in Nijmegen.
Nijmegen offers an attractive job market for electricians, particularly in manufacturing. FlexHero places you within one working week of your agreement, with SNF-certified housing in the Rijk van Nijmegen region and company transport to work.
Electricians install the systems that keep factories running. From panel building to industrial cabling, from utility projects to machine building — you are the link between the drawing and a working installation. In Nijmegen you're close to manufacturing, semicon (NXP), food and logistics. FlexHero places skilled workers here every day — mainly from other EU countries — with housing in the region and transport to the workplace.
Electrician salary in Nijmegen.
Gross hourly pay depends on experience, certification and CAO grading. The indication below applies to assignments in the Rijk van Nijmegen region.
| Experience level | Hourly wage (gross) | Monthly indication (FT) |
|---|---|---|
| Junior (0-2 years' experience) | € 17,00 – 19,00 | — |
| Mid-level (2-5 years) | € 19,50 – 22,50 | € 3.100 – 3.800 |
| Senior (5+ years) | € 23,00 – 26,50 | — |
Indicative — exact grading follows the hirer's remuneration under the client's CAO. Evening, night and weekend allowances come on top of the base wage.
Typical employers in Nijmegen.
In and around Nijmegen, FlexHero works with several types of client companies that need electricians:
- Semicon company in Nijmegen (NXP area)
- Machine builder at De Grift
- Distribution centre along the A73 or A15
- Food producer in the Nijmegen region
We share specific company names during the intake — our clients' privacy comes first.
What will you do?
As an electrician in Nijmegen, your working day consists of:
- Panel building to schematic (KNX, Eplan, EBplan)
- Connecting motors, sensors and frequency converters
- Locating faults with a multimeter and thermal imaging
- Working in compliance with NEN 1010 / NEN 3140
- Commissioning together with a fitter or mechatronics technician
- Documenting modifications
What we ask.
- NEN 3140 VOP or VP (depending on the assignment)
- Reading electrical schematics
- VCA Basis
- At least 1-2 years of industrial experience
What we offer.
- VCA course via FlexHero if needed (at our expense)
- Opportunities to progress to a permanent contract with the employer
- Including BSN application for international recruits
- Pay in line with the client's CAO, set out in a transparent payslip
- SNF-certified housing within commuting distance of Nijmegen
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Electrician in the region.
Frequently asked questions — electrician in Nijmegen.
Which employers have vacancies for electricians in Nijmegen?
We work with several types of employers in Nijmegen, including a semicon company in Nijmegen (NXP region), a machine builder on De Grift and a distribution centre along the A73 or A15. We discuss specific vacancies during the intake.
How long does a typical contract last?
Every employee immediately signs an employment contract for an indefinite term with FlexHero, with fixed weekly hours under the client's CAO. Assignment changes? Your contract stays in place. If the match is good, the client often takes you on in a permanent position of their own.
Can I apply while I'm still abroad?
Yes. We work with several recruitment offices in the EU (including Braga, Portugal). The first interview takes place online; once you've been accepted, we arrange your journey to the Netherlands.
Does FlexHero have vacancies other than electrician?
Yes. We place people in manufacturing, logistics, engineering, food and the process industry. View all vacancies or ask your adviser about alternatives in your region.

