MIG/MAG welder vacancies
in Heerlen.
Heerlen offers an attractive job market for MIG/MAG welders, particularly in manufacturing. FlexHero places you within one working week of your agreement, with SNF-certified housing in the Parkstad region and company transport to work.
MIG/MAG welders bring steel and aluminium structures to life — from equipment manufacturing to shipbuilding, from trailer production to machine building. Using gas-shielded arc welding (135/136/138), you produce strong, repeatable welds to NEN-EN-ISO 9606. In Heerlen you're close to manufacturing, smart services and logistics. FlexHero places skilled workers here every day — mainly from other EU countries — with housing in the region and transport to the workplace.
MIG/MAG welder salary in Heerlen.
Gross hourly pay depends on experience, certification and CAO grading. The indication below applies to assignments in the Parkstad region.
| Experience level | Hourly wage (gross) | Monthly indication (FT) |
|---|---|---|
| Junior (0-2 years' experience) | € 17,50 – 19,00 | — |
| Mid-level (2-5 years) | € 19,50 – 22,00 | € 3.100 – 3.700 |
| Senior (5+ years) | € 22,50 – 26,00 | — |
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 Heerlen.
In and around Heerlen, FlexHero works with several types of client companies that need MIG/MAG welders:
- Machine builder in Heerlen-Noord
- Distribution centre serving the Limburg and German markets
- Metalworking company at Avantis
- Engineering company in Parkstad
We share specific company names during the intake — our clients' privacy comes first.
What will you do?
As a MIG/MAG welder in Heerlen, your working day includes:
- Setting welding parameters (current, voltage, wire speed) according to procedure
- Working plate thicknesses from 3 to 25 mm in steel or aluminium
- Visual inspection to ISO 5817 (quality level B/C)
- Deburring and grinding your own work and preparing it for coating
- Basic MIG/MAG maintenance of torch and wire feed
- Working to VCA guidelines and completing LMRAs
What we ask.
- Valid NEN-EN-ISO 9606-1 welding certificate (135/136/138)
- At least 2 years' experience in a production environment
- Experience reading drawings in ISO or ASME
- VCA Basis, or willingness to obtain it within 30 days
What we offer.
- Weekly pay — paid every Friday, no waiting
- Personal support from a dedicated FlexHero adviser
- Access to FlexHero Academy for (re)certification
- Holiday allowance and pension accrual from day 1
- VCA course via FlexHero if needed (at our expense)
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MIG/MAG welder in the region.
Frequently asked questions — MIG/MAG welder in Heerlen.
Which employers have vacancies for MIG/MAG welders in Heerlen?
We work with several types of employers in Heerlen, including a machine builder in Heerlen-Noord, a distribution centre serving the Limburg and German markets and a metalworking company at Avantis. 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 MIG/MAG welder?
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.
