MIG/MAG welder vacancies
in Nijmegen.
Nijmegen 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 Rijk van Nijmegen 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 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.
MIG/MAG welder 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) | € 17,50 – 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 Nijmegen.
In and around Nijmegen, FlexHero works with several types of client companies that need MIG/MAG welders:
- 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 a MIG/MAG welder in Nijmegen, your working day includes:
- Basic MIG/MAG maintenance of torch and wire feed
- Working to VCA guidelines and completing LMRAs
- Working with the work planner and welding engineer (WPS)
- Carrying out MIG/MAG welding in all positions (PA, PB, PC, PE, PF)
- Reading drawings to ISO/ASME and checking weld preparation
- Setting welding parameters (current, voltage, wire speed) according to procedure
What we ask.
- Dutch or English at shop-floor level
- Your own safety shoes (S3) and willingness to work shifts
- Valid NEN-EN-ISO 9606-1 welding certificate (135/136/138)
- At least 2 years' experience in a production environment
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
Want to work as a MIG/MAG welder in Nijmegen? We respond within one working day.
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MIG/MAG welder in the region.
Frequently asked questions — MIG/MAG welder in Nijmegen.
How quickly can I start work as a MIG/MAG welder in Nijmegen?
Response time is one working day. If there are vacancies available in Nijmegen, you are often at work within one working week. For international sourcing, the lead time is 1–3 weeks including travel, ID check and housing.
Will I get housing in the Nijmegen region?
Yes — FlexHero works exclusively with SNF-certified housing within commuting distance of Nijmegen. No overcrowded units, transparent costs.
Which certificates do I need?
For the MIG/MAG welder role we require at least a valid NEN-EN-ISO 9606-1 welding certificate (135/136/138). You'll find the full list of requirements above. Missing a certificate? You can often obtain it through FlexHero Academy.
What will I earn as a MIG/MAG welder in Nijmegen?
The gross hourly wage is between € 17,50/hour and 26,00/hour, depending on experience and CAO grading. Evening, night and weekend allowances come on top of the base wage.
