Sheet metal worker vacancies
in Heerlen.
Heerlen offers an attractive job market for sheet metal workers, 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.
Sheet metal workers shape sheet material into precision parts. At a Trumpf, LVD or Amada press brake you hit angles to within a tenth of a degree, and you also know how to run the laser and punching line. 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.
Sheet metal worker 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) | € 16,00 – 18,00 | — |
| Mid-level (2-5 years) | € 18,50 – 21,00 | € 2.900 – 3.500 |
| Senior (5+ years) | € 21,50 – 24,50 | — |
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 Heerlen.
In and around Heerlen, FlexHero works with several types of client companies that need sheet metal workers:
- 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 sheet metal worker in Heerlen, your working day includes:
- Reading drawings and selecting tooling
- First-piece inspection and quality recording
- Basic finishing work (deburring, trimming, grinding)
- Working in line with VCA and production standards
- Operating a press brake (Trumpf, LVD, Amada, Bystronic)
- Programming bending sequences (TecZone, ToPs, NX)
What we ask.
- Reading sheet metal flat-pattern drawings
- VCA Basis
- Willing to work a 2-shift rota
- MBO level 2/3 in metalworking or sheet metal work
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)
Want to work as a sheet metal worker in Heerlen? We respond within one working day.
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Sheet metal worker in the region.
Frequently asked questions — Sheet metal worker in Heerlen.
How quickly can I start work as a sheet metal worker in Heerlen?
Response time is one working day. If there are vacancies available in Heerlen, 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 Heerlen region?
Yes — FlexHero works exclusively with SNF-certified housing within commuting distance of Heerlen. No overcrowded units, transparent costs.
Which certificates do I need?
For the sheet metal worker role we require at least an MBO level 2/3 qualification in metalworking or sheet metal work. 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 sheet metal worker in Heerlen?
The gross hourly wage is between € 16,00/hour and 24,50/hour, depending on experience and CAO grading. Evening, night and weekend allowances come on top of the base wage.
