Sheet metal worker vacancies
in Nijmegen.
Nijmegen 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 Rijk van Nijmegen 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 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.
Sheet metal worker 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) | € 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 Nijmegen.
In and around Nijmegen, FlexHero works with several types of client companies that need sheet metal workers:
- 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 sheet metal worker in Nijmegen, your working day includes:
- Operating a press brake (Trumpf, LVD, Amada, Bystronic)
- Programming bending sequences (TecZone, ToPs, NX)
- Operating laser-cutting or punching machines
- Reading drawings and selecting tooling
- First-piece inspection and quality recording
- Basic finishing work (deburring, trimming, grinding)
What we ask.
- At least 2 years' experience on a press brake or laser
- Reading sheet metal flat-pattern drawings
- VCA Basis
- Willing to work a 2-shift rota
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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Sheet metal worker in the region.
Frequently asked questions — Sheet metal worker in Nijmegen.
What does a sheet metal worker earn in Nijmegen?
The hourly wage for a sheet metal worker ranges from € 16,00/hour to 24,50/hour. This excludes shift, weekend and overtime allowances. You are placed on the CAO pay scale according to your experience.
Do you also work with international skilled workers?
Yes. Around 90% of our sourcing takes place in other EU countries. We arrange the ID check, SNF housing in the Nijmegen region, transport and language support.
What is the working environment like in Nijmegen?
Nijmegen is characterised by manufacturing. Our clients include a semicon company in Nijmegen (NXP area) and a machine builder at De Grift — all employers with good working conditions.
Can I progress to a permanent contract?
Yes — with good performance, many clients offer direct employment after 6-12 months. FlexHero guides you through that process at no cost to you.
