Insulation Installer

MIDAS INTERTRADING; Antwerpen; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

MIDAS Intertrading in Antwerp is seeking a full-time on-site Insulation Installer. You will prepare work areas, measure and cut insulation, and install insulation on pipes, equipment, and structures according to drawings and project specifications.

You will work safely on site, collaborate with supervisors and team members, and assist with inspections, material usage records, and daily progress. Prior insulation or construction experience is highly beneficial; English or local language skills

Qualifications

• Practical skills in insulation installation including measuring, cutting, fitting, and securing materials.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret insulation drawings and schedules.
• Prepare work areas and safely install insulation on pipes, equipment, and structures.

Skills

Insulation installation

Read technical drawings

Safety awareness

Manual labor

Tools handling

Teamwork

Industrial site experience

English knowledge

Job description

Company Description MIDAS Intertrading is an industrial services company specializing in marine coating, painting, and insulation for refineries and large-scale industrial projects. Founded in Sofia in 1998, the company has expanded from construction services to supporting complex industrial sites across Bulgaria, Italy, France, and Belgium. With more than 90 employees, MIDAS Intertrading provides experienced crews for insulation, painting, maintenance, and general industrial site work. The company emphasizes safety, quality workmanship, and steady progress on site while respecting local laws, safety requirements, and project standards. MIDAS Intertrading values transparent communication with clients, employees, partners, and authorities and is actively involved in major European projects such as Chantiers de l’Atlantique in France and INEOS Project ONE in Antwerp, Belgium.

Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Insulation Installer role based in Antwerp. The Insulation Installer will prepare work areas, measure and cut insulation materials, and install insulation on pipes, equipment, and structures according to technical drawings and project specifications. Daily tasks include handling and securing insulation and cladding materials, sealing joints, and ensuring proper thermal and acoustic performance while maintaining a clean and organized work environment. The role involves working safely at heights or in confined spaces, collaborating with supervisors and team members, and following all site safety rules, permit-to-work systems, and company procedures. The Insulation Installer will also assist with inspections, minor repairs, and documentation related to daily progress and material usage.

• Practical skills in industrial or marine insulation installation, including measuring, cutting, fitting, and securing insulation materials.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, insulation schedules, and basic construction or industrial site documentation.
• Strong awareness of safety practices, including use of PPE, working at heights or in confined spaces, and adherence to site safety regulations.
• Physical ability to perform manual labor, including standing, lifting, carrying materials, and working in varied weather and site conditions.
• Basic tools handling skills and familiarity with common hand and power tools used in insulation and industrial site work.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to follow instructions and coordinate with supervisors and colleagues.
• Previous experience in industrial insulation, construction, shipbuilding, or related trades is highly beneficial.
• Willingness to work in an international project environment; knowledge of English or local languages is an advantage.
• Commitment to punctuality, reliability, and maintaining high standards of workmanship and site behavior.