Isolator – Naval / Shipyard

Maintec; Barendrecht; On-site; EUR 20,664 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 vacation days per year

8% holiday allowance

Pension scheme from the first working day

Tools and work clothing provided

Job summary

A Dutch staffing agency is seeking a Shipyard Insulation Specialist to work on insulation systems in naval environments. This role involves installing and finishing insulation materials according to strict safety standards. Candidates should have around 3 years of relevant experience, skills in working with thermal insulation, and a valid VCA certificate. The position offers a competitive gross hourly wage and comprehensive support including housing and healthcare insurance, facilitating international professionals in the Netherlands.

Qualifications

• Around 3 years of experience as an Isolator in naval or shipyard environments.
• Driving licence category B.
• Valid VCA certificate or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Installing thermal and acoustic insulation on pipes, ducts, bulkheads, and technical installations.
• Measuring, cutting, and fitting insulation materials accurately.
• Following shipyard safety procedures and regulations.

Skills

Experience with thermal and acoustic insulation materials

Ability to read technical drawings

Communicative English (B1/B2 level)

Motivated and reliable

Job description

Isolator – Shipyard Insulation Specialist

As an Isolator, you will work on insulation systems in naval and shipyard environments. Your role focuses on installing, assembling, and finishing insulation according to technical drawings and strict safety regulations.

Main tasks

• Installing thermal and acoustic insulation on pipes, ducts, bulkheads, and technical installations
• Working with insulation materials such as mineral wool, Armaflex, PIR, and similar systems
• Measuring, cutting, and fitting insulation materials accurately
• Applying finishing layers such as cladding, sheet metal, or protective coverings
• Reading and working from technical drawings
• Working in confined spaces, at heights, and within steel ship structures
• Following shipyard safety procedures and regulations

Qualifications

• Around 3 years of experience as an Isolator in naval or shipyard environments
• Experience with thermal and acoustic insulation materials
• Ability to read technical drawings
• Driving licence category B
• Communicative English (B1/B2 level)
• Valid VCA certificate or willingness to obtain one (can be arranged by Maintec)
• Motivated, reliable, and able to work independently and in a team

Eligibility Notice

Please note that this position is open exclusively to candidates holding citizenship from an EU member state. Due to legal and administrative constraints, applications from non‑EU citizens will not be considered and will be respectfully deleted without further notice. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

Employment Conditions

• Gross hourly wage between €15.00 – €19.00, depending on experience
• Net weekly salary between €500 – €650, based on a 40‑hour working week
• Possibility to work overtime
• Weekly salary payments
• Clear employment contract in your own language, with the intention of long‑term cooperation

Vacation & Benefits

• 25 vacation days per year (20 paid days off + 5 vacation days paid weekly together with your salary)
• 8% holiday allowance, paid once per year in May
• Pension scheme from your first working day
• Tools, work clothing, and full personal protective equipment (PPE) provided

Housing, Transport & Practical Support

• Certified accommodation arranged by Maintec – private single room
• Housing arranged as close as possible to the workplace
• Transport to and from work arranged by Maintec (company car)
• Healthcare insurance arranged by us (weekly contribution)
• Full assistance with BSN registration and bank account setup, if needed

Maintec is a Dutch staffing agency specialized in connecting experienced technical professionals with stable, long‑term jobs in the Netherlands. We work internationally to recruit skilled workers for the technical and industrial sectors and support them throughout the entire employment process.

At Maintec, you will always have a dedicated contact person during your employment in the Netherlands. Our recruiters support international professionals throughout the recruitment and onboarding process.

Our facility team supports you with housing, administration, and practical matters, so you can focus on your work and feel at home. We believe in clear communication, mutual respect, and long‑term cooperation with international professionals.

We speak English, Portuguese, Romanian, and Polish.