Shipbuilders (Sections or Outfitting)

Syntec Personeelsdiensten; Groningen; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Professional team

Job summary

Syntec Personeelsdiensten seeks experienced Shipyard Ironworker / Fitter (Sections or Outfitting) in Groningen, Netherlands, on a temporary contract via an employment agency. The role focuses on assembling ship sections and outfitting, with work across MIG/MAG welding and precision fitting.

You will read technical drawings, follow plans, and maintain safety standards while collaborating with welders and engineers to deliver high-quality ship structures.

Qualifications

• Vocational training in shipbuilding or metalworking.
• Proven track record as block constructor/fitter in shipbuilding or similar.
• Strong ability to read technical blueprints and work from plans.
• Welding knowledge and familiarity with MIG/MAG processes.
• Holder of a valid VCA safety certificate.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and fit ship sections into full structures.
• Follow drawings, work plans, and safety rules.
• Build and align ship structures using steel and other materials.
• Perform MIG/MAG welding, cutting, and fitting.
• Inspect work quality and maintain a safe environment.
• Collaborate with welders, fabricators, and engineers.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Team player

Quality-driven mindset

Communication in English and Dutch

Education

Vocational degree in Shipbuilding or Metalworking

Tools

MIG/MAG welding

Hand tools

Job description

Job Vacancy: Shipyard Ironworker / Fitter (Sections or Outfitting)
Location: Province of Groningen, Netherlands
Employment Type: Temporary contract / Employment agency basis (No Freelancers/ZZP)
Start Date: start week 32/33

For a prominent shipbuilder in Groningen, we are looking for experienced Ironworkers specialized in (Sections or Outfitting). Do you enjoy working in the shipbuilding industry and are you flexible to work through an employment agency? Then this vacancy is perfect for you! You also have the option to work right through the summer holidays.

Who are you?
Are you a skilled craftsman in shipbuilding with solid experience in assembling and fitting ship section or have experience in outfitting? We are seeking a driven and precise Plate Fitter to strengthen our team. In this role, you will collaborate with other skilled professionals to build and assemble various ship sections according to technical specifications and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assembling and fitting different ship sections together into a complete structure.
• Working strictly according to technical drawings, work plans, and safety regulations.
• Building, assembling, and aligning ship structures using various materials (primarily steel).
• Performing welding (MIG/MAG), cutting, and fitting activities.
• Controlling the quality of completed work and maintaining a safe working environment.
• Collaborating with fellow craftsmen, such as welders, structural fabricators, and engineers, to ensure a high-quality result.

Job Requirements

• At least a vocational degree or training in Shipbuilding, Metalworking, or a related field.
• Proven track record as a block constructor/fitter in the shipbuilding industry or a similar position.
• Strong experience in reading technical blueprints and operating various (hand) tools.
• Practical knowledge of welding techniques (preferably MIG/MAG) and metal fabrication.
• In possession of a valid VCA safety certificate.
• Able to communicate effectively in Dutch and/or at least in English.
• A true team player with a proactive and quality-driven mindset.
• Willingness to perform in a dynamic and sometimes demanding work environment.

What We Offer

• A diverse and challenging job within the shipbuilding sector.
• A competitive salary based on your experience and professional expertise.
• Good secondary benefits, including a pension scheme.
• Working within an enthusiastic, professional team of technical specialists.