Ship Metalworker
What will you do?
The Ship Metalworker works within the Section Construction Department, where complex ship sections—up to 12 meters long and 80 tons in weight—are assembled from supplied kits. These sections require high accuracy, clean workmanship, and the ability to read technical documentation independently.
Section Characteristics
- Work with relatively thin material (8–10 mm)
- High precision: tolerance +2 mm / –4 mm
- Maximum deviation over 6 meters: –3 mm
- Tack welding in all positions using Covered Electrode
- Independent work based on drawings and part lists
- Operating cranes safely and responsibly
Preparation Duties
- Reading and interpreting drawings and part lists
- Identifying, checking, and preparing components from supplied kits
- Maintaining a clean and safe workspace
- Operating a crane for transport and positioning of materials
- Verbal communication in English
What do we offer you?
Weekly competitive payment
A 40-hour work week with the possibility of overtime
High-quality work clothing and personal protective equipment
Quality housing with a private bedroom
Travel allowance / lease car option
Health insurance (coverage continues during holidays)
Pension accrual starting from your first day of work
Long-term projects & strong job security
Various training programs and courses
What do we expect from you?
High-quality workmanship: clean, precise, and accurate
Ability to work independently or in pairs
Ability to tack weld in all positions using Covered Electrode – for vertical positions: weld downward, not in stacking method
Experience with oxy-fuel cutting (especially thin materials)
Ability to grind and finish materials
Experience using a theodolite and spirit level
Contact person
Manon van den Berg
Call: +31 6 57 74 93 50
Mail: m.vandenberg@degildegroep.nl