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Welder Piping (TIG/MAG)

Royal IHC

Kinderdijk
Full Time
Posted on: March 29 2026

Do you have experience as a pipe welder in a pipe shop, and are you looking for a long-term role where you can continue developing your skills? Then keep reading!

At the largest pipe fabrication facility in the Netherlands, IHC Piping prefabricates all ship and hydraulic piping required to keep our vessels operational, and we also perform work for external customers. In addition to maritime and hydraulic piping, we manufacture double‑walled piping for hydrogen systems. We work with both ferrous and non‑ferrous materials.

For our production facility in Sliedrecht, we are looking for experienced and motivated pipe welders to strengthen our team. The work involves mainly TIG welding, with some MAG welding as well. You will work with a wide range of materials, such as carbon steel, stainless steel, duplex, CuNiFer, and more.

As a piping welder, you are responsible for welding all (ship) piping produced in the shop according to specifications. You will work in a team of around six welders, supervised by a team leader. Together with pipe fitters, machine operators and logistics staff, you form the production department of IHC Piping.

Requirements

To be considered for the position of piping welder, you bring:

  • MBO-level work and thinking
  • Minimum 6G TIG and MAG welding qualifications
  • A steady hand and high technical skill
  • Willingness to further develop your welding expertise
  • Strong communication skills
  • At least 3 years of experience as a shopfitter
  • A valid VCA certificate
  • Good command of Dutch and/or English

We Offer

  • A salary between €3,459 and €4,385 gross per month, plus 8% holiday allowance
  • Plenty of free time: 40 days off per year based on full-time employment, with the option to buy or sell extra leave
  • A profit-sharing scheme, allowing you to participate in Royal IHC’s success
  • Travel allowance of €0.21 per kilometre for days you commute to the Piping facility
  • Solid pension via PME
  • Room to grow: extensive internal career opportunities, a training budget, and access to the IHC Academy
  • Vitality and energy: unlimited access to our in-house gym (in exchange for your sustainable employability day)
  • Royal IHC takes care of the important matters you shouldn’t have to worry about: disability insurance, partner pension, and the option to have additional healthcare costs reimbursed through our Social Fund

About Royal IHC
Royal IHC logo

Royal IHC

Creating the maritime future

Anchored in a rich Dutch maritime history, Royal IHC is a leading supplier of maritime technology and expert craftsmanship.

With the right people and skills on board, and driven by innovation, we provide a competitive edge to our worldwide customers in the dredging, offshore, mining and defence industries. However, Royal IHC is much more than equipment, vessels and services. We deliver reliable, integrated solutions that improve operational efficiency and allow for a more sustainable performance.

All over the world, our people are deeply committed to technological innovation, supported by our long-standing experience in our core markets. Our experts work in close collaboration with multiple stakeholders to meet the specific needs of each customer. 

With our continuous commitment to technological innovation, we seek to always meet the specific requirements of each individual client. IHC annually spends approximately 3% of its revenue on innovation, which places us in the top 15 Dutch companies in terms of R&D. We have branches in many different countries, giving us a truly international perspective.

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Our business culture has a strong character and is based on collaboration, openness and respect. Perseverance is also a quality that runs through the veins of our organisation. At IHC we have a total commitment to improvement and innovation. Coming to work for us does not mean you have reached your destination. At IHC you will continue to grow and learn, and your expertise will continue onwards and upwards. That is not just a promise from us, but also a commitment we ask of you. Those who demonstrate independence and a strong feeling of responsibility are given a great deal of freedom, but that doesn’t mean you will be left to fend for yourself. Where needed, you can count on us for coaching and personal supervision.

MAXIMUM USE OF TALENT

IHC has a wealth of in-house talent. And we want to make the maximum use of it. That is why we have created development programmes. There are programmes for every level. If you have completed your preparatory secondary vocational education (VMBO) you can start at our in-house Technical Training Centre. We also have plenty of development opportunities for employees with senior secondary vocational education (MBO), higher vocational education (HBO) or a degree from a university (WO).

They can choose from the wide range of programmes, courses and other training opportunities. In addition to the development programmes, there is Young IHC. This programme of activities is especially for our young graduates to help them find their feet in our company. It makes it easy for them to get to know their colleagues in the various business units and creates a strong personal network.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS

Are you currently a student or have you just graduated? There are several ways for you to start a new career at IHC. We recognise the value of a strong link between industry and education, which is why ambitious students are always welcome at IHC for a traineeship or to do their graduation research. There are various options available, the choice is up to you!

“Let us build a career for you!”

Facts about

  • Number of employees: 2300

  • Sectors: Dredging, Offshore, Shipbuilding & repair, Shipping

  • Career level: Student, Starter (< 3 years), Young professional (3-5 years), Professional (5-10 years), Senior professional (>10 years)

  • Preferred educational level: Vmbo, Mbo, Hbo, Wo bachelor, Wo master

  • Preferred educations: Mechanical Engineering, Marine Technology, Naval Architecture, Electrical Engineering