ArbeidMatch
Welding Specialists

ISO-Certified Welders for Demanding Norwegian Projects

ArbeidMatch recruits and pre-screens welders and technical specialists holding valid ISO, EN, NORSOK, and DNV certifications. We verify every certificate before presenting a candidate.

30+

EU/EEA source countries

ISO 9606

Primary certification standard

2 weeks

Average candidate delivery

100%

Certificate verification on every candidate

Certification coverage

Every major welding standard, verified.

ISO 9606 Welder Qualification

Certified welders qualified to ISO 9606-1 for fusion welding of steels. Valid across EU/EEA project sites and Norwegian industrial facilities.

EN 287 and EN ISO Standards

Specialists certified to European welding standards for structural steel, pipelines, pressure vessels, and offshore components.

Offshore and Maritime Welding

Welders with NORSOK and DNV certification experience for offshore structures, vessels, and subsea equipment in the Norwegian sector.

Specialized Authorizations

Technicians holding sector-specific authorizations: NDT operators, welding inspectors, coded welders for pressure equipment (PED), and structural welding supervisors.

Industrial and Process Welding

MIG, MAG, TIG, FCAW, and SAW process specialists for heavy industry, manufacturing, chemical plants, and energy infrastructure across Norway.

EU/EEA Sourcing Network

We recruit from 30 EU/EEA countries with established networks in Poland, Romania, Czech Republic, Slovakia, and the Baltic states where ISO-certified welding talent is concentrated.

Certificate Validity Verification

Every candidate we present has their ISO and EN certificates verified for validity before presentation. We confirm renewal status and expiry dates as part of our screening process.

Staffing and Direct Hire

Available for temporary staffing, project-based contracts, and permanent direct hire. We adapt to your project timeline and employment structure.

Simple process

From request to certified welder on site

01

Tell us your project requirements

Submit your request with details on certification standard required, welding process, material type, and project location. We assess your needs within 24 hours.

02

We source and verify

Our recruiters identify candidates from our EU/EEA network. Every ISO and EN certificate is verified for validity and expiry. Only pre-screened candidates are presented.

03

Candidate arrives ready

The selected welder arrives with valid, verified documentation. We handle employment contracts, payroll compliance with Norwegian law, and pre-arrival logistics support.

Industries we serve

Where our welding specialists work

Oil and GasOffshore StructuresShipbuilding and NavalIndustrial ManufacturingPressure Vessels and PipelinesConstruction and Infrastructure

About staffing and direct hire options

ArbeidMatch offers both staffing (innleie) and direct hire (fast ansettelse) solutions for welding specialists. Staffing arrangements comply with Norwegian labor law requirements under arbeidsmiljøloven. We will advise you on the most suitable employment structure for your project type and duration during our initial consultation.

Read Norwegian staffing regulations at Arbeidstilsynet.no

Required certifications

What authorizations do welders need for Norwegian shipyards?

ISO 9606-1 Welder Qualification

The primary international standard for fusion welding qualification tests. Covers welding of steels and is widely recognized at Norwegian shipyards and offshore facilities. Certificates must be valid and are typically renewed every 2 years with 6-month testing intervals.

ISO 9606-1

NORSOK and DNV Standards

Norwegian shipyards and offshore operators frequently require compliance with NORSOK M-101 (structural steel fabrication) and DNV rules for ships and offshore structures. These apply in addition to ISO 9606 welder qualification.

Standard Norge

EN ISO 15614 Procedure Qualification

Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Records (PQR) per EN ISO 15614-1 are required for structural and pressure vessel work. The employer typically provides the applicable WPS for each project.

NDT Operator Certification

For inspection and quality control roles, NDT certification per EN ISO 9712 or ASNT is required. Level II and Level III are commonly requested for weld inspection at Norwegian shipyards and offshore facilities.

EN ISO 9712

ArbeidMatch verifies the validity and renewal status of all ISO and welding certifications before presenting a candidate to an employer. Expired or unverifiable certificates cannot be presented.

Salary and working conditions

280 to 330 NOK per hour

Salary for ISO-certified welders at Norwegian shipyards varies based on certifications held, welding processes mastered, years of experience, and references from previous Norwegian employers. Welders with multiple valid ISO qualifications and demonstrated experience in demanding environments can expect rates toward the upper end of the range.

References from previous Norwegian employers and offshore companies are highly valued and can significantly influence placement opportunities and salary negotiation.

Rotation schedules at Norwegian shipyards are typically 4 weeks on and 2 weeks home, or 6 weeks on and 2 weeks home. Some projects also include daily allowances.

Transport and accommodation

For most shipyard and offshore welding placements in Norway, employers provide transport from the candidate home country and accommodation at or near the work site. This is standard practice in the Norwegian maritime and offshore sector. Specific arrangements are confirmed during the placement process and documented in the employment contract.

Transport and accommodation arrangements vary by employer and project. ArbeidMatch confirms specifics during the matching process. This information is provided as general market context and does not constitute a guarantee for any specific placement.

Salary data based on market rates observed in Norwegian shipyard and offshore sector job postings, April 2026. Minimum rates per Arbeidstilsynet.no allmenngjøring for maritime construction sector. Actual rates depend on individual employer and project.

Arbeidstilsynet.no minimum wage

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Tell us your project requirements and we will present pre-screened candidates within 2 weeks.

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