Pipefitters
Rotterdam, Netherlands
Location
Rotterdam, Netherlands
Duration
12 months (anticipated)
Start
Mid–late Oct 2026
Rate
Dependent on experience
Accommodation
Provided
Language
English
Working pattern
6 days per week, 10 hours per day — 60 scheduled hours per week.
About the opportunity
Energy Rigging is recruiting experienced trade and specialist personnel for an industrial construction project in Rotterdam, Netherlands.
The work spans mechanical and piping installation, lifting operations, welding, quality inspection and health and safety support across an active industrial construction site.
Accommodation is provided. Assignment terms, including duration and start date, are shown in the vacancy details above and will be confirmed during recruitment.
About this role
Energy Rigging is recruiting experienced Pipefitters to support the assembly and installation of industrial process pipework. Applicants should be confident interpreting isometric drawings and working accurately alongside welding and mechanical installation teams.
Responsibilities
- Read and interpret piping isometrics and installation drawings.
- Measure, prepare, align and assemble pipework and associated components.
- Install valves, flanges, supports and fittings.
- Prepare fit-ups for welding.
- Maintain material identification and installation records.
- Support inspection, testing preparation and completion activities within the authorised scope.
Shared requirements
- Available for the anticipated assignment duration and start date.
- Available for the stated working pattern.
- Able to communicate effectively in English on site.
- Appropriate permission to work in the Netherlands before mobilisation.
- Verifiable employment history, qualifications and relevant certificates.
- Willingness to complete the required site induction and role-specific assessments.
Qualifications and certification
- Valid B-VCA safety diploma, or a formally accepted equivalent, before mobilisation.
- Recognised pipefitting or mechanical trade qualification, apprenticeship, or demonstrable equivalent competence.
Additional qualifications — depending on assigned duties
- Relevant SSVV SOG-P flange-work qualification where performing flange assembly or disassembly.
- SSVV SOG-P "Working on flange connections according to protocol" where the work requires controlled, documented flange assembly.
- Relevant SOG-P torque and tensioning qualification where using that equipment under the project's procedures.
- Relevant lifting qualification where independently slinging or moving loads.
- Task-specific MEWP, work-at-height or confined-space training where required.
Flange qualifications must match the assigned work. Welding certificates are only required if welding or tack welding forms part of the authorised duties.
Final certification and site-access requirements will be confirmed during screening.
How to apply
Apply online using the button below, or email your CV and relevant certificates to [email protected].
Please include details of your trade qualifications, pipework experience and any relevant SOG-P or safety certificates when applying by email.
Email subject: Pipefitter — Rotterdam — October 2026
Please include:
- Your CV
- Current location
- Earliest available start date
- Expected hourly or daily rate in euros
- Relevant certificates and their expiry dates
- A summary of your right-to-work status for the Netherlands
Appointments are subject to client approval, verification of experience and qualifications, right-to-work checks and completion of site onboarding. Final assignment arrangements will be confirmed during recruitment.
Vacancy details
Ready to apply?
Apply with your CV and key details. Supporting certificates can be provided during screening.