Your Gateway to Welder Jobs, Skilled Welding Hiring, and Industrial Recruitment in Norway.
Looking for a trusted welder recruitment agency in Norway? AtoZ Serwis Plus helps Norwegian offshore and oil & gas operators, maritime and shipbuilding yards, aluminium and metal-fabrication firms, and construction contractors hire qualified welders — MIG/MAG welders, TIG (WIG) welders, coded and pipe welders, and structural welders — across Stavanger, Bergen, Ålesund, Oslo, and beyond.
Norway is an EEA and Schengen member with one of Europe's highest-paying labour markets. Certified welders are recognised skilled workers and are in strong demand, especially in shipyards and offshore projects, and the skilled-worker residence permit provides the route for hiring from outside the EEA.
Norway's offshore oil & gas industry is among the world's largest, needing coded and pipe welders for platforms, modules, and subsea work. Its maritime and shipbuilding cluster — concentrated around Ålesund and the Møre region — builds advanced offshore and specialised vessels. Aluminium production, the emerging offshore-wind sector, and construction add further demand. With high wages and a tight labour market, Norwegian employers actively recruit welders internationally.
We focus on welding, so we understand the difference between a MIG/MAG welder for structural and shipyard work, a TIG welder for stainless and aluminium, a coded pipe welder for offshore and oil & gas, and a senior welding foreman — and we screen accordingly.
You gain a pre-vetted talent pool, faster time-to-hire, lower hiring risk through practical weld testing, lower total cost, and full compliance with UDI skilled-worker rules and collective-agreement pay and conditions. We also share regional pay benchmarks and shortage insights.
We recruit MIG/MAG welders, TIG (WIG) welders, coded and pressure welders, pipe welders, offshore and oil & gas welders, shipbuilding and marine welders, structural-steel welders, aluminium welders, maintenance welders, and welding foremen. Services include permanent placement, contract and project hiring, bulk crew hiring for shipyards and offshore projects, screening, EN ISO 9606 verification, skilled-worker permit coordination, relocation and onboarding.
| Industry | Key Talent Needs |
|---|---|
| Offshore Oil & Gas | Coded pipe welders, structural welders, module fabricators |
| Maritime & Shipbuilding (Ålesund, Møre) | Hull welders, MIG/MAG and pipe welders, fabricators |
| Aluminium & Metal Fabrication | Aluminium TIG welders, structural welders, fabricators |
| Construction & Offshore Wind | Structural welders, MIG/MAG welders, EN 1090 fabricators |
Norway has some of the highest wages in Europe, set largely by collective agreements. Figures below are indicative monthly gross pay; the Norwegian krone (NOK) is the currency, with approximate euro equivalents.
| Role | Indicative Monthly Gross (NOK) | Approx. EUR |
|---|---|---|
| Entry / general welder | 38,000 – 45,000 | €3,300 – €3,900 |
| Skilled MIG/MAG welder | 44,000 – 52,000 | €3,800 – €4,500 |
| TIG / coded / offshore welder | 52,000 – 70,000+ | €4,500 – €6,100+ |
| Welding foreman / supervisor | 65,000 – 85,000+ | €5,650 – €7,400+ |
Offshore and coded welders command the upper bands. Pay must meet the collective-agreement rate or what is normal for the occupation, in line with UDI requirements.
EU/EEA and Swiss nationals work freely (registering with the police). For third-country welders, the route is the skilled-worker residence permit issued by the Directorate of Immigration (UDI). The welder must have completed vocational training or equivalent qualifications, hold a concrete job offer, and be paid in line with the relevant collective agreement or what is normal for the occupation. Norway does not issue unskilled work permits to non-EEA nationals, so certified welders qualify while general labourers do not. A labour-market check may apply. Permanent residence is possible after three years. Processing is typically one to three months.
We map your requirements and confirm skilled-worker eligibility and collective-agreement pay, source through our networks, screen and EN ISO 9606-verify candidates, run practical weld and coding tests, complete reference checks, coordinate the UDI skilled-worker permit, and support relocation and onboarding.
We source qualified welders from across the Western Balkans, India, the Philippines, Turkey, and Eastern Europe, matching offshore, oil & gas, and maritime experience to Norwegian employers through the skilled-worker route.
Offshore, oil & gas, and the maritime cluster keep coded and pipe welders in strong demand, while the emerging offshore-wind sector adds fabrication work. From September 2025, UDI updated skilled-worker salary requirements, so welder offers must meet collective-agreement or normal occupational pay — making well-documented, compliant applications essential.
Quality comes from our welding focus and rigorous screening. Compliance comes from following UDI skilled-worker rules and collective-agreement pay at every step. Partnership comes from acting as a long-term welding-workforce advisor. Employers stay with us because we help them build stronger welding teams faster and with less risk.
Take the first step toward your welding career in Norway. Choose the option that fits you best.
Are you a certified welder — MIG/MAG, TIG (WIG), coded, pipe, or offshore — looking for well-paid welding work in Norway's offshore, oil & gas, or maritime sectors, with skilled-worker permit support? Register today and let us match you with verified Norwegian employers.
Register Now!Hire pre-screened MIG/MAG, TIG, and coded welders from our verified international talent pool for your Norwegian offshore, oil & gas, maritime, or construction operation. We handle EN ISO 9606 verification and the UDI skilled-worker residence permit process.
Register Now!Partner with our recruitment network to place certified MIG/MAG, TIG, and coded welders with verified Norwegian offshore, oil & gas, and maritime employers.
Register Now!It is a specialised firm that helps Norwegian offshore, oil & gas, maritime, and construction employers find, screen, and hire qualified welders — MIG/MAG, TIG, coded, pipe, and structural welders — and coordinates the skilled-worker residence permit process for foreign hires via UDI.
Yes. Certified welders qualify for the skilled-worker residence permit, as welding is recognised skilled work. Norway does not issue unskilled permits to non-EEA nationals, so vocational qualifications and certification are essential.
Pay must match the relevant collective-agreement rate or what is normal for the occupation, in line with UDI rules updated in September 2025. Norwegian welder pay is among the highest in Europe.
Yes. Certified welders (MIG, TIG, arc) are in strong demand, especially in shipyards and offshore oil & gas projects, alongside maritime, aluminium, and construction work.
Indicative monthly gross pay ranges from about NOK 38,000–45,000 (€3,300–€3,900) for entry-level welders to NOK 52,000–70,000+ (€4,500–€6,100+) for TIG, coded, and offshore welders, with foremen higher.
Employers expect EN ISO 9606 welder qualifications and vocational certification, with EN 1090 for structural steel and coding for offshore, pressure, and pipe work. We verify all qualifications and run practical weld tests.
Stavanger (oil & gas), Ålesund and the Møre region (maritime and shipbuilding), Bergen (offshore and industry), and the Oslo region (construction and engineering) lead demand.
UDI processing for skilled-worker permits is typically one to three months once a complete application is filed. We prepare compliant files and contracts to avoid delays.
Yes. We source from the Western Balkans, India, the Philippines, Turkey, and Eastern Europe, prioritising offshore, oil & gas, and maritime experience.
No. All immigration decisions rest with the Norwegian authorities (UDI) and hiring decisions with employers. We provide structured professional support, not guarantees.
Speak to a recruitment specialist. Get pre-vetted MIG/MAG welders, TIG welders, and coded and offshore welders for your Norwegian offshore, oil & gas, maritime, or construction operation — with EN ISO 9606 verification and full skilled-worker residence permit and UDI support. Trusted by employers across Stavanger, Ålesund, and Bergen.
Hiring the right welder is one of the most important decisions a Norwegian offshore operator, shipyard, fabrication firm, or construction contractor will make. The right hire delivers sound welds, passes inspection, and keeps projects on schedule; the wrong hire fails weld tests, compromises safety, and drives up turnover costs.
AtoZ Serwis Plus combines welding-specific expertise, offshore and maritime sourcing experience, full compliance with UDI skilled-worker rules and collective-agreement pay, and end-to-end support from sourcing to onboarding. Contact us today to build a stronger welding team in Norway.
AtoZ Serwis Plus provides professional recruitment and immigration-coordination services for Norwegian employers seeking qualified welders. We do not guarantee employment outcomes, residence-permit approvals, or visa decisions. All immigration and hiring decisions are made solely by the competent Norwegian authorities, including the Directorate of Immigration (UDI), and by registered employers. Salary requirements and rules change periodically; the information on this page is for general guidance only and may change. For specific advice, consult licensed professionals and official government sources.
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