Reinforced iron worker
In construction you work with many concrete foundations and walls. That’s where reinforced concrete comes in. That’s the key to safe foundations, floors, and columns. As an iron weaver you weave the reinforcements before the concrete is poured. Without your steel frames the concrete cracks and damages sooner, weakening the safety. Because of the iron framework, constructions become exceedingly robust. AB Midden Nederland has the right iron weaver job opening for you!
Reinforced iron worker vacancies
What we offer
Next to appreciation and personal guidance
- Hourly wage of €15 – €19 per hour
- Fixed-term contract, with prospect of a permanent contract
- Clients that appreciate your work
- Possible to grow into the function of work planner
Strike while the iron is hot
As an iron weaver you make sure reinforcement steel is correctly installed at the construction site. You make the iron rebars of various lengths and cross-sections. These rebars must often be cut and bent to provide a sturdy framework. Eventually the reinforced bars promote a better bond with concrete, reducing the risk of slippage while increasing tensile strength. The steel frame can’t move out of position during concrete pouring. You may have to perform welding activities. Your main tasks are:
- Reading technical drawing
- Weaving iron/steel reinforcement bars
- Cutting and bending iron (and sometimes welding)
- Assembling and placing the iron framework
As strong as steel
Physical health plays a vital role because you do physical work on the construction site. That can be quite demanding for your body. An education is not necessary, but you do not back off for physical work! Both trained and untrained employees are welcome. As long as you want to learn the craft of iron weaver. You need some technical insight and have no trouble picturing shapes and reading blueprints. You can work individually or with other iron weavers. There are welding courses available if you want to have more responsibilities at work. Together with AB Midden Nederland we decide when you are ready for that course. With a wider variety of skills, you have a broader deployability in construction and infrastructure.
Frequently asked questions
Experience is helpful, but not always required. With the right motivation and commitment, you can learn the trade in practice, often under the guidance of experienced colleagues.
You mainly work on large construction projects such as housing developments, commercial buildings and infrastructure projects. Most work is new construction, but renovation also occurs.
Mostly yes. You often work on construction sites outdoors, so it is important that you are comfortable working in different weather conditions.
The work is physically demanding. You work with steel, bend and lift a lot, and often stay in the same position. Good physical fitness is therefore important.
You almost always work in a team. Together with colleagues, you ensure that the reinforcement work is done safely and according to schedule.
Yes. You use technical drawings to know where and how the reinforcement steel must be placed. This is often learned step by step in practice.
Working safely is very important. You wear protective clothing and follow safety instructions. A VCA certificate is usually required.
Yes. You can grow into an all round steel fixer, foreman, or move into other construction roles such as concrete carpenter.
You get a fixed contact person who supports you with work, safety and training. We stay involved throughout your assignment.
As a steel fixer, you install and tie reinforcing steel for concrete structures. This includes foundations, floors, walls and bridge components.
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