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Metalworker
Shape and assemble metal components through cutting, welding, and shaping techniques while adhering to safety standards and project specifications.
18 000 – 40 000 EUR (€)
Average salary / year
Secondary vocational education
Education level
00
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
1-2 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
1-2 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare
Compensation
GROSS ANNUAL SALARY
Junior
0–2 years of experience
18 000 – 22 000 EUR/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
22 000 – 30 000 EUR/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
30 000 – 40 000 EUR/ year
Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.
Entering the profession — Belgium
Entry is generally through vocational schools or apprenticeships.
Adult learners can access retraining programs to enter the profession.
Training — Belgium
Training typically involves secondary vocational education with practical metalworking skills and safety training.
Apprenticeships are common to gain hands-on experience.
The job market — Belgium
The metalworking sector offers stable employment mainly in construction and manufacturing industries.
Demand is steady with some regional variations.
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How to become a Metalworker?
