Work as a welder abroad is an attractive profession for many, thanks to which you can earn real money in comfortable conditions. In addition, it will be possible to significantly improve their own qualifications, to tighten their knowledge of foreign languages. In this article we will tell you what conditions and requirements are imposed on workers from Russia in this position, what documents will need to be executed.
Job search
Work as a welder abroad is a real opportunity for Russian citizens to realize themselves as a highly professional specialist, receive a good salary, and make a worthy career. The main thing is to get legalized on a work visa. Any other options in most foreign countries, especially European ones, are excluded. In this case, you may be deported, permanently banned from appearing in the country.
There are several classic options for finding a job abroad as a welder. It is worth using one of them. You can track offers appearing on the Internet, or seek help from a specialized agency that recruits specialists to send them abroad later.
You need to understand that in the process of searching on the Internet for vacancies for working as a welder abroad, Russians have the opportunity to study specific employment options by choosing the locality or city in which they would like to stay.
Make sure your ad contains the words "international" or "multicultural." This means that the company agrees to work with foreigners, and practices a similar employment option.
You can, of course, go looking for a job as a welder abroad yourself, without first agreeing on interviews on the Internet and without contacting a specialized agency. But this option will cost too much. In addition, its productivity may be low.
Work in Europe
Choosing where to go to work as a shift welder for a semiautomatic device abroad, many opt for Germany. In this country, this is a fairly common specialty, in addition, many large companies are willing to cooperate with foreign workers, including from Russia.
In this article, we will talk about the features of employment abroad using the example of this country. In addition, most other states have similar conditions.
Employment Features
If you are looking for work in Germany, you need to know that when choosing a candidate, German companies primarily pay attention to specialists from European Union countries. Only then can they give preference to residents of Eastern European states.
Moreover, in recent years, finding a job in Germany is not so easy, because unemployment is rising. So the Germans themselves often get jobs that they themselves had not yet considered for themselves as priority employment options several years ago. All this leads to the fact that it becomes more difficult for foreigners to find a vacancy for themselves. However, do not despair, a true professional will always be able to find a place for himself, regardless of his citizenship.
When settling in small firms and companies, you need to understand that they will not be able to provide themselves with the same conditions as large concerns. Therefore, initially in such a situation, one will have to rely on a lower level of wages. Although the salary is not always reflected.
The income is affected by the place where the workshop or factory where you are applying for a job is located. In small towns there are many times fewer opportunities to pay you a decent salary than in large cities.
Bonuses and language skills
It is noteworthy that some German companies provide their employees with additional packages in the form of holidays, bonuses, bonuses and even social security.
At the same time, working abroad will require in-depth knowledge of a foreign language, since a special license needs to be updated every two years. Be prepared for the fact that without knowledge of the language, getting a job will be simply unrealistic. Moreover, if after receiving the diploma the specialist does not find work within six months, his license is canceled.
In the field of welding in Germany, there are many continuing education courses. If necessary, you can receive training in the profession in accordance with DVS standards. These are the requirements of the German Welding Union and related technologies for arc, gas, semi-automatic welding.
Documents
You will need the following documents to work as a welder abroad:
- certificate of knowledge of foreign languages at the level of B1 or B2;
- a resume that will explain why you want to work as a welder, as well as the reasons why you consider yourself worthy of this job;
- Photo;
- autobiography;
- copies of professional and educational diplomas that must be translated into the language of the country in which you plan to work.
Without the above documents, employment in a foreign country will be impossible. In addition to the original papers, you must have their electronic copies in pdf-format. In another form they will not be considered.
Requirements
Everyone who is going to get a job as a welder in Germany and most other European countries must meet certain requirements:
- The presence of a basic professional education with an appropriate diploma.
- The age for working as a welder abroad is not more than 55 years.
- Experience in the specialty for at least three years.
- The ability to read drawings and assignments.
- The presence of metal working skills from 10 to 40 mm (stainless steel, ferrous metal, aluminum).
- Knowledge of the welding method by a semiautomatic device, the ability to handle an argon-arc welding machine.
- The presence of positive reviews and recommendations from the previous place of work.
- Knowledge of all kinds of seams - butt, corner, butt, overlap.
- Have good physical health. Great importance is attached to hygiene at work and the absence of bad habits.
- Some employers require a driver’s license, but this is not a prerequisite.
Recently, abroad the most popular are welders' specializations related to work on diffusion devices, the ability to handle thermite or press welding is required, they are looking for gas welding specialists, workers in cathode-ray stations.
Qualification Nuances
Qualification requirements for a welder may vary depending on which particular specialty you are applying for. For example, a candidate for press welding must know how to operate the equipment, as well as be able to understand the symbols for seams in the drawings, prepare metal structures for diffusion to begin, and distinguish electrodes.
From the workers of cathode-ray stations it is required:
- navigate in the features of turning on / off the equipment in an emergency mode in case of emergency;
- thorough knowledge of the principles of operation of the station and welding equipment on it;
- strict compliance with safety requirements;
- ability to distinguish joints and seams;
- understanding what to do with electromagnetic lenses.
Diffuse welding only requires the knowledge of the features of the variety of seams and equipment control, as well as the technical features of the elements that are welded.
Specialists who are involved in thermite welding should have full equipment, be able to prepare specialized mixtures, and also know how to properly lay and pack the mixture.
To work as a gas welder, it is important to understand the conventional signs of joints, to know all types of gas welders without exception, to safely and correctly supply gas and air, to understand what permissible pressure is.
Working conditions
If you plan to get a job as a welder in Germany, you must understand what conditions await you. Visiting specialists work five or six days a week for 8-12 hours.
The company provides a place to live for its employee, but almost always at the expense of the employee. The cost of rental housing is deducted from the salary. As a rule, this amount does not exceed 350 euros per month.
The employer provides work clothes and shoes. Food is not provided, you have to buy it for your money.
Earnings level
The salary of a welder abroad depends on the rate per hour. As a rule, it ranges from 9 to 15 euros.
All social contributions and taxes are deducted automatically, depending on the respective payer class. As a result, the amount of salary after all deductions of contributions is from 1,500 to 2,300 euros, that is, from 112.5 to 172.5 thousand rubles per month. At the same time, workers who specialize in welding ferrous metals receive less than those associated with aluminum or stainless steel.
Of course, such a salary is much higher than the salaries that welders can count on in Russia. So many people admit that the game is worth the candle, they do everything possible to get a job abroad.
Useful Tips
Experienced welders who have already managed to find work abroad are advised to master as many skills in their field as possible if you want to get a profitable and comfortable place. It is recommended for the welder to master MIG-MAG 135, 111, 136, 141 welding at an equally high level. It is important to be able to work not only with ferrous, but also with non-ferrous metals. Inert gas handling is especially appreciated.
A big plus in your resume will be the ability to work with semi-automatic welding, you should also learn how to cook a tungsten electrode in argon, which does not melt at the same time. If you meet high professional requirements, you can find work even in difficult economic conditions, as extra-class specialists are always required.