MIG/MAG welder (135/136)
Licences / certificates: EN ISO 9606-1 certificate (can be arranged pre-departure)
How we test: Test coupon in required positions (PB/PF/PC), visual inspection
Hire Welders in Poland — Gdańsk & Gdynia Shipyards, Steel Structures
Poland's shipyards and steel-structure fabricators recruit certified welders through ManBe. Coupon tests in your positions, EN ISO 9606 certification before departure, and electronic type-A permits without a labour-market test. Shipyard placements are usually arranged through the yard's subcontractors on sub-renting terms.
Talk to Sales10–16 weeks
Typical lead time
Abolished June 2025
Labour-market test
Electronic (praca.gov.pl)
Application
PLN 400 (over 3 months)
Permit fee
Welders & Metalworkers we recruit for Poland
TIG welder (141) stainless / aluminium
Licences / certificates: EN ISO 9606-1 / -2
How we test: Test coupon, root and cap inspection
Shipyard welder / hull fitter
Licences / certificates: EN ISO 9606, shipyard safety
How we test: Overhead and vertical positions, fitting to drawing
Steel fabricator / fitter
Licences / certificates: Trade test
How we test: Drawing reading, assembly, tack welding
Permit route for welding in Poland
Work permit (type A) issued by the voivode, applied for electronically; labour-market test abolished in June 2025. Full Poland guide →
| Route | Who it's for | Typical time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work permit type A | Non-EU workers employed by a Polish company | Statutory 30 days, in practice 1–3 months depending on the voivodeship | Applied for by the employer electronically. Fee PLN 400 for permits longer than 3 months. An employment contract must be uploaded before work starts. |
| National visa (D) for work | Every worker after the permit is issued | 2–6 weeks at the consulate; appointment availability in India varies | Consular slots are the most common bottleneck; we book early. |
| Seasonal work permit | Agriculture, horticulture, tourism, up to 9 months | Usually faster than type A | Fee PLN 100. |
| Employer declaration (oświadczenie) | Citizens of Armenia, Belarus, Moldova and Ukraine only | Days | Not available for Asian nationals. |
OUR PROCESS
A transparent, four-step journey to the perfect hire:
Brief & Blueprint
We kick off with a detailed intake role specs, culture fit, KPIs.
Search & Shortlist
Our talent network and AI-driven matching deliver a hand-picked shortlist.
Interview & Validate
We coordinate interviews, administer assessments and finalize compliance.
Place & Support
From offer acceptance to relocation logistics, we stay by your side.
Welders & Metalworkers in Poland — FAQ
- 10–16 weeks; welders already certified move fastest because no additional testing is needed on arrival.
- Certificates issued by an accredited body (TÜV, Bureau Veritas, DNV and similar) are generally accepted; employer-specific requalification on arrival is common for critical work. We use accredited test centres.
- Yes — shipbuilding in Klaipėda, Gdańsk and Gdynia is a regular destination, usually on sub-renting contracts with the yard's subcontractors.
- No. The starosta information (labour-market test) was removed on 1 June 2025.
- The statutory deadline is 30 days but real processing runs 1–3 months depending on the voivodeship, plus 2–6 weeks for the national visa.
Also hiring welding in: Lithuania, Latvia, Germany · Other sectors in Poland: Truck drivers, Construction, Manufacturing, Warehousing, Agriculture
NEED WELDERS & METALWORKERS IN POLAND?
Tell us the headcount, start date and any licences or certificates you require. We reply within 24 hours with a shortlist plan and the Poland timeline.
- ✓ Reply within 24 hours on working days
- ✓ Walk-in interviews and skills tests in the source country
- ✓ Permits, visas, travel and onboarding handled end-to-end