Workplace
Great work starts with good people
More than 150 people with different skills, backgrounds and experience make Héðinn what it is. From apprentices taking their first steps to specialists with decades of experience, we work together, learn from each other and take pride in what we build.
A 10,000 m2 industrial facility built for demanding work
Héðinn's headquarters at Gjáhella 4 in Hafnarfjörður houses the company's production and engineering activity under one roof. The main building covers approximately 10,000 square meters of workshop and office space, with additional service workshop at Grundartangi and presence at Akureyri, and Norway.
We focus on excellent environment for employees with fitness gym, locker rooms, cafeteria with daily hot meals, activity room with golf simulator, darts and more.
Hafnarfjörður sits just south of Reykjavik with good road access and close proximity to Reykjavik's harbour and the main industrial corridors. The location puts Héðinn within reach of fishing fleets, energy installations, and heavy industry customers throughout the country.
Want to join the team – check out available positions here.
How we work together
Our four core values, Innovation, Integrity, Ambition and Joy, guide everything we do at Héðinn. On the workplace, they come to life in how we work together, share knowledge, solve challenges and treat one another.
Innovation: We stay curious, share knowledge and look for better ways of doing things.
Integrity: We do what we say, take responsibility and communicate openly.
Ambition: We take pride in our work, show initiative and aim to do things well.
Joy: We believe work should also be enjoyable, with room for humour, good relationships and celebrating success together.
Héðinn By The Numbers
A century of industrial work, still growing
Founded in 1922 and continuously expanding, Héðinn is one of Iceland's largest metalworking and mechanical engineering companies.
Over a century of metalworking and mechanical engineering in Iceland.
Steelworkers, machinists, engineers, marine technicians, and support staff.
Main production and engineering facility at Gjáhella 4, Hafnarfjörður.
Hafnarfjörður, Grundartangi, Akureyri, and Norway.
What It Is Like To Work Here
Practical, safe, and certified for equal treatment
Héðinn's workplace is built around the requirements of industrial production. The standards applied to equipment and process quality extend to how the company manages safety, pay, and professional development.
Industrial work carries real risk, and Héðinn treats safety as a non-negotiable operating condition. Protective gear, formal risk assessments, and department-level safety routines are standard practice across all teams.
- Department-level safety protocols
- Formal risk assessment processes
- Regular safety reviews and training
Héðinn holds equal-pay certification, verifying that compensation is determined by role, scope, and performance rather than gender or background. The certification is maintained through regular audits.
- Certified equal-pay standard
- Role-based compensation
- Regular certification audits
Héðinn has a long history of bringing tradespeople through formal apprenticeships. The company works with vocational education programs and provides structured on-the-job training for steelworkers, machinists, and mechanics.
- Formal trade apprenticeships
- Vocational education partnerships
- Structured on-the-job training
The breadth of work at Héðinn means that no two weeks are identical. Teams move between fabrication, machining, marine service, energy plant work, and customer site support depending on project demand.
- Cross-industry project exposure
- Workshop and on-site assignments
- Multi-discipline project teams
The Hafnarfjörður facility includes a staff cafeteria, a fitness center, modern locker rooms, and comfortable office and lounge areas. Shift workers and workshop staff have dedicated changing and rest facilities.
- Staff cafeteria at headquarters
- Fitness center on site
- Locker rooms and lounge areas
Héðinn's client base spans fisheries, energy, marine, and heavy industry. The diversity of sectors provides resilience and consistent workload, supporting stable long-term employment across all departments.
- Multi-sector client base
- Consistent project pipeline
- Over 100 years of operation
Common questions from candidates
Practical answers about working at Héðinn for those considering an application.
Most production and workshop roles follow standard daytime shifts. Some service and repair roles include on-call or shift arrangements depending on customer requirements. Specific hours are confirmed at the time of recruitment and vary by department and role.
Yes. The Gjáhella 4 site includes on-site parking for staff. The facility is also accessible by public transport from Reykjavik and the greater capital area.
Yes. Héðinn has a long tradition of taking on apprentices in steelwork, machining, and mechanical trades. Apprenticeships are run in partnership with the Icelandic vocational education system. Contact the company or check the careers page for current openings.
Héðinn hires steelworkers, machinists, mechanical engineers, marine engineers, mechanics, technical engineers, project managers, administrative staff, and support roles. The company also hires across service locations in Akureyri and at Grundartangi.
Open positions are listed on the careers page. Unsolicited applications are also welcome. Use the contact form or reach out directly at hedinn@hedinn.is with a brief description of your background and area of interest.
Specialists across every stage of metalwork and mechanical service
The workforce at Héðinn spans a wide range of disciplines. The Plate Department handles carbon and stainless steel fabrication and is the company's primary production unit. The Lathe and Milling Department covers precision machining for components that require close tolerances. The Ship and Machinery Department carries out installation, repair, and overhaul of marine equipment and propulsion systems.
Technical Service engineers support customers across Iceland and internationally with diagnostics, service contracts, spare parts, and field assignments. The design and project teams work alongside production to take jobs from initial drawings through to installation and commissioning. Administrative, procurement, and management staff support the full operation.
Most departments are based at the Hafnarfjörður headquarters, with service staff also deployed at Grundartangi, Akureyri, and in Norway depending on customer location and project requirements.
Bring your trade to a company that puts it to work
Whether you are an experienced tradesperson, a recent graduate, or looking to start an apprenticeship, Héðinn is a workplace where technical skill has real consequences. See current openings or send an unsolicited application.
Gjáhella 4, 221 Hafnarfjörður | +354 569 2100 | hedinn@hedinn.is