About the position
Job Title: Welder
Department: Maintenance / Fabrication / Construction
Reports To: Welding Supervisor / Maintenance Supervisor / Fabrication Foreman
Location: Offshore / Onshore / Yard / Industrial Site
Job Type: Full-time / Rotational / Project-based
Job Purpose
To perform welding and fabrication tasks on structural, piping, or mechanical components, ensuring all work is carried out in accordance with welding procedures, safety standards, and quality specifications.
Key Responsibilities
- Interpret engineering drawings, welding procedures, and technical specifications.
- Perform welding using SMAW (Stick), GTAW (TIG), GMAW (MIG), or FCAW (Flux-core) processes depending on project requirements.
- Weld steel, stainless steel, and alloy materials for structural components, pressure piping, and equipment repairs.
- Conduct weld preparation, including cutting, grinding, fitting, and alignment of materials.
- Inspect and test welds visually and with basic non-destructive testing (NDT) tools.
- Adhere strictly to project welding procedures, WPS, and safety rules.
- Work in confined spaces, elevated areas, or hazardous environments as required.
- Maintain welding equipment and ensure proper housekeeping of the work area.
- Support maintenance and shutdown activities as needed.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Trade certification or apprenticeship in welding.
- Valid welding qualifications/certifications per ASME, AWS, or EN standards (e.g., 3G/4G/6G).
- For offshore work: Valid BOSIET, HUET, and offshore medical certificate.
Preferred Qualifications
- Multi-process and multi-material welding experience.
- Familiarity with offshore or industrial welding codes and standards (API, DNV, ABS, ISO, etc.).
- Experience in fabrication yards, refineries, or offshore installations.
- Basic knowledge of non-destructive testing (NDT) principles.
Skills and Competencies
- High level of precision and attention to detail.
- Ability to read and understand welding drawings and symbols.
- Strong safety awareness and knowledge of hot work procedures.
- Physical stamina and manual dexterity.
- Ability to work independently or in a team under tight deadlines.
Working Conditions
- Rotational or shift-based schedule, including night work.
- Work in high-heat environments, confined spaces, or at heights.
- Use of PPE including welding helmet, gloves, fire-retardant clothing, and respiratory protection.
- Exposure to fumes, sparks, and loud noise.
- Strict compliance with safety and permit-to-work systems is mandatory.
Desired Skills:
- Fitting
- Grinding
- Maintenance
- Welding
