Company
NMDC Group
Location
Abu Dhabi
Job type
Full-time
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Indeed
Job description
Supervise, guide and monitor the Welding Supervisors and Foremen involved in the daily operations of Welding section to ensure overall safety and reliability of equipment & crew and the efficient management of the Welding activities
RESPONSABILITIES: Supervise all activities associated with structural, piping welding
Identify requirements for personnel, equipment and welding consumables to meet project requirements
Coordinate with Welding Supervisors / Foremen, Welding Inspectors and third party NDT personnel
In charge of all the welding activities
Responsible for carrying out welding trials, qualification of welding procedures, training of welders
Responsible for implementing the applicable welding and QA/QC procedures and maintaining welders’ qualification validity
Conduct toolbox meeting with welding crew and promote safety awareness among them
Supervise setting up of welding, bevelling and clamping equipment and inspect the same for correct settings
Monitor consumption of welding electrodes, shielding gases, welding flux and other related material and report short-falls or request replenishment ahead of time to warehouse and field engineer
Coordinate with client, third party and inspection team on welding issues
Trouble shooting of welding related problems and maintain progress
Take necessary actions to establish a safe working environment
Compliance in accordance with Company codes and HSE standards
QUALIFICATIONS: Secondary School Certificate with a discipline-specific technical qualification, or equivalent
RESPONSABILITIES: Supervise all activities associated with structural, piping welding
Identify requirements for personnel, equipment and welding consumables to meet project requirements
Coordinate with Welding Supervisors / Foremen, Welding Inspectors and third party NDT personnel
In charge of all the welding activities
Responsible for carrying out welding trials, qualification of welding procedures, training of welders
Responsible for implementing the applicable welding and QA/QC procedures and maintaining welders’ qualification validity
Conduct toolbox meeting with welding crew and promote safety awareness among them
Supervise setting up of welding, bevelling and clamping equipment and inspect the same for correct settings
Monitor consumption of welding electrodes, shielding gases, welding flux and other related material and report short-falls or request replenishment ahead of time to warehouse and field engineer
Coordinate with client, third party and inspection team on welding issues
Trouble shooting of welding related problems and maintain progress
Take necessary actions to establish a safe working environment
Compliance in accordance with Company codes and HSE standards
QUALIFICATIONS: Secondary School Certificate with a discipline-specific technical qualification, or equivalent
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Quick answers about Welder Jobs in United Arab Emirates
Q
What is the standard monthly salary range for welders in UAE in 2026?
As per MOHRE labour market data, welders in the private sector earn a basic salary of AED 2,800 per month plus allowances totaling AED 3,500 on average as of 2026. Overtime pay is 125% of hourly rate for the first two hours and 150% thereafter. Contracts must specify salary and be approved by MOHRE.
Source: Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE)
Q
What visa and work permit do I need as a foreign welder in UAE?
Employers apply for a 60-day work permit via MOHRE for AED 600 in the skilled labour category 5 before your arrival. Upon entry, complete medical fitness test for AED 370 and apply for 2-year residence visa through ICP costing AED 1,025 including Emirates ID fees. Visa renews every 2 years with employer sponsorship.
Source: UAE Government Portal (u.ae)
Q
What education and experience are required for welder jobs in UAE?
Welders need a high school diploma or vocational welding certificate attested by the issuing country authority and MOHRE, plus minimum 2 years of relevant experience. Trade test may be required at MOHRE-approved centers for AED 200. Emirati welders get preference under Emiratisation quotas.
Source: Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE)
Q
What documents and process for welder work permit application in UAE?
Employer submits passport copy, 4 photos, attested qualifications, employment contract with AED 2,800 minimum basic salary, and medical fitness to MOHRE online portal; approval takes 5 working days. Entry permit issued for AED 200, valid 60 days for travel. No worker fees allowed per recruitment rules.
Source: Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE)
