Welder

Kuwait City, Kuwait
Welder
Company
JobLeader
Location
Kuwait City
Job type
Full-time
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Job description
Overview
Job Title: Welder

Location: Al-Kuwait, Kuwait

Salary: 1200 KWD/Month

Duties and responsibilities, job title, salary and benefits.

Responsibilities

Assemble components using bolts, screws, clamps, rivets or other fasteners according to technical drawings

Prepare materials for welding by grinding down any imperfections or sharp edges on the material surfaces

Position the components together by using jigs or clamps prior to welding them together

Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in a safe and efficient manner according to prescribed welding techniques

Monitor the welds to ensure they meet the required standards of quality

Inspect welds for accuracy and a complete fusion of materials prior to completion of projects

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience as a Welder

Ability to read technical drawings and specifications

Excellent knowledge of welding techniques and methods of metal fabrication

Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently without supervision

Ability to understand safety precautions in welding operations

Physically fit with manual dexterity and good eye-hand coordination

Good communication skills in English (or Arabic if applicable)

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance based bonuses

Health insurance coverage

Paid holidays
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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in Kuwait

Q
What is the minimum salary required for a welder work permit in Kuwait in 2026?
As per the Public Authority for Manpower, the minimum salary for issuing a work permit for welders is KWD 320 per month as of January 2026. This applies to expatriate workers in the private sector under the approved occupational wage list. Salaries below this threshold will not be approved for visa processing.
Source: Public Authority for Manpower
Q
What are the visa requirements for international welders applying for jobs in Kuwait?
International welders need a job offer from a PAM-registered employer, followed by a work permit application via the PAM portal, requiring a salary of at least KWD 320 monthly. After PAM approval, apply for residency visa at Ministry of Interior within 60 days, including medical fitness test and police clearance. Processing takes 5-7 working days for PAM permit as of 2026.
Source: Public Authority for Manpower
Q
What education and experience are required for welder jobs in Kuwait?
Welders must have at least a high school diploma or vocational training certificate in welding, plus 3 years of verifiable experience in MIG/TIG/arc welding. Kuwaiti nationals require no experience, but expatriates need attested experience letters from previous employers. This is mandated under PAM occupational classification effective 2026.
Source: Public Authority for Manpower
Q
What documents are needed to apply for a welder job and work permit in Kuwait?
Required documents include passport copy valid for 6+ months, 4 passport photos, attested welding certificates, experience letters, CV, and medical fitness certificate from approved clinic costing KWD 25. Employer submits via PAM e-services portal; applicants upload scans within 48 hours of job offer. Approval grants 3-month entry visa as of 2026.
Source: Public Authority for Manpower