Senior Welder / Welding Foreman

Senior Welder / Welding Foreman


Company
Hattan Investments LLC
Location
Dubai
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
AED 2K–AED 3K a month
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Role: Senior Welder / Welding Foreman

Location: Hatta, Dubai, UAE

Visit/Cancelled

Job description:
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols.
• Prepare materials by measuring, cutting, grinding, and aligning workpieces.
• Select proper electrodes, currents, and welding settings for each task.
• Inspect welds for strength, accuracy, and adherence to quality standards.
• Repair and modify metal structures using appropriate welding techniques.
• Maintain welding equipment and tools to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Follow all safety protocols, including PPE usage and fire‐prevention measures.
• Coordinate with fabricators and supervisors to complete tasks on schedule.
• Maintain documentation of completed welds, materials used, and daily work activities.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and preparation of welding materials and consumables.

Pay: AED2,000.00 - AED3,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):
• How many years experience as a welder?
• Mention your current visa status & expiry date.
• Are you able to join immediately?
• Are you living with your family in the UAE?

Work Location: In person

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs

Q What is the minimum wage for Welder Jobs in United Arab Emirates?
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation sets no statutory minimum wage for welders in the private sector as of 2026. Employers must pay at least AED 4,000 per month for skilled welders under standard work contracts registered with MoHRE. Overtime rates are fixed at 1.25 times the hourly rate for hours beyond 8 per day.
Q What visa and work permit requirements apply for international welders in UAE in 2026?
International welders require a work permit sponsored by a MoHRE-approved employer followed by a residence visa issued through ICP. The permit costs AED 300 for issuance and must be renewed every 2 years with a valid passport and medical fitness certificate. Quota-based approvals require the employer to maintain a 2:1 ratio of skilled expatriates to Emiratis in construction roles.
Q What education and experience are required to qualify for welder jobs in UAE?
MoHRE classifies welders as skilled workers requiring a minimum of 2 years documented experience plus a valid welding certification such as AWS or equivalent. Applicants must hold at least a secondary school certificate and pass a trade test conducted by approved centres before contract registration.
Q What documents are needed to apply for welder positions through official UAE channels?
Applications require a valid passport, attested educational certificates, experience letters, medical fitness report from a MoHRE-approved centre, and a no-objection certificate if changing employers. All documents must be submitted via the MoHRE e-services portal by 31 December 2026 for new contracts.
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