WELDER
Company
DP World
Location
Dubai
Job Type
Full-time
Via
Oracle
Job Description
• Welding repairs of piping, plant, equipment’s etc and fabrication of skip buckets
• SMAW welding for fabrications, pipe work etc.
• Welding for the manufacturing & modification of gangways, cradles and other yard related equipment’s and sheet metal jobs.
• Welding for modification of shiplift platform structure, STC platform structure, Grating and Rails.
• Responsible for the safe usage of company equipments / tools and adequate control on material wastage.
• Maintain good working relationship with workers, appointed foreman, supervisors and management.
• Perform duties of a Foreman as required / appointed for individual projects.
• Ensure materials are of required standard prior to use, reporting damages when required.
• Work within allocated timescale to meet department targets
• Attend any training for any activity required by the department.
• Maintain good housekeeping in all work areas.
• SMAW welding for fabrications, pipe work etc.
• Welding for the manufacturing & modification of gangways, cradles and other yard related equipment’s and sheet metal jobs.
• Welding for modification of shiplift platform structure, STC platform structure, Grating and Rails.
• Responsible for the safe usage of company equipments / tools and adequate control on material wastage.
• Maintain good working relationship with workers, appointed foreman, supervisors and management.
• Perform duties of a Foreman as required / appointed for individual projects.
• Ensure materials are of required standard prior to use, reporting damages when required.
• Work within allocated timescale to meet department targets
• Attend any training for any activity required by the department.
• Maintain good housekeeping in all work areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
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.
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.
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.
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.
