Welder

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs

Q What is the exact minimum monthly salary for welders in Kuwait private sector as of January 2026?
The Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour sets the minimum wage for welders at 300 KWD per month in 2026, with overtime paid at 1.25 times the hourly rate after 8 hours daily. Employers must pay this amount directly into a local bank account by the 7th of each month.
Q What work permit and visa documents are required for foreign welders applying to jobs in Kuwait in 2026?
Foreign welders need a valid work permit from the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour plus a residence visa from the Ministry of Interior, requiring a passport valid for 2 years, medical fitness certificate, and police clearance issued within 3 months. The employer sponsors the visa which must be stamped within 60 days of arrival.
Q What minimum education and experience does the Kuwait government require for welder job eligibility in 2026?
Welders must hold at least a secondary school certificate plus 3 years documented experience in arc or MIG welding, verified through attested certificates from the home country embassy. No formal diploma is mandatory but a valid welding certification from an approved institute is checked during permit processing.
Q Which exact documents must welders submit when applying for a Kuwait work permit in 2026?
Applicants submit a completed Form 1 from MOSAL, attested educational certificates, experience letters, passport copies, 6 photos, and a contract signed by the employer showing 300 KWD minimum salary. All documents require Arabic translation and stamping by the Kuwait Embassy in the home country before submission.
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