WELDING SUPERINTENDENT

WELDING SUPERINTENDENT

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in United Arab Emirates

Q What is the minimum salary for welder jobs in UAE to get a work permit in 2026?
As per MOHRE, the minimum basic salary for welders to obtain a work permit is AED 3,000 per month excluding housing allowance as of 2026. Total compensation often reaches AED 5,000 including food and accommodation paid by employer. Payments must be processed through the Wage Protection System monthly.
Q What visa requirements apply for foreign welders seeking jobs in UAE in 2026?
Employers sponsor the work permit via MOHRE for AED 300 (1 year) to AED 600 (3 years), followed by a 60-day entry permit. Foreign welders must pass medical fitness test costing AED 350 and obtain residence visa valid 2-3 years via GDRFA. Labour ban check is required unless waived.
Q What education and experience are needed for welder positions in UAE?
Welders require a high school diploma or vocational welding certificate plus minimum 2 years relevant experience for work permit approval. International certificates must be attested by issuing country authorities and UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs. No bachelor's degree is mandated.
Q What documents are required for welder work permit application in UAE?
Submit passport valid for 6 months, 4 passport photos, attested welding certificates and experience letters, employment contract, and medical report. Employer files via MOHRE smart app or Tasheel centers with fees AED 100-500. Processing takes 5-10 working days.
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