Welding Leadman

Job Title: Welding Leadman
Location: Dubai
Experience: 3 Years
Salary: Depends Upon Experience

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise a team of welders in the welding tasks and projects.
  
• Ensure that all welding operations are performed in accordance with company standards, client specifications, and safety regulations.
  
• Oversee the preparation, fitting, and welding of materials, ensuring high-quality work.
  
• Provide onsite guidance and training to junior welders, ensuring their skills meet required standards.
  
• Review welding blueprints, drawings, and other project specifications to ensure accurate and efficient work.
  
• Monitor work progress and adjust schedules and workloads as necessary to meet project deadlines.
  
• Inspect completed welds to ensure compliance with welding codes and standards (e.g. ASME, AWS).
  
• Report any issues related to welding, including material defects, safety concerns, and quality problems.
  
• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and other departments to ensure welding tasks are completed on time and within budget.
  
• Maintain welding equipment and tools, ensuring they are in good working condition.
  

Essential Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent; certification in welding or related technical field is preferred.
  
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in welding, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or leadership role.
  
• Certification in welding (e.g. AWS CWI, CSWIP) is preferred.
  
• In-depth knowledge of various welding techniques, materials, and welding codes.
  
• Experience working in industries such as oil & gas, construction, or manufacturing.
  

Skills Required:

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team of welders.
  
• Expertise in welding techniques, including MIG, TIG, Stick, and others.
  
• Familiarity with welding codes and standards (e.g. ASME, AWS, API).
  
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail to ensure the quality and safety of welding operations.
  
• Excellent communication skills for coordinating with team members and other departments.
  
• Ability to read and interpret welding blueprints and technical drawings.
  
• Strong organizational skills to manage work schedules and material requirements.
  
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks efficiently.