Job Description

WALK-IN INTERVIEW
Date: 28th SEPTEMBER 2025
Time: 08:30 AM to 05:00 PM
Fabrication & Welding Supervisor
Job Title: Fabrication & Welding Supervisor (Pipe & Structural)
Reports To: Fabrication Manager / Project Manager
Department: Operations / Fabrication
1. Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Fabrication & Welding Supervisor to lead our pipe and structural fabrication and welding teams. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing all day-to-day activities on the shop floor, ensuring that projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires a hands-on leader with extensive technical knowledge and proven supervisory skills in an industrial fabrication environment.
2. Key Responsibilities
A. Leadership & Personnel Management:

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of fabricators, fitters, and welders.
• Schedule work assignments, allocate resources efficiently, and manage team productivity.
• Conduct performance reviews, identify training needs, and support the professional development of team members.
• Foster a positive, safe, and collaborative work environment.
• Resolve any workforce issues promptly and effectively.

B. Production & Quality Control:

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee the entire fabrication process for pipe spools and structural steel components from cutting and fitting to welding and finishing.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, isometrics, P&IDs, and specifications to ensure accurate execution.
• Ensure all work complies with project specifications, relevant codes (e.g., ASME, AWS, API), and company quality standards.
• Implement and enforce Quality Control (QC) procedures, including overseeing fit-up inspections and coordinating with QC inspectors for NDE (Non-Destructive Examination).
• Manage material control, including issuing materials from the warehouse and minimizing waste.

C. Health, Safety & Environment (HSE):

• Champion a culture of safety-first, ensuring strict adherence to all company and site-specific HSE policies and procedures.
• Conduct daily toolbox talks, safety meetings, and job hazard analyses.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained and used safely. Promote proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Investigate any incidents, near-misses, or safety violations and implement corrective actions.

D. Planning & Administration:

• Monitor project timelines and milestones, reporting progress to management.
• Track labor hours, material usage, and other key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Identify and mitigate potential delays or issues that could impact the project schedule.
• Complete necessary daily reports, timesheets, and documentation accurately and on time.

E. Pre-Commissioning Support:

• Coordinate and supervise pre-commissioning activities, which may include hydro-testing, pneumatic testing, cleaning, and preservation of systems.
• Ensure all pre-commissioning documentation is completed correctly.

3. Qualifications & Experience
Education:

• Degree or Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Welding, Structural, or related field).

Experience:

• Option 1: 7+ years of experience in pipe and structural fabrication/welding, with a minimum of 3 years in a Lead position (e.g., Lead Welder, Lead Fitter).
• Option 2: 5+ years of experience in a similar supervisory role within a heavy industrial environment (e.g., Oil & Gas, Power Generation, Shipbuilding, Heavy Machinery).

Technical Skills:

• Expert knowledge of pipe and structural fabrication processes, techniques, and materials.
• In-depth understanding of welding processes (SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW) and procedures (WPS/PQR).
• Strong ability to read and interpret complex fabrication drawings, isometric drawings, and blueprints.
• Familiarity with relevant codes and standards (ASME Section IX, B31.3, AWS D1.1, etc.).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

4. Personal Attributes

• Strong Leader: Able to motivate, direct, and hold teams accountable.
• Excellent Communicator: Clear and effective in speaking and writing with team members, management, and clients.
• Problem-Solver: Proactive in identifying issues and implementing effective solutions.
• Detail-Oriented: Meticulous in ensuring quality and accuracy in all work.
• Decisive: Able to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Organized: Excellent planning, prioritization, and time-management skills.

5. Working Conditions

• Primarily based in a fabrication shop environment with exposure to noise, fumes, and varying temperatures.
• Physical demands include standing for long periods, walking, bending, and occasional lifting.
• Use of mandatory Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including FR clothing, safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed boots is required.
• May require overtime or shift work to meet project deadlines.

Skills Required