Senior Fabrication Lead – Oil & Gas EPC

Archirodon Group N.V.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Archirodon Group N.V. seeks an experienced Fabrication Manager to lead all shop activities for structural steel, piping, and equipment supports in Abu Dhabi.

You will ensure compliance with ADNOC standards and welding procedures while coordinating with engineering, procurement, QA/QC, planning, and construction teams. The role requires 12–15 years of fabrication experience in Oil & Gas or EPC projects, with at least 5 years in a managerial capacity, and strong knowledge of ASME/API/AWS/ADNOC

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering / Production Engineering (preferred).
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with extensive experience may be considered.
• Welding inspection certification (CSWIP / AWS) is an advantage.
• Relevant HSE training and ADNOC project experience preferred.
• Minimum 12–15 years of experience in fabrication for Oil & Gas or EPC projects.
• At least 5 years in a managerial or supervisory fabrication role.
• Strong knowledge of ASME, API, AWS, and ADNOC standards.
• Proven experience managing structural steel and piping fabrication works.
• In-depth knowledge of welding processes, NDT methods, and quality control procedures.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Experience handling large fabrication yards and multiple concurrent work fronts.
• Good understanding of material management and procurement coordination.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all fabrication shop activities including structural steel, piping spools, skids, and equipment supports.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, approved drawings, welding procedures (WPS), and ADNOC standards.
• Develop and implement fabrication schedules aligned with overall project timelines.
• Monitor fabrication progress and productivity; take corrective actions to meet targets.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, QA/QC, planning, and construction teams to ensure smooth workflow.
• Ensure strict implementation of HSE standards and safe working practices within the fabrication yard.
• Oversee material control, traceability, and storage to prevent shortages or delays.
• Manage subcontractors and shop supervisors to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Ensure all inspection and testing requirements (NDT, dimensional checks, etc.) are completed before dispatch.
• Participate in client inspections and audits; ensure readiness for third-party inspections.
• Control fabrication costs and optimize manpower and resource allocation.
• Prepare weekly and monthly fabrication progress reports for management review.

Skills

Leadership

Welding inspection

NDT methods

ASME standards

ADNOC standards

Project management

HSE knowledge

Materials management

Communication

Team management

Procurement coordination

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical/Production Engineering

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Archirodon Group N.V. seeks an experienced Fabrication Manager to lead all shop activities for structural steel, piping, and equipment supports in Abu Dhabi.

You will ensure compliance with ADNOC standards and welding procedures while coordinating with engineering, procurement, QA/QC, planning, and construction teams. The role requires 12–15 years of fabrication experience in Oil & Gas or EPC projects, with at least 5 years in a managerial capacity, and strong knowledge of ASME/API/AWS/ADNOC