Welding Supervisor

Target Engineering Construction Co LLC; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

Target Engineering Construction Co LLC is seeking an experienced Welding Supervisor to lead welding and fabrication activities across EPC projects and fabrication facilities in the UAE. You will drive safety, quality, and productivity while coordinating with engineering, QA/QC, and planning teams.

The role requires 10–12 years in welding/fabrication with 3–5 years in a supervisory capacity, plus exposure to Oil & Gas EPC, petrochemical, marine, or heavy fabrication environments.

Qualifications

• 10–12 years welding and fabrication experience.
• 3–5 years in a Welding Supervisor/Foreman role.
• Experience within Oil & Gas EPC Projects, Petrochemical Facilities, Marine & Offshore Projects, Heavy Fabrication Yards.

Responsibilities

• Review engineering drawings, isometrics, specifications, and fabrication documents.
• Develop daily and weekly welding schedules and manpower plans.
• Lead and supervise welders, fitters, foremen, and support crews.
• Monitor welding parameters and ensure compliance with WPS requirements.
• Coordinate with QA/QC, NDT, Engineering, Planning, and Client representatives.
• Prepare progress reports and weld maps; manage NCRs and traceability.

Skills

Welding Processes

Read Drawings

Quality Assurance

Leadership

Planning & Scheduling

Supervisory Experience

Oil & Gas EPC

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Fabrication/Welding Technology

Supervisory Certification

CSWIP 3.0/3.1

AWS CWI

BGAS Certification

Job description

Are you an experienced Welding Supervisor with a strong background in Oil & Gas EPC projects? We are seeking a highly skilled professional to lead welding and fabrication activities, ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and productivity across our project sites and fabrication facilities.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic EPC organization delivering world-class energy and infrastructure projects.

WHO WE ARE

Target Engineering brings 50+ years of experience in EPC and industrial infrastructure. With in-house fabrication, marine expertise, and multidisciplinary capability, we deliver projects with scale, confidence, and care.

WHY JOIN US

At Target Engineering, you’ll work on large-scale energy, marine, and civil infrastructure projects. Join a business with deep technical roots, where your voice is heard, your impact is visible, and your career is part of a legacy of excellence.

YOUR ROLE

As Welding Supervisor, you will

Planning & Execution

• Review engineering drawings, isometrics, specifications, and fabrication documents.
• Develop daily and weekly welding schedules and manpower plans.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Planning teams to ensure work fronts are available.
• Verify fit-up, joint preparation, and alignment prior to welding activities.
• Ensure resources, consumables, tools, and equipment are available to meet project requirements.

Welding Supervision

• Lead and supervise welders, fitters, foremen, and support crews.
• Provide technical guidance on welding methods, procedures, and quality expectations.
• Monitor welding parameters and ensure compliance with approved WPS requirements.
• Manage welding sequences to minimize distortion and avoid rework.
• Resolve welding-related technical issues and production bottlenecks.

Quality Assurance & Inspection

• Conduct pre-weld, in-process, and post-weld visual inspections.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, WPS, ITPs, and industry standards.
• Coordinate with QA/QC and NDT teams for inspections and testing activities.
• Support root cause analysis of weld defects and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure efficient management of NCRs, repairs, and welding traceability requirements.

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce welding and hot work safety procedures at all times.
• Verify hot work permits, gas tests, fire watch arrangements, and barricading.
• Ensure proper use of PPE and adherence to HSE standards.
• Promote a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

Workforce & Resource Management

• Allocate work according to welder qualifications and project priorities.
• Monitor productivity, attendance, and workforce performance.
• Coach, mentor, and develop junior welding personnel.
• Manage welding consumables, equipment, and maintenance requirements.

Reporting & Coordination

• Prepare progress reports, manpower allocation reports, and productivity updates.
• Maintain weld maps, repair logs, and consumable records.
• Coordinate with QA/QC, Engineering, Planning, Material Control, HSE, and Client representatives.
• Support fabrication, installation, inspection, and commissioning activities as required.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Experience

• 10-12 years of welding and fabrication experience.
• Minimum 3-5 years in a Welding Supervisor, Welding Foreman, or equivalent leadership role.
• Proven experience within: Oil & Gas EPC Projects, Petrochemical Facilities, Industrial Construction, Marine & Offshore Projects, Heavy Fabrication Yards

Education and Certifications

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Fabrication Technology, Welding Technology, or equivalent (preferred).
• Supervisory Certification is an advantage.
• Additional certifications such as: CSWIP 3.0 / 3.1 Visual Inspection, AWS CWI (Basic), BGAS Certification, Other relevant welding certifications.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Strong knowledge of welding processes: SMAW, GTAW (TIG), GMAW (MIG), FCAW, SAW
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, WPS, ITPs, isometrics, and welding documentation.
• Solid understanding of welding consumables, metallurgy, welding parameters, and fabrication practices.
• Familiarity with international codes, standards, and welding quality requirements.

WHAT WE OFFER

• The chance to contribute to some of UAE's Oil and Gas EPC Mega projects.
• A collaborative, supportive environment that values innovation and excellence.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.