Exploration Drill Rig Welder

Virtucruit; Najran Region; On-site; SAR 78,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Transportation provided

Medical coverage

End of service benefits

Job summary

Virtucruit, partnering with a leading mining company in Saudi Arabia, seeks an Exploration Drill Rig Welder - Saudi National. This development role trains in welding, fabrication and repairs for surface and underground drill rigs, with hands-on coaching and progression.

The on-site position offers safety-focused training, mentorship from experienced personnel, and opportunities for long-term career growth in exploration drilling equipment.

Qualifications

• Saudi national is required.
• Technical diploma or vocational welding qualification preferred.
• Fresh graduates encouraged; 0-2 years welding/fabrication experience acceptable.
• Basic knowledge of welding, cutting, grinding, measurement and fabrication.
• Ability to read basic dimensions and drawings; willingness to develop fabrication skills.
• Willingness to work in workshop, surface and underground environments and perform field repairs.
• Basic English communication desirable; willingness to develop technical English.
• Welding certifications or competency certificates are an advantage but may be developed through training.
• Strong commitment to safety, discipline, attendance, teamwork and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety, health and environmental standards are maintained.
• Assist with welding, fabrication and repairs on surface and underground rigs and workshop structures.
• Carry out basic SMAW/arc and MIG welding under supervision.
• Repair cracked or damaged brackets, guards, frames, platforms and other components.
• Measure, mark, cut, grind and prepare components for welding.
• Inspect weld areas for defects and report findings to supervisor.
• Operate welding machines, grinders, cutting equipment and power tools safely.
• Assist with field repairs while following hot-work and isolation procedures.
• Learn to read basic fabrication drawings and repair instructions.
• Support preventive maintenance by inspecting welded structures and mounting points.
• Maintain welding machines and tools in safe, serviceable condition.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings and competency assessments.

Skills

Welding basics

Cutting & grinding

Measurements

Fabrication

Reading drawings

English (basic)

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Welding processes (SMAW/MIG)

Education

Technical Diploma or vocational welding qualification

Tools

Welding equipment

Measuring tools

Job description

Virtucruit is partnering with a leading mining company in Saudi Arabia to appoint an Exploration Drill Rig Welder - Saudi National within the Exploration Department.

This is a development position intended for a Saudi national who wants to build practical welding, fabrication and repair skills and a long-term career supporting exploration drilling equipment. The successful candidate will work under the guidance of experienced maintenance personnel while developing competence in welding, cutting, fabrication and structural repairs.

The role provides hands-on exposure to surface and underground exploration drill rigs, workshop fabrication and field repairs, with structured coaching and progressive responsibility as technical competency develops.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Ensures the highest level of safety, health and environmental work standards are maintained.
• Assist with welding, fabrication and repair work on Surface and Underground exploration drill rigs, support equipment and workshop structures.
• Carry out basic SMAW/arc, MIG and other approved welding activities under supervision and in accordance with approved procedures.
• Assist with repair of cracked or damaged brackets, guards, frames, platforms, supports, trays and other fabricated components on drilling equipment.
• Measure, mark, cut, grind, fit and prepare steel components and materials for welding and fabrication.
• Inspect weld areas and fabricated components for visible defects, cracks, wear or damage and report findings to the supervisor.
• Use welding machines, grinders, cutting equipment, hand tools and power tools safely and correctly.
• Assist with field breakdown repairs and fabrication work while following isolation, hot-work permit and fire-prevention requirements.
• Learn to read and interpret basic fabrication drawings, measurements, sketches and equipment repair instructions.
• Support preventive maintenance by inspecting welded structures, mounting points, guards and fabricated components for fatigue or damage.
• Maintain welding machines, leads, tools and work areas in safe and serviceable condition.
• Maintain good housekeeping and ensure gas cylinders, electrodes, consumables and welding equipment are stored and handled correctly.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, technical training, coaching and competency assessments, and demonstrate continuous improvement in welding quality and productivity.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Saudi National.
• Technical Diploma or vocational qualification in Welding, Fabrication, Mechanical Trades or a related technical field is preferred.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply; 0-2 years of welding or fabrication experience is acceptable.
• Basic practical knowledge of welding, cutting, grinding, measurement and metal fabrication.
• Ability to understand basic dimensions and drawings and willingness to develop fabrication and repair skills.
• Willingness to work in workshop, surface and underground field environments and perform field repairs when required.
• Basic English communication skills are desirable, with willingness to develop technical English.
• Welding trade certification or competency certificates are an advantage but may also be developed through company training.
• Strong commitment to safety, hot-work controls, discipline, attendance, teamwork and continuous learning.

We offer a competitive employment package including tax-free salary, short-term performance incentives, accom/transport/food at our Mine Site, full medical coverage, and end of service benefits.