Welder

TalentHive; Dammam; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

TalentHive in Dammam is seeking experienced Welders to join our maintenance and fabrication teams. You will perform MIG, TIG and SMAW welding on various metals, read basic drawings, and support fabrication activities with safety and quality at the forefront.

The role offers a hands-on technical environment in a growing Saudi organisation, with opportunities to develop practical skills across welding and metal fabrication while working alongside seasoned professionals.

Qualifications

• Saudi nationality mandatory.
• 2–4 years of hands-on welding and metal fabrication experience.
• Secondary school/high school qualification.
• Experience with MIG, TIG or SMAW welding processes.
• Ability to read basic engineering drawings and welding specifications.
• Familiarity with welding equipment, tools and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG, TIG and/or SMAW welding on carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminium components.
• Carry out metal fabrication activities including cutting, grinding, fitting and assembly.
• Read and interpret basic drawings, welding specifications and work instructions.
• Prepare welding surfaces and equipment before starting work.
• Inspect welds for defects and correct to meet quality standards.
• Operate welding machines, cutting equipment and hand tools safely.
• Support senior welders and supervisors in workshop activities.
• Follow preventive checks and report defects or unsafe conditions.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized working environment.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

SMAW / Stick welding

Reading drawings

Safety & PPE

Workshop maintenance

Education

Secondary school diploma

Technical welding certificate

Tools

Welding equipment

Cutting tools

Grinders

Job description

We are recruiting experienced Welders to join the maintenance and fabrication operations of a well-established and growing Saudi organisation with a strong presence across construction, industrial services, heavy equipment and infrastructure projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for skilled Saudi professionals looking to develop their careers in a hands-on technical environment, working alongside experienced maintenance and fabrication teams.

The successful candidates will be responsible for carrying out welding, cutting and metal fabrication activities while maintaining high standards of workmanship, safety and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform MIG, TIG and/or SMAW (Stick) welding on carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminium components.
• Carry out metal fabrication activities, including cutting, grinding, fitting, tack welding and assembly.
• Read and interpret basic engineering drawings, welding specifications and work instructions.
• Prepare welding surfaces, joints, materials and equipment before starting work.
• Inspect completed welds for defects and carry out necessary corrections to meet quality standards.
• Safely operate welding machines, cutting equipment, grinders and associated hand tools.
• Support Senior Welders and Fabrication Supervisors in completing assigned workshop and fabrication activities.
• Follow preventive equipment checks and report any defects or unsafe conditions.
• Maintain compliance with HSE requirements, including PPE, hot work permits and fire safety procedures.
• Complete assigned work orders and maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.

Requirements – Must Have

• Saudi nationality – mandatory.
• Minimum 2–4 years of hands-on welding and metal fabrication experience.
• Minimum secondary school/high school qualification.
• Practical experience in at least one of the following welding processes:
• MIG Welding
• TIG Welding
• SMAW / Stick Welding
• Ability to perform basic cutting, grinding, fitting and metal assembly work.
• Ability to understand basic engineering drawings, measurements and welding specifications.
• Familiarity with welding equipment, tools and safe operating procedures.
• Good understanding of welding safety, PPE requirements and hot work procedures.
• Willingness to work in a workshop and industrial maintenance environment in Dammam.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical or vocational certificate/diploma in Welding Technology, Metal Fabrication or a related trade.
• Previous experience within heavy equipment maintenance, industrial workshops, construction or fabrication environments.
• Experience working with different metals and welding processes.

Why Join?

• Join an established and expanding Saudi organisation with diverse industrial operations.
• Gain practical exposure to equipment maintenance and metal fabrication activities.
• Work alongside experienced technical professionals and supervisors.
• Opportunity to develop technical skills and build a long-term career.
• Be part of a team where safety, quality and workmanship are valued.