Job Summary

The Welder is responsible for carrying out welding activities during shipbuilding, ship repair, and fabrication work. The role involves welding metal components according to technical drawings, welding procedures, and shipyard safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

- Perform welding activities using SMAW (Arc Welding), MIG, TIG, or FCAW processes as required.
- Weld steel plates, pipes, structural components, and ship hull sections.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, welding symbols, and work instructions.
- Prepare metal surfaces, joints, and edges before welding.
- Ensure weld quality meets approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
- Inspect welds for cracks, porosity, undercut, and other defects.
- Carry out welding in different positions, including 1G, 2G, 3G, and 4G, as applicable.
- Follow shipyard safety procedures, including hot-work permits and fire-prevention requirements.
- Coordinate with fitters, fabricators, supervisors, and quality inspectors.
- Maintain welding machines, tools,



and equipment in good working condition.

Qualifications

- ITI / Diploma in Welding or equivalent qualification preferred.
- Relevant shipyard welding experience is preferred.
- Knowledge of welding processes and safety procedures.
- Ability to read basic engineering drawings.
- Valid welding qualification or performance test certificate, where required.

Skills Required

- SMAW / ARC / MIG / TIG / FCAW welding skills.
- Knowledge of welding positions and joint preparation.
- Ability to identify welding defects.
- Understanding of shipyard safety requirements.
- Good teamwork and attention to detail.

Experience

- Fresher: May be considered depending on employer requirements.
- Experienced: 1–5 years in shipbuilding, ship repair, or heavy fabrication preferred.

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Advantages:

- Health insurance

Work Location: In person

📌 Welder (Kochi)
🏢 Sea blue shipyard Ltd,Vypin
📍 Kochi