Position: Welder – Offshore Oil, Gas & LNG Production

Location: Offshore Facilities

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Category: Offshore – Oil Gas production

Country Location: Middle East Qatar

Contract Scheme: Direct hire employment

Duty Cycle: 28 days on – 28 days off

Nationality: Applicable for: Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, Myanmar and African countries

Health Condition: Fit to work and maximum age 45 years old

Role Overview

The Welder is responsible for performing high-quality welding and fabrication tasks to support offshore oil, gas, and LNG production operations. This role ensures the integrity of pipelines, structures, and equipment through safe and precise welding practices, contributing to plant reliability and operational safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Welding Operations: Perform welding using SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and other processes on pipelines, structural steel, and pressure vessels.
• Fabrication Support: Assist in the fabrication, cutting, and assembly of offshore equipment and structures.
• Inspection & Testing: Conduct weld inspections, non-destructive testing (NDT), and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Safety Compliance: Follow HSE policies, permit-to-work systems, and ensure safe practices in confined spaces and elevated work areas.
• Maintenance Support: Provide welding services during shutdowns, turnarounds, and emergency repairs.
• Documentation: Maintain welding records, job cards, and ensure traceability of materials and procedures.
• Continuous Improvement: Suggest process improvements to enhance welding efficiency and reduce downtime.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or technical certification in Welding or Fabrication.
• 5–7 years of experience in welding operations, preferably in offshore oil, gas, or LNG production.
• Strong knowledge of welding codes and standards (ASME, AWS, API).
• Experience with offshore structures, pipelines, and pressure equipment.
• Certifications such as CSWIP, AWS CWI, or equivalent are highly desirable.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in multiple welding processes (SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and welding symbols.
• Strong attention to detail and quality assurance.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills.
• Commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Why Join

• Contribute to critical offshore oil, gas, and LNG production operations.
• Work with advanced welding technologies and diverse teams.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and offshore project exposure.

Working Conditions

• Offshore rotation schedule 28/28.
• Exposure to challenging weather and remote environments.
• Strict adherence to offshore safety and emergency protocols.

General Requirements (All Positions)

• Mandatory offshore experience
• High school diploma for non-senior roles
• Job-specific vocational training for non-senior positions
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering for senior and leadership roles
• Ability to work in a high-risk offshore environment
• Strong safety awareness and compliance with operational procedures

Project Scope:

• Project Name: Offshore Compression Project
• Work Location: Offshore Qatar

Core Offshore Certificates

• OGUK/OEUK Medical Certificate
  • Confirms you are medically fit to work offshore.
  • Issued by OEUK-approved doctors.
  • Typically valid for 2 years.
• BOSIET (Basic Offshore Safety Induction & Emergency Training)
  • Essential safety training for all offshore personnel.
  • Covers firefighting, sea survival, first aid, and emergency response.
  • Must include CA-EBS (Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System).
  • Valid for 4 years.
• FOET (Further Offshore Emergency Training)
  • Refresher course for those whose BOSIET is expiring.
  • Valid for 4 years.
• HUET (Helicopter Underwater Escape Training)
  • Mandatory if traveling offshore by helicopter.
  • Teaches escape techniques in case of ditching/crash landing.
  • Often bundled with BOSIET.

Project Scope:

• Project Name: Offshore Compression Project
• Work Location: Offshore Qatar