Steel Fabricator / Welder (with UAE Driving License)
Company
Steel Metal Fabrication L.L.C
Location
Dubai
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
5 days ago
Via
via Glassdoor
Job Description
Job Title: Steel Fabricator / Welder (with UAE Driving License)
Location: UAE
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Description:
We are looking for an experienced Steel Fabricator / Welder who can independently handle fabrication work, erection at site, and supervise a team of workers. The candidate should be capable of reading drawings, managing site activities, and ensuring timely project completion.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform steel fabrication and welding works as per drawings
• Handle erection and installation at site
• Supervise and coordinate with workers/labor team
• Read and interpret technical drawings
• Ensure quality workmanship and safety compliance
• Plan daily work activities and manage materials/tools
• Coordinate with management and clients when required
• Drive to sites as needed (valid UAE driving license required)
Requirements:
• Minimum 3–5 years of UAE experience in steel fabrication & erection
• Strong welding skills (MIG / TIG / Arc welding)
• Ability to handle workers and manage site activities
• Valid UAE Driving License (mandatory)
• Basic communication skills (English/Hindi/Tamil/malayalam)
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Preferred:
• Experience in structural steel / architectural metal works
• foreman experience
Salary:
Based on experience + accommodation/transport (if applicable)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: AED1,500.00 - AED2,100.00 per month
Work Location: In person
Location: UAE
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Description:
We are looking for an experienced Steel Fabricator / Welder who can independently handle fabrication work, erection at site, and supervise a team of workers. The candidate should be capable of reading drawings, managing site activities, and ensuring timely project completion.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform steel fabrication and welding works as per drawings
• Handle erection and installation at site
• Supervise and coordinate with workers/labor team
• Read and interpret technical drawings
• Ensure quality workmanship and safety compliance
• Plan daily work activities and manage materials/tools
• Coordinate with management and clients when required
• Drive to sites as needed (valid UAE driving license required)
Requirements:
• Minimum 3–5 years of UAE experience in steel fabrication & erection
• Strong welding skills (MIG / TIG / Arc welding)
• Ability to handle workers and manage site activities
• Valid UAE Driving License (mandatory)
• Basic communication skills (English/Hindi/Tamil/malayalam)
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Preferred:
• Experience in structural steel / architectural metal works
• foreman experience
Salary:
Based on experience + accommodation/transport (if applicable)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: AED1,500.00 - AED2,100.00 per month
Work Location: In person
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What minimum monthly salary must a welder earn to qualify for a UAE work permit in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, welders require a minimum salary of AED 4,000 per month as of 2026 to obtain a work permit. This threshold applies to skilled trade categories and must be stated in the employment contract. Overtime above 8 hours daily is compensated at 1.25 times the basic hourly rate.
Which visa type and medical test are mandatory for foreign welders entering the UAE in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, foreign welders must obtain a work permit under the skilled worker visa category valid for 2 years as of 2026. Applicants require a negative Emirates ID medical fitness test completed within 30 days of arrival plus a valid passport with 6 months validity.
What education and certification does MOHRE require for welder job eligibility in the UAE?
As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, welders need at minimum a high school certificate plus 2 years documented experience or an internationally recognised welding certificate such as AWS or CSWIP as of 2026. No university degree is mandated for this skilled trade category.
Which documents must welders submit when applying for a UAE job offer in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, welders must upload a valid passport, attested educational certificates, experience letters, and a medical fitness certificate as of 2026. The employer files the application through the MOHRE e-services portal within 60 days of the job offer.
