Shipyard Welder

Shipyard Welder


Company
Abri Commercial Inc.
Location
Manila, Metro Manila
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
₱50K–₱75K a month
Via
via Indeed Philippines

Job Description
Job Summary:

A Shipyard Welder is responsible for welding and fabricating metal components used in shipbuilding, repair, and maintenance. The role involves working on hulls, decks, pipelines, and structural parts of vessels while ensuring high-quality welds that meet safety and industry standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Perform various welding processes such as SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), FCAW (Flux-Cored Arc Welding), and GTAW (TIG Welding).
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols.
• Weld metal parts for ship structures, including hulls, bulkheads, and frames.
• Repair damaged ship components and perform maintenance welding.
• Prepare materials by cutting, grinding, and cleaning metal surfaces.
• Operate welding equipment and tools safely and efficiently.
• Inspect welded surfaces for defects and ensure quality standards are met.
• Follow safety procedures and wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Work in confined spaces and at heights when required.
• Collaborate with fitters, engineers, and other shipyard workers.

Qualifications:
• High school diploma or vocational course in welding or related field.
• Proven experience as a welder, preferably in shipbuilding or heavy industry.
• Certification in welding (e.g., SMAW, FCAW, GTAW) is an advantage.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and welding codes.
• Physically fit and able to work in demanding environments.
• Knowledge of safety standards in shipyards.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Php50,000.00 - Php75,000.00 per month

Benefits:
• Paid training

Work Location: In person

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As per the Department of Labor and Employment, the minimum wage for Packing Staff in the National Capital Region is PHP 645 per day as of January 1 2026. Non-agricultural establishments must pay this rate with overtime at 125 percent for work beyond 8 hours. Regional wage boards set lower rates such as PHP 480 per day in Eastern Visayas.
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As per the Department of Labor and Employment, Packing Staff roles require at least high school completion or equivalent with no prior experience mandated for entry-level positions. Employers may prefer candidates who completed the 6-month Technical Education and Skills Development Authority packaging course. Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
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