SENIOR WELDER
Company
PHAETON ENGINEERING PTE. LTD.
Location
Singapore
Salary
$3K–$6K a month
Posted
16 days ago
Via
via MyCareersFuture
Job Description
Job Responsibilities
• Interpret engineering drawings and welding specifications to plan and execute welding tasks.
• Perform high-quality welding using MIG, TIG, and SMAW techniques on various metals and structures.
• Inspect and test welds to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Prepare materials and components by cutting, grinding, and fitting as per project requirements.
• Maintain welding equipment and tools in good working condition.
• Mentor junior welders and ensure adherence to safety protocols on-site.
• Collaborate with fabrication, QA/QC, and site teams to meet project timelines and standards.
Requirements
• Minimum 5 years of welding experience in industrial, marine, or construction environments.
• Certification in welding (e.g., AWS, WSQ, or equivalent).
• Proficient in reading technical drawings and using measuring tools.
• Strong understanding of metal properties and welding techniques.
• Physically fit and able to work in confined spaces or elevated areas.
• Bilingual in English and Mandarin preferred for team coordination.
Preferred Attributes
• Safety-conscious and detail-oriented.
• Able to work independently and lead by example.
• Familiar with WSH regulations and site safety practices.
• Interpret engineering drawings and welding specifications to plan and execute welding tasks.
• Perform high-quality welding using MIG, TIG, and SMAW techniques on various metals and structures.
• Inspect and test welds to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Prepare materials and components by cutting, grinding, and fitting as per project requirements.
• Maintain welding equipment and tools in good working condition.
• Mentor junior welders and ensure adherence to safety protocols on-site.
• Collaborate with fabrication, QA/QC, and site teams to meet project timelines and standards.
Requirements
• Minimum 5 years of welding experience in industrial, marine, or construction environments.
• Certification in welding (e.g., AWS, WSQ, or equivalent).
• Proficient in reading technical drawings and using measuring tools.
• Strong understanding of metal properties and welding techniques.
• Physically fit and able to work in confined spaces or elevated areas.
• Bilingual in English and Mandarin preferred for team coordination.
Preferred Attributes
• Safety-conscious and detail-oriented.
• Able to work independently and lead by example.
• Familiar with WSH regulations and site safety practices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the minimum fixed monthly salary for welders on Work Permit in Singapore from January 2026?
As per the Ministry of Manpower, welders in the marine and construction sectors on Work Permit must receive a minimum fixed monthly salary of SGD 1,800 from 1 January 2026, with overtime at 1.5 times the hourly rate after 44 hours per week and a maximum of 72 overtime hours monthly.
What work pass and levy apply to foreign welders seeking employment in Singapore in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Manpower, foreign welders require a Work Permit (R2) with a monthly foreign worker levy of SGD 650 for basic tier or SGD 950 for higher tier as of 2026, subject to a 1:5 local-to-foreign ratio in construction and marine sectors.
What education and experience are required for a welder Work Permit in Singapore?
As per the Ministry of Manpower, applicants need at least 2 years of relevant welding experience plus certification such as AWS or equivalent, with no minimum academic qualification beyond completing primary education and passing the required safety course before deployment.
Which documents must be submitted for a welder Work Permit application in Singapore?
As per the Ministry of Manpower, employers must submit the worker's passport, recent photo, educational and trade certificates, medical report from an approved clinic, and WPOL declaration by 31 December 2025 for 2026 renewals or new hires.
