Welder - Crane Fabrication
Posted date [2026-05-19]
(ID: 45478)
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About the Company DP World is a global leader in smart logistics and trade solutions, enabling seamless and sustainable supply chain operations across the world. Headquartered in Dubai, the company operates in over 80 countries with more than 560 business units and a diverse workforce of 119,000 professionals representing 164 nationalities. With integrated operations across ports and terminals, marine services, logistics, and supply chain technology, DP World delivers end-to-end solutions that connect global trade flows more efficiently. Their mission is to drive economic growth by accelerating the movement of goods and transforming supply chain ecosystems to meet the demands of modern commerce. By investing in advanced technologies—from automated warehouses to intelligent delivery platforms—DP World is pioneering a new era of trade that minimizes disruption and maximizes efficiency from origin to destination.... |
Job Description and Requirements
Welder - Crane FabricationJob Snapshot
Role: Welder
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Maritime
Function: Metal Fabrication and Welding
Experience: Experience in welding, fabrication, structural repair, and heavy equipment maintenance preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Welder in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a practical Maritime opportunity for skilled fabrication professionals experienced in welding, structural repairs, technical drawings, crane equipment maintenance, and workshop fabrication. This role supports port operations by producing spare parts, repairing lifting equipment, fabricating workshop tools, and ensuring welding work is completed safely, accurately, and in line with DP World standards.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Maritime
Function: Metal Fabrication and Welding
Salary: 3500-6000
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out welding and fabrication work for manufacturer spare parts, underground high voltage electrical joint boxes, workshop tools, and equipment maintenance requirements.
* Read and follow technical drawings to fabricate parts, repair components, and support workshop production tasks.
* Perform structural repairs and modifications on lifting equipment, including container cranes, mobile cranes, and RTGs.
* Select suitable welding methods, materials, and pre-heating procedures based on the job requirement, equipment condition, and safety standard.
* Ensure all welding activities comply with DP World standards, safety procedures, and approved work practices.
* Confirm that safe working platforms are available before carrying out welding or repair work on cranes and elevated equipment.
* Complete assigned fabrication and repair tasks within required timelines to help avoid operational delays.
* Inspect work quality during and after welding to ensure strength, accuracy, and safe equipment performance.
* Keep updated with new welding techniques, tools, and equipment that can improve repair quality and workshop efficiency.
* Support maintenance teams by responding to urgent repair needs connected to port equipment and lifting assets.
* Maintain tools, welding equipment, and work areas in safe and orderly condition.
* Provide guidance to Associate Technicians when required to maintain consistent workmanship and safe working standards.
Ideal Profile
* Technical training, trade certification, or practical qualification in welding, fabrication, mechanical maintenance, or a related discipline.
* Hands-on experience in welding, metal fabrication, structural repair, or heavy equipment maintenance.
* Experience working on cranes, RTGs, container handling equipment, port equipment, or industrial lifting assets is an advantage.
* Ability to understand technical drawings, fabrication requirements, welding symbols, and workshop instructions.
* Good knowledge of welding methods, pre-heating procedures, material preparation, cutting, grinding, and finishing work.
* Strong awareness of safety requirements when working around heavy equipment, elevated platforms, and operational port machinery.
* Able to complete repair work accurately while managing time-sensitive operational requirements.
* Reliable, disciplined, and quality-focused with the ability to work independently or as part of a maintenance team.
* Willing to support junior technicians and contribute to safe, efficient workshop operations.
Skills Set
* Welding and fabrication
* Structural repair
* Metal cutting and grinding
* Technical drawing reading
* Crane equipment repair
* RTG and mobile crane maintenance support
* Pre-heating procedures
* Workshop tool fabrication
* Spare parts manufacturing support
* Heavy equipment modification
* Safety procedure compliance
* Welding quality checks
* Equipment maintenance support
* Associate technician guidance
* Time-sensitive repair work
Why Join Us
* Work with a leading Dubai-based global trade and logistics company supporting major port and terminal operations.
* Build hands-on experience in welding, fabrication, and structural repair for cranes, RTGs, and heavy port equipment.
* Join a role where skilled workmanship directly supports operational reliability, safety, and equipment availability.
* Gain exposure to a high-demand Maritime maintenance environment connected to global trade and supply chain operations.
* Be part of a professional team that values safety, quality, technical improvement, and reliable maintenance delivery.
About the Company
DP World is a global trade and logistics group headquartered in Dubai, with operations across Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics, and Technology. The company supports smoother global trade through integrated supply chain solutions, advanced infrastructure, innovation, and local expertise. With a large international workforce and strong port operations in Dubai, DP World continues to connect markets, customers, and communities through reliable and future-focused logistics services.
