Welding Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY

The Welding Supervisor manages and controls all welding operations on assigned projects, ensuring work is executed as per approved WPS/PQR, drawings, and international welding standards, while directly supervising Welding Foremen and welders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise and coordinate all welding activities (MIG, ARC, TIG, SMAW) across assigned jobs/vessels.
• Ensure welding is carried out strictly per approved WPS (Welding Procedure Specification) and PQR.
• Verify welder qualifications/certifications (ISO 9606, ASME IX) are valid before work assignment.
• Coordinate with QC/NDT teams for weld inspection, repair instructions, and closure of NCRs.
• Plan manpower and welding consumable requirements through Welding Foremen.
• Monitor productivity, rework rates, and welding quality KPIs; report to Production Manager.
• Ensure correct storage, handling, and baking of welding consumables (electrodes/wire).
• Train and mentor Foremen and welders on new procedures, joints, and positions.
• Coordinate with Class surveyors / client QC during weld inspections and witness points.

HSE RESPONSIBILITIES (MANDATORY)

• Ensure all welding operations comply with company HSE procedures at all times.
• Enforce hot work permits, fire watch arrangements, and confined space entry controls before any welding starts.
• Ensure fume extraction, ventilation, and PPE (welding helmets, fire-retardant clothing, gloves) are in place and used correctly.
• Conduct/attend Toolbox Talks and JSA specific to welding, hot work, and confined space activities.
• Stop work immediately on identifying unsafe welding practices, gas leaks, or fire hazards; report and escalate.
• Investigate welding-related incidents/near-misses and implement corrective actions.

Desired Candidate Profile

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Diploma / Trade certification in Welding Technology or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 7–10 years' welding experience in shipyard/offshore fabrication, including 3+ years in a supervisory role.
• Strong working knowledge of AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX, ISO 9606, and class society (DNV/ABS/LR) weld requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret welding symbols, drawings, and WPS documents.
• Strong leadership and workforce management skills across multilingual teams.

GOOD TO HAVE

• CSWIP / AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) qualification.
• Experience with pipe welding, high-pressure systems, or offshore structures.
• Multilingual ability (Hindi/Malayalam/Tamil) for direct workforce communication.