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Direct hiring — apply today. Dubai contractors and fabrication yards including ALEC, Al Naboodah Construction, ASGC, Drake & Scull, Al Habtoor Engineering and Dutco Balfour Beatty have an urgent requirement for skilled welders to join Expo City, Dubai Metro Blue Line and Palm Jebel Ali fit-out sites, with employer visa, camp accommodation, transport and productivity bonuses. Tax-free salary AED 1,800 – 4,500 / month plus overtime, allowances, food or food allowance, accommodation and end-of-service gratuity under UAE Labour Law. Freshers and experienced both welcome — no upfront agent fee. Open to Indian, Nepali, Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan and Filipino candidates.
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Job Snapshot
| Role | Welder (Direct Hire) | Industry | Construction, Steel Fabrication & Oil & Gas Support |
| Country | Dubai, UAE | Type | Full-Time, Contract |
| Salary | AED 1,800 – 4,500 / month | Hours | 10–11 hrs / day (site push, OT available) |
| Contract | 2 years (renewable) | Visa | Employer Sponsored (UAE Work Visa) |
| Stay | Accommodation + Food + Transport | Vacancies | 150+ (immediate joining) |
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Selection Process
- CV & document shortlisting
- Counsellor telephone / video interview
- Final round with the Dubai employer (trade test or driving assessment as applicable)
- Offer letter & UAE work visa filing
About the Opportunity
Dubai’s Expo City legacy build-out, Palm Jebel Ali revival, DXB & Al Maktoum International (DWC) expansion and the Metro Blue Line are pushing steady demand for welders across contractors, ground handlers and service partners. Selected candidates travel to Dubai within 4–8 weeks and step onto the roster the same week.
Selected candidates are employed directly by Dubai-based employers on a 2-year renewable contract under UAE Labour Law, with salary paid via the Wage Protection System (WPS), plus accommodation, food (or food allowance), transport, medical insurance, annual leave and end-of-service gratuity.
Top Hiring Partners in Dubai
- ALEC Engineering — Expo City & airport expansion structural steel
- Al Naboodah Construction — infrastructure & bridges
- ASGC Contracting — high-rise steel & MEP fabrication
- Al Habtoor Engineering — mega-project fabrication yard, Dubai South
- Drake & Scull International — MEP piping & ductwork
- Emirates Steel & Petrofac (JAFZA yards) — plate & pipe welding
Salary for Welder Jobs in Dubai (2026)
One of the most-searched queries is “welder jobs in Dubai 2026 salary” — here is the realistic breakdown by grade. Salaries in the UAE are tax-free and paid monthly via the Wage Protection System (WPS). Packages typically include accommodation and benefits so most of the salary is take-home savings.
✅ Employer-provided accommodation, food (or allowance) and transport
✅ Medical insurance, annual leave, air ticket + end-of-service gratuity per UAE Labour Law
| Welder Grade | Monthly Salary (Tax-Free) | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Arc Welder (Immediate Joining) | AED 1,800 – 2,300 | + Joining Bonus + Stay |
| MIG / CO₂ Welder | AED 2,000 – 2,700 | + Productivity Bonus |
| TIG Welder (Stainless / Aluminium) | AED 2,600 – 3,300 | + OT + All Benefits |
| 6G Pipe Welder (Structural) | AED 3,000 – 3,800 | + All Benefits |
| 6G ASME Pipe Welder (Oil & Gas) | AED 3,500 – 4,200 | + All Benefits |
| Welding Foreman / QC-Certified | AED 3,800 – 4,500 | + All Benefits |
These are the specific welder grades open for international applicants. Entry-level positions typically welcome freshers — full on-the-job training is provided.
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Requirements for Welder Jobs in Dubai
Dubai employers prioritise reliability, skill and a hardworking attitude. Below are the standard requirements for the welder role.
Minimum Requirements
- Age: 22 to 48 years
- Education: ITI Welder or equivalent trade certificate preferred
- Experience: 2–8 years hands-on welding (mandatory for 6G / pipe grade)
- Skills: Arc, MIG, TIG, 6G positional welding, WPS / PQR reading
- Availability: Ready to depart within 4–6 weeks after selection
- Language: Basic English (or Hindi / Arabic) communication
- Fitness: Medically fit for extended-shift hot work in Dubai summer heat
- Record: Clean police clearance certificate
Required Documents
- Valid passport (24+ months validity)
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Educational mark sheets / degree certificate
- Experience / trade / driving-licence certificate (as applicable)
- Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
- GAMCA / DHA medical fitness certificate
- Updated CV in English
Role & Eligibility
Key Responsibilities
- Read and interpret WPS, PQR and shop drawings on the fly.
- Set up machine parameters (current, voltage, gas flow) per weld procedure.
- Perform arc / MIG / TIG / 6G positional welds to project acceptance criteria.
- Coordinate with fitter and QC crews on the joint sequence and NDT hold points.
- Follow HSE method statement, hot-work permit and PPE (auto-darkening helmet, apron, gloves).
- Maintain daily production log, consumable tracker and machine service card.
- Attend third-party welder qualification test (WQT) when required by client.
Eligibility Criteria
- Age: 22 to 48 years
- Education: ITI Welder or equivalent trade certificate preferred
- Experience: 2–8 years hands-on welding (mandatory for 6G / pipe grade)
- Skills: Arc, MIG, TIG, 6G positional welding, WPS / PQR reading
- Availability: Ready to depart within 4–6 weeks after selection
- Language: Basic English (or Hindi / Arabic) communication
- Fitness: Medically fit for extended-shift hot work in Dubai summer heat
- Record: Clean police clearance certificate
Salary & Benefits Package
Compensation is tax-free and protected by UAE Labour Law and the Wage Protection System (WPS).
- Tax-Free Salary: AED 1,800 – 4,500 / month (100% take-home)
- Overtime: Paid at premium rates per UAE Labour Law
- Accommodation: Provided by employer (or housing allowance)
- Food: Meals or food allowance provided
- Transport: Free company transport to and from work
- Medical: Employer-provided health insurance
- Annual Leave: Paid leave with a free air ticket home
- Gratuity: End-of-service gratuity per UAE Labour Law
- Visa: Employer-sponsored 2-year UAE work visa
Why Choose Dubai?
- Tax-free salary — UAE has zero personal income tax; keep 100% of your pay.
- Safe & modern city — Dubai is consistently ranked among the safest large cities in the world.
- WPS protection — salary is paid on time to your bank every month by law.
- World-class infrastructure — modern airport, metro, hospitals, malls and residential districts.
- Career growth — Dubai’s Expo City, Palm Jebel Ali, Metro Blue Line and Etihad Rail feeder projects are running back-to-back — steady welder demand, WPS-protected salary and a clear progression path from arc to 6G ASME certified.
- Strong Indian community — friendly expat network makes settling easy.
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Visa & Travel Process
Recruitment runs under the UAE employer-sponsored work visa system. From application to landing in Dubai typically takes 4–8 weeks:
- Application & Shortlisting — Submit your CV and documents through the BBC News Job portal.
- Online Interview — Pre-screen with our counsellor, then a call with the Dubai employer.
- Job Offer & Labour Contract — Employer issues the offer letter and UAE labour contract.
- Work Visa & Entry Permit — Employer files your UAE work visa and entry permit through MOHRE / ICP.
- GAMCA Medical — Complete the required medical fitness test in your home country.
- Travel & Onboarding — Fly to Dubai; employer completes your Emirates ID, DHA medical and residence visa.
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