Archirodon Group

Builds ports and energy infrastructure

Fabrication Manager

Welding & Metal FabricationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeAbu Dhabi - United Arab EmiratesNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Production Engineering is preferred; a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with extensive experience may be considered.
Welding inspection certification such as CSWIP or AWS is an advantage.
Relevant HSE training and ADNOC project experience are preferred.
A minimum of 12–15 years of experience in fabrication for Oil & Gas or EPC projects is required.
At least 5 years in a managerial or supervisory fabrication role is required.
Strong knowledge of ASME, API, AWS, and ADNOC standards is required.
Proven experience managing structural steel and piping fabrication works is required.
In-depth knowledge of welding processes, NDT methods, and quality control procedures is required.
Experience handling large fabrication yards and multiple concurrent work fronts is required.
A good understanding of material management and procurement coordination is required.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage all fabrication shop activities, including structural steel, piping spools, skids, and equipment supports.
Ensure compliance with project specifications, approved drawings, welding procedures (WPS), and ADNOC standards.
Develop and implement fabrication schedules aligned with overall project timelines.
Monitor fabrication progress and productivity, and take corrective actions to meet targets.
Coordinate with engineering, procurement, QA/QC, planning, and construction teams to ensure smooth workflow.
Ensure strict implementation of HSE standards and safe working practices within the fabrication yard.
Oversee material control, traceability, and storage to prevent shortages or delays.
Manage subcontractors and shop supervisors to maintain quality and efficiency.
Ensure all inspection and testing requirements, including NDT and dimensional checks, are completed before dispatch.
Participate in client inspections and audits, and ensure readiness for third-party inspections.
Control fabrication costs and optimize manpower and resource allocation.
Prepare weekly and monthly fabrication progress reports for management review.

Desired Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Production Engineering is preferred.
Welding inspection certification such as CSWIP or AWS is an advantage.
Relevant HSE training and ADNOC project experience are preferred.

Job Description

Lead and manage all fabrication shop activities including structural steel, piping spools, skids, and equipment supports.
Ensure compliance with project specifications, approved drawings, welding procedures (WPS), and ADNOC standards.
Develop and implement fabrication schedules aligned with overall project timelines.
Monitor fabrication progress and productivity; take corrective actions to meet targets.
Coordinate with engineering, procurement, QA/QC, planning, and construction teams to ensure smooth workflow.
Ensure strict implementation of HSE standards and safe working practices within the fabrication yard.
Oversee material control, traceability, and storage to prevent shortages or delays.
Manage subcontractors and shop supervisors to maintain quality and efficiency.
Ensure all inspection and testing requirements (NDT, dimensional checks, etc.) are completed before dispatch.
Participate in client inspections and audits; ensure readiness for third-party inspections.
Control fabrication costs and optimize manpower and resource allocation.
Prepare weekly and monthly fabrication progress reports for management review.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering / Production Engineering (preferred).
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with extensive experience may be considered.
Welding inspection certification (CSWIP / AWS) is an advantage.
Relevant HSE training and ADNOC project experience preferred.
Minimum 12–15 years of experience in fabrication for Oil & Gas or EPC projects.
At least 5 years in a managerial or supervisory fabrication role.
Strong knowledge of ASME, API, AWS, and ADNOC standards.
Proven experience managing structural steel and piping fabrication works.
In-depth knowledge of welding processes, NDT methods, and quality control procedures.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Experience handling large fabrication yards and multiple concurrent work fronts.
Good understanding of material management and procurement coordination.
Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Additional Information

About the Company

Archirodon Group

Builds ports and energy infrastructure

Archirodon Group builds ports, bridges, oil and gas facilities, and other large infrastructure, mostly in the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. Its past projects include Jebel Ali Terminal 2 in Dubai and Khalifa Port in Abu Dhabi, and its work spans marine construction, energy projects, government infrastructure, dredging and pipe laying. National oil companies in Abu Dhabi and Kuwait are among the clients that pay it to run whole projects, from engineering the design and buying materials and equipment to construction, commissioning and operation. Two Greek firms founded Archirodon in 1959, and the group is headquartered in Dordrecht, Netherlands, with a major presence in Athens.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Not listed
Founded: 1959

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