Exploration Drill Rig Welder

About the Role

Virtucruit is collaborating with a prominent mining company in Saudi Arabia to recruit an Exploration Drill Rig Welder. This full-time position is based in Najran and is specifically designed for a Saudi national seeking to develop practical welding, fabrication, and repair skills within the exploration drilling sector. The role offers a foundational opportunity for a long-term career supporting exploration drilling equipment.

Role Context and Development

The successful candidate will operate under the direct supervision of experienced maintenance personnel, focusing on developing competence in welding, cutting, fabrication, and structural repairs. This position provides hands-on experience with both surface and underground exploration drill rigs, workshop fabrication, and field repairs. Structured coaching and progressive responsibility will be provided as technical competency advances, making it suitable for candidates with 0-1 years of experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the highest standards of safety, health, and environmental work.
• Assist with welding, fabrication, and repair tasks on surface and underground exploration drill rigs, support equipment, and workshop structures.
• Execute basic SMAW/arc, MIG, and other approved welding activities under supervision and according to established procedures.
• Support the repair of cracked or damaged brackets, guards, frames, platforms, supports, trays, and other fabricated components on drilling equipment.
• Measure, mark, cut, grind, fit, and prepare steel components and materials for welding and fabrication.
• Inspect weld areas and fabricated components for visible defects, cracks, wear, or damage, reporting findings to the supervisor.
• Operate welding machines, grinders, cutting equipment, hand tools, and power tools safely and correctly.
• Assist with field breakdown repairs and fabrication work, adhering to isolation, hot-work permit, and fire-prevention requirements.
• Learn to read and interpret basic fabrication drawings, measurements, sketches, and equipment repair instructions.
• Support preventive maintenance by inspecting welded structures, mounting points, guards, and fabricated components for fatigue or damage.
• Maintain welding machines, leads, tools, and work areas in safe and serviceable condition.
• Ensure good housekeeping and proper storage and handling of gas cylinders, electrodes, consumables, and welding equipment.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, technical training, coaching, and competency assessments, demonstrating continuous improvement in welding quality and productivity.

Qualifications and Experience

• Saudi National.
• 0-1 years of experience in welding or a related field.
• A strong desire to develop practical welding, fabrication, and repair skills.
• Commitment to maintaining high safety, health, and environmental standards.

Compensation and Benefits

The position offers a competitive employment package. This includes a tax-free salary, short-term performance incentives, accommodation, transport, and food at the mine site. Full medical coverage and end-of-service benefits are also provided.