About the Role
Golden First Contracting Company, a professional civil construction firm, is seeking a Welding QC professional for a full-time, on-site role in Al Jubail, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. This position is essential for ensuring the integrity and compliance of all welding activities across diverse construction projects, including site development, structural construction, infrastructure, and finishing works. The Welding QC will uphold the company's commitment to quality workmanship, safety, and reliability, supporting the mission to meet client requirements with professional and cost-effective solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect and verify all welding activities to ensure strict compliance with project specifications, relevant codes, and industry standards.
- Review welding procedures (WPS/PQR) for adequacy and adherence to project requirements.
- Monitor various welding processes, including Arc Welding, MIG Welding, and TIG Welding, during execution.
- Check and verify the quality of materials and welding consumables used in fabrication.
- Conduct visual and dimensional inspections to ascertain the quality of completed welds.
- Coordinate with welding supervisors and project engineers to address welding-related issues.
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive inspection records for all welding activities.
- Prepare detailed quality reports based on inspection findings and project requirements.
- Support Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) activities as required, ensuring proper execution and documentation.
- Contribute to the implementation and adherence of site safety practices.
- Participate in toolbox talks to reinforce safety awareness and project-specific procedures.
- Assist in the resolution of welding-related nonconformities and the implementation of corrective actions.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Demonstrated technical capability in welding processes, including Arc Welding, TIG Welding, and MIG Welding.
- Solid understanding of materials used in structural and piping fabrication, including material identification and traceability.
- Possession of relevant certification or demonstrated competency in Welding Inspection or Quality Control, with a mandatory Computer-Based Training (CBT) certification.
- Familiarity with applicable welding codes and standards, such as ASME, AWS, and ISO.
- Proven experience in construction or industrial projects, with a preference for experience in civil, structural, or infrastructure environments.
- Ability to accurately read and interpret welding drawings, WPS/PQR documents, and technical specifications.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent documentation skills, with the ability to prepare clear and concise inspection reports.
- A strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.
- Effective communication skills, capable of working collaboratively with multicultural site teams.
- A Diploma or technical qualification in Welding, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgy, or a related field is preferred.
Required Skills
- Welding Processes (Arc, TIG, MIG)
- Material Science and Identification
- Welding Inspection and Quality Control
- Knowledge of ASME, AWS, and ISO Standards
- Construction and Infrastructure Project Experience
- Reading and Interpreting Welding Drawings
- WPS/PQR Interpretation
- Technical Specification Interpretation
- Attention to Detail
- Documentation and Reporting
- Safety Practices
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Communication Skills
- Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Support
Work Environment and Details
This is a full-time, on-site position located in Al Jubail, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. The role requires a Welding QC professional with a minimum of 0-1 year of experience. Golden First Contracting Company is committed to delivering high-quality construction solutions across various sectors.
