Certified welder performing welding, cutting and fabrication repairs on hull, piping and structural components.
Responsibilities
Perform welding (SMAW, GTAW, GMAW) and cutting per procedure
Fabricate and repair pipes, brackets and structures
Inspect welds; maintain welding equipment and gas cylinders
Comply with hot-work permit and fire-watch requirements
Qualifications
STCW / Mandatory
STCW VI/1 Basic Training (PST, FPFF, EFA, PSSR)
STCW VI/2-1 PSCRB (if assigned to survival craft / rescue boat crew)
STCW VI/6-2 Seafarers with Designated Security Duties
STCW III/4 RFPEW or III/5 (if part of engine watch)
Other / Company
Valid PEME / medical fitness certificate (STCW I/9; MLC 2006 Reg 1.2) and ship-specific familiarization (STCW I/14) before assuming duties
Welder qualification test / certificate (e.g., TESDA SMAW NC II, AWS, ASME IX, class-approved)
Hot-work & fire-watch training