About the Role
Scruples Resources, a premier Nigerian consultancy and human resource provider, is seeking an experienced Lead Welding Services professional. In this critical role, you will oversee and supervise all welding operations for piping, pressure vessels, structural steel, and pipelines, ensuring compliance with strict industry standards and project specifications across the oil and gas sector.
Key Responsibilities- Supervise welders, fabricators, and welding subcontractors to maintain high productivity and quality standards.
- Ensure all welding activities strictly follow approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and project drawings.
- Monitor welding parameters, joint preparation, alignment, preheat, interpass temperature, and post-weld requirements.
- Coordinate visual inspection and NDT activities such as RT, UT, MT, PT, and PAUT while managing weld defects and repairs.
- Maintain comprehensive welding records, welder qualifications, material traceability, and daily progress reports.
- Conduct safety toolbox talks and enforce strict compliance with HSE, PTW, and hot-work regulations.
- Possess an HND, Bachelor's degree, or technical qualification in Welding Technology, Metallurgy, or Mechanical Engineering.
- Demonstrated supervisory experience within the Nigerian oil and gas, petrochemical, refinery, or heavy fabrication industry.
- In-depth knowledge of welding processes including SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, and relevant codes like ASME, API, and AWS.
- Possession of recognized welding or inspection certifications such as CSWIP, AWS, or IIW is a distinct advantage.
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and cross-functional coordination skills in onshore or offshore environments.
- Competitive salary aligned with industry standards in Nigeria's energy sector.
- Health insurance and comprehensive medical coverage benefits.
- Opportunities for professional career development and offshore/onshore training.