A long-running shipyard and steel fabrication firm in Taiwan is hiring welders for marine and structural projects in Keelung and Kaohsiung. The role covers MIG, TIG, and stick welding on steel plate, pipe, and structural beams. The position is full-time with eight-hour shifts and paid overtime when projects push hard. Starting pay sits between NTD 45,000 and NTD 60,000 per month plus shift premiums, which matches the current market rate for ticketed welders in Taiwan.
The yard supports both certified welders and skilled workers on relevant visas. Each welder works under proper extraction with modern machines and good lighting. Strong welders move into chargehand or QC assistant roles within two years.
Company Overview
The hiring company builds and repairs steel parts for ships, offshore platforms, and large machinery frames. The business runs two yards and a small mobile crew. Each yard has a foreman and a QC lead who sign off on critical joints. The shop culture rewards careful prep, clean joints, and steady output.
Responsibilities
- Read drawings and weld procedure specs before each job.
- Set the machine to the right current, gas, and wire.
- Tack and weld plate, pipe, and beam joints to size.
- Use grinders, brushes, and gouging tools to prep and finish welds.
- Check welds for cracks, undercut, and porosity.
- Move parts safely using overhead cranes and slings.
- Keep the booth, hoses, and ground clamps in good order.
- Follow yard safety rules and wear full PPE.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Recognised weld certificate such as ASME 9 or AWS D1.1.
- Three years or more of trade welding experience.
- Confidence in MIG and TIG on carbon steel and stainless.
- Basic Mandarin or English for site briefings.
- Valid passport with at least eighteen months left.
- Comfort working in confined spaces with a buddy.
- Steady hands and good eyesight for fine welds.
Benefits and Perks
- Monthly salary plus paid overtime and shift premiums.
- Free shared accommodation in the worker dormitory.
- Three subsidised meals per day in the staff canteen.
- National health insurance and labour insurance.
- Free welding helmet, jacket, and gloves on day one.
- Paid annual leave with return air ticket every two years.
- Visa, ARC, and work permit handled by the employer.
- Long-term contracts and steady year-round work.
How to Apply
Send your updated CV and a copy of your weld qualifications through the official job listing. State your processes, materials, and years of trade work. The HR team replies to short-listed welders within ten days to set up a video interview and weld test.