Welder

• Preparation: Clean, cut, and position metal pieces according to specifications and blueprints before welding. 

• Welding: Use high heat to fuse metal pieces together, filling seams, holes, or indentations to create strong bonds. 

• Quality control: Inspect completed welds for defects, ensuring they meet safety and quality standards, and make necessary repairs. 

• Equipment maintenance: Perform routine maintenance on welding machines and tools to ensure they are in good working order. 

• Safety: Follow strict safety guidelines, wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE) like helmets and gloves, and maintain a safe work area. 

• Blueprint interpretation: Study and understand technical drawings, sketches, and blueprints to determine dimensions, materials, and welding requirements. 

For Malaysian Citizens:

• Age: Must be 18 years or older. 

• Academic qualifications: You must have at least a Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or a Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM) qualification in a relevant field. 

• Vocational and technical training: Completion of a post-secondary welding program is highly beneficial. 

• Certifications: Obtaining a welding certification from a school, employer, or industry organization is a common requirement, especially for skilled positions. 

• Proficiency in various welding methods is essential, with MIG and TIG welding being frequently requested. Other common techniques include Gas welding and Stick welding (SMAW). 

• Registration: Obtain a Construction Personnel Registration Card from the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) Malaysia. 

• Safety Certification: Complete a construction safety induction course, such as the Safety and Health Induction Course for Construction Workers (SICW). 

• Compliance: Comply with the laws and regulations set by CIDB. 

For Foreign Workers:

• Work Permit: You must have a passport with a valid work permit issued by the Malaysian Immigration Department. 

• Registration: Register as construction personnel and obtain a CIDB PKK Card. 

• Safety Certification: Complete the required safety induction course. 

• Experience: Some roles may require prior working experience (e.g., at least six months for certain assessments).

Essential Skills and Qualities 

• Physical Fitness: The ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting and strenuous activity.

• Technical Proficiency: Basic mechanical skills for operating tools and equipment.

• Communication Skills: The ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.

• Problem-Solving: The capacity to identify and resolve unexpected issues on the job site.

• Teamwork: Working collaboratively with other workers and skilled tradespeople to meet project goals.

• Soft skills like clear communication, problem-solving, and adaptability are also crucial, along with dependability and strong work ethic. 

• Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and excellent communication and teamwork skills.