Karachi Shipyard and Engineering Works Limited Jobs October 2026 Apply Online

Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works Limited (KSEW) is offering contract-based career opportunities for experienced engineers, technical assistants, supervisors, and skilled workers at its facility located in West Wharf, Dockyard Road, Karachi. The available positions span various technical and engineering disciplines including welding, dock maintenance, HVAC, technical drafting, machine operation, mechanical fitting, and steel fabrication. Candidates with relevant engineering degrees, diplomas, or practical trade experience are encouraged to apply. Applications can be submitted online through the official KSEW careers portal or sent by courier to the General Manager (Human Resources) within 15 days of the advertisement’s publication.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage and oversee welding operations, ensuring adherence to quality standards and safety protocols (Manager/Deputy Manager Welding).
- Supervise dock maintenance activities, including planning, troubleshooting, and execution of maintenance shutdowns (Assistant Manager Dock Maintenance).
- Oversee HVAC installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance, ensuring efficient operation and workforce supervision (Supervisor HVAC).
- Assist in technical drafting and design related to steel structures, pressure vessels, storage tanks, heat exchangers, and marine structures (Technical Assistant).
- Operate machinery safely and efficiently in accordance with operational guidelines (Machine Operator).
- Perform mechanical fitting tasks, ensuring precision and compliance with technical specifications (Fitter Mechanical).
- Fabricate steel components as per design and quality requirements (Steel Fabricator).

Required Qualifications

- Manager/Deputy Manager (Welding): BE/BSc in Mechanical, Metallurgy, or Materials Engineering with 5–10 years’ relevant experience, or DAE/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Ship Construction, or Shipwright with 10–15 years’ experience. PEC registration mandatory for engineering graduates.
- Assistant Manager (Dock Maintenance): BE in Mechanical or Marine Engineering with over 3 years of maintenance experience in marine or heavy industrial environments. PEC registration required.
- Supervisor (HVAC): DAE in HVAC or Mechanical Engineering with at least 5 years of relevant experience in HVAC installation, commissioning, and maintenance.
- Technical Assistant: DAE in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with 2–3 years’ experience in drafting or designing engineering structures.
- Machine Operator: Minimum Middle or Matric qualification with 2–3 years’ relevant experience; trade course preferred.
- Fitter (Mechanical): Minimum Middle or Matric qualification with 2–3 years’ relevant experience; mechanical fitting trade course preferred.
- Steel Fabricator: Minimum Middle or Matric qualification with 2–3 years’ relevant experience; steel fabrication trade course preferred.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

- Candidates with professional welding certifications such as CSWIP, AWS, IWE, or IWT, and training in advanced welding techniques (VT/WIL-S courses) will be preferred for welding management roles.
- Experience in shipbuilding, ship repair, marine, or heavy engineering environments is advantageous across most positions.
- Strong team supervision, troubleshooting skills, and hands-on technical expertise are valued.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and use of MS Office is preferred for technical assistant roles.
- Age limits vary by position, generally up to 45 years, with a maximum of 55 years for senior welding management roles.
- Contract employment with no provision for travel or daily allowances for test or interview attendance.
- Age relaxation may be considered for outstanding candidates.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for tests or interviews.

Interested candidates should carefully review the eligibility criteria and apply either online via the official Karachi Shipyard website or by sending a complete application package including CV, application letter, verified educational certificates, CNIC, domicile, and recent photographs to the Human Resources department within 15 days of the advertisement’s release. For detailed vacancy counts and application instructions, candidates are advised to consult the official KSEW careers page.