Pipefitter – VMF Welder/Fabricator

Pipefitter – VMF Welder/Fabricator


Company
Amentum
Location
Singapore
Posted
20 hours ago
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Job Description
Position Responsibilities:
• Accomplishes manual welding tasks on equipment and construction projects.
• Performs cutting, fitting, and welding of metal components, including plate, structural steel, and pipe.
• Accomplishes welding of various types of metals including mild steel, stainless steel and aluminum.
• Advises VMF management on job progress and material requirements.
• May be to work outside at various job sites in extreme cold weather conditions.
• Complies with all ASC Environmental, Health & Safety, and Quality Assurance requirements and goals. Provides documentation as necessary to ensure adequate legal documentation.
• Performs physical activities including heavy lifting, climbing in and out of equipment, crawling, and working outdoors.
• Maintains a safe workplace and ensures that safety is the highest priority in the workplace.

Required Education, Experience, Certificates and Licenses:
• High School diploma or GED
• Current 6G weld certification at time of hire
• A minimum four years’ experience in all phases of welding and fabrication
• Experience in an industrial or equipment repair environment

Preferred:
• Experience working with a wide variety of materials is highly preferred.
• The ability to read and analyze shop drawings and blueprints is preferred.
• Cold weather welding experience is preferred.

Physical and/or Other Requirements
• Willingness and ability to deploy to Antarctica for extended periods
• Successful completion of Medical and Dental examinations required by the NSF for deployment to Antarctica
• Successful completion of drug screening and background check required by employer
• Successful completion of Federal Background Check required by the NSF
• Must be willing and able to lift and move items, parts, assemblies, and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum as required by the position.
• Must be willing and able to perform physical activities including heavy lifting, climbing in and out of equipment, crawling, and working outdoors in extreme cold as required by the position.
• Must participate in community programs, such as “house-mouse” (chores), “daisy-picking” (cleaning-up around the station), recycling efforts & safety objectives.
• Valid Driver’s License issued in the United States
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs

Q What is the minimum basic salary for welders on work permits in Singapore's marine sector as of 2026?
The Ministry of Manpower requires employers to pay welders on work permits a minimum basic salary of SGD 2,800 per month from 1 January 2026 in the marine sector. Overtime after 44 hours weekly must be paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate, with a mandatory housing allowance of SGD 200 monthly if accommodation is not provided. This applies to all new and renewed work permits issued after 31 December 2025.
Q How many years of experience and what certification do I need to qualify for a welder work permit in Singapore?
Applicants for welder work permits must hold at least 2 years of relevant experience plus a valid 6G welding certification issued before the application date. The Ministry of Manpower verifies this through the work permit application system effective 2026, rejecting any submission without proof of certification from approved training centres. No exceptions are granted for entry-level candidates.
Q What documents are required to apply for a welder work permit through MOM in 2026?
Employers must submit the applicant's passport, 6G welding certificate, employment contract showing SGD 2,800 minimum salary, and medical report dated within 3 months via the MOM work permit portal. The Ministry of Manpower processes complete applications within 7 working days as of 2026, with incomplete submissions returned immediately. All documents require English translation if originally in another language.
Q What are the standard working hours, overtime rules and annual leave for welders in Singapore?
Welders work a maximum of 44 hours per week under the Employment Act, with overtime capped at 72 hours monthly and paid at 1.5 times the rate from 2026. The Ministry of Manpower mandates 14 days of paid annual leave after the first year of service, increasing to 16 days after 3 years. Rest days must be provided at least once every 7 days.
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