Summary
Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC, a member of Ghobash Group, is hiring a Grinder Operator for its oil and gas, fabrication, or MEP projects in Abu Dhabi. The role involves grinding, cutting, beveling, and preparing metal surfaces and edges, while supporting welders, pipe fitters, fabricators, and MEP technicians. Candidates need secondary-school education or relevant trade certification and 2–3 years of relevant experience. Oil and gas or ADNOC project experience is preferred, and third-party trade certification may be required depending on client requirements.
The posting
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Company Description
Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC is a proud member of the Ghobash Group. For almost 20 years, we have made vital contributions to the Oil & Gas sector of the UAE, executing both onshore and offshore projects. Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is one of our main clients along with Tier 1 and Tier 2 EPC contractors in this sector. We have the expertise to carry out full EPC&M services for electrical and instrumentation works and bring our intrinsic knowledge to measure and automate exploration, production, separation, refining processes, and distribution through our localized services.
Job Description
- Perform grinding, cutting, beveling, and surface preparation of pipes, plates, structural steel, ducts, and metal supports.
- Remove weld spatter, rust, paint, sharp edges, and surface defects.
- Prepare pipe and plate edges for welding and fabrication.
- Use angle grinders, cutting machines, wire brushes, and other power tools safely.
- Select the correct grinding disc or cutting wheel for each material and task.
- Support welders, pipe fitters, fabricators, duct fabricators, and MEP technicians.
- Carry out grinding work on carbon steel, stainless steel, galvanized steel, and other approved materials.
- Ensure the required dimensions, finish, and bevel angles are achieved.
- Inspect grinding machines, cables, guards, handles, and discs before use.
- Follow approved method statements, risk assessments, and permit-to-work requirements.
- Use appropriate PPE, including face shield, safety goggles, gloves, hearing protection, and respiratory protection when required.
- Install fire blankets and control sparks to protect nearby workers, equipment, cables, and combustible materials.
- Maintain good housekeeping and remove metal scraps and used discs from the work area.
- Report damaged equipment, unsafe conditions, and defective grinding wheels immediately.
- Follow all company, client, quality, and HSE requirements.
Qualifications
- Minimum secondary-school education or relevant trade certification.
- At least 2–3 years of experience as a Grinder in oil-and-gas, piping, structural, fabrication, or MEP projects.
Additional Information
- Oil-and-gas or ADNOC project experience is preferred.
- Third-party trade certification may be required, depending on the client’s requirements.