Welder CV Example and Writing Guide

A welder CV is read by a site engineer or foreman who wants to know one thing: can this person weld the job we have? So name your processes (arc, MIG, TIG), the positions you pass (such as 6G pipe welding), the materials you weld and the type of work, whether structural, fabrication or pipeline. Add your trade test results and any welding inspector basics you know. Keep it to one page and put your passport and trade details where they are easy to find.

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What to include in a welder CV

  • Write each welding process by name: arc, MIG, TIG, flux core. Recruiters search for these exact words.
  • Add the positions and tests you passed (for example 3G, 4G, 6G) with the year and who tested you.
  • Say what material and thickness you weld: mild steel, stainless steel, pipe diameter, plate thickness.
  • Mention the type of work, such as structural, pipe fabrication, tank or pressure vessel, so the employer sees the match.
  • Put your passport expiry and availability to travel at the end, because Gulf companies ask for them early.

Sample profile (copy the idea, not the words)

Skilled welder with 8 years of experience in structural steel, pipe fabrication and plant maintenance. Qualified in SMAW (arc), GTAW (TIG) and GMAW (MIG) on carbon steel and stainless steel, with 6G pipe test experience. Reads fabrication drawings, follows WPS and safety rules, and is ready for Gulf projects.

Skills to consider

Arc welding (SMAW), MIG welding (GMAW), TIG welding (GTAW), 6G pipe welding, Structural steel and fabrication, Reading welding drawings and symbols, Gas cutting and grinding, Visual inspection basics (welding inspector level 1 knowledge), Safety and PPE.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Writing only "welding work" without the process, material or position
  • Claiming a 6G or inspector skill you cannot show in a trade test
  • Sending a three-page CV with photos of every certificate inside it

How to write a welder CV step by step

  1. Start with your contact details and headline. Write your name, phone, e-mail and city, and a headline such as "Pipe and Structural Welder (6G, ARC, MIG, TIG)".
  2. Write a two to three sentence profile. Say who you are, how many years of experience you have and one result you are proud of.
  3. List experience, newest first. For every job give the title, employer, dates and two to four bullet points that show results.
  4. Add education and certificates. Include degree, institute and year. Add licences or short courses that the job needs.
  5. Finish with skills and languages. Choose skills from the job advert that are really yours.
  6. Proofread and export as PDF. A PDF keeps your layout the same on every device.

Welder CV: frequently asked questions

What should a welder CV for Saudi Arabia or Qatar include?

Keep it to one or two pages and write your welding processes, positions and years of experience first. Add your passport number or expiry, date of birth, nationality and any trade test or ITI/NAVTTC certificate. A clear photo is common for Gulf jobs, but follow the advert.

Do I need a certificate to be hired as a welder?

Many companies test you on site, so your practical test matters most. A trade certificate and a previous employer experience letter help. If you have no certificate, write your years of work, the projects you welded on and what you can pass in a test.

How do I list a 6G pipe welding test on my CV?

Write it in skills and experience, for example "6G pipe welding (TIG root, arc fill) on carbon steel, passed trade test 2023". Add the pipe size and thickness if you know them.

Can I write welding inspector skills without a CSWIP or AWS card?

Only write what you honestly know, such as visual checks, reading weld symbols and keeping weld maps. Call it "inspection basics" and do not claim a formal inspector level unless you hold the card.

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