Drydocks World (part of DP World) is a global maritime and offshore services leader based in Dubai. Operating on ~200 ha, the shipyard handles over 300 projects annually with a workforce of 10,000+, and specializes in ship repair, new building, conversions, and marine fabrication.
Drydocks World Dubai – 2025 Job Opportunities
Exciting Job Opportunities Available!
We're thrilled to announce that our company has several job openings across various departments! Check out our current vacancies below and see if any of these roles match your skills and interests:
Open Positions (as of mid‑2025)
Recruitment via on‑site interviews in India:
Sites in Kerala and Andhra Pradesh facilitated walk-in interviews in May 2025, offering positions such as:
- Planner‑Electrical (AED 6,000–7,000 + OT)
- Heavy Motor Rewinder Foreman (AED 5,500–6,200 + OT)
- Jr Work Preparator, Rewinder, Machinist, Mechanical Fitter (≈ AED 3,875 + OT)
- Marine Electrician (≈ AED 1,500 + free food & accommodation)
- Senior and supervisory roles in Dubai (dec‑apr 2025 listings)
- Senior Foreman (Welding, Blasting, Plating, Cranes & Maintenance)
- Foreman (Mechanical, Plater, Welding)
- Supervisor (Steel Fabrication & Structural)—salaries 5,000 to 16,000 AED depending on experience
- Work Preparator, QC Inspector (E&I, COMPEX)
- Assistant Manager – Pipe Shop, Planning Engineer, Lead Structural Engineer (Hull), Metallurgical Engineer, Senior Clouds Administrator, Project Delivery Manager, Public Relations & Media roles
Typical Salaries & Benefits
- Entry-level roles (e.g. machinist, fitter): AED 3,500–6,000/month
- Mid-level/supervisory: AED 6,000–12,000+
- Senior roles (e.g. supervisors, managers): AED 15,000–25,000/month
Benefits generally include:
- Tax‑free salary
- Free accommodation, meals & medical
- Annual leave, return ticket home
- Recreation amenities (swimming pool, gym)
- Health insurance, transport allowances, performance bonuses
Candidate Requirements
- Education: ITI, diploma or degree depending on position
- Experience: Ranges from 3–7+ years in shipyard, marine/offshore, welding or fabrication roles
- Skills: AutoCAD, COMPEX, heavy equipment operation, safety protocols
- Eligibility: Some roles require candidates to already be in or available for the UAE
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Application Guidance
Walk-in Interview (India): Bring CV, passport copy and photo to scheduled venues (e.g. Kochi, Visakhapatnam) for roles updated in May 2025—only shortlisted people contacted afterward.
Email Application: Send your CV to recruitment@drydocks.gov.ae. Mention the specific job title in the subject line.
Why Join?
Stepping stone in the maritime/offshore industry—many expats use experience at Drydocks to enter oil & gas or energy sectors. One commenter noted:
“The work culture is fast‑paced with a focus on safety… transitioning to other oil and gas companies later is possible if you build transferable skills.”
Cons: Work hours can be demanding in UAE—average weekly hours often exceed 50 hours.
