Cladder

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Ghobash Group is seeking a hands-on Cladder with 3–5 years’ HVAC and oil and gas experience to install and fabricate aluminum, stainless steel, and GI cladding over insulated ducts, pipes, vessels and equipment on ADNOC projects in Abu Dhabi. You’ll read HVAC layouts, isometrics, P&IDs and GA drawings, coordinate with insulation crews, and ensure proper overlap, sealing and weatherproofing. The right candidate can measure, cut, bend and fit cladding from drawings, fabricate elbows and valve boxes, and secure all finishes safely. In your application, highlight relevant certifications, on-site cladding wins, teamwork, safety, and willingness to work shifts and travel onsite.

Company Description

With a legacy of over 40 years, GCG Engineering Services excels in delivering cutting-edge solutions and aftermarket support for precision instruments, metering systems, flow controls, heat exchangers, automation, plus electrical & instrumentation bulk trading. Renowned for its reliability and expertise, GCG Engineering Services supports the Oil & Gas, Water, Power, and Industrial sectors, enhancing operational efficiency and delivering unmatched value across the GCC region.

Job Description

• Install aluminium, stainless steel (SS), galvanized iron (GI), and other sheet metal cladding over insulated HVAC ducts, chilled water lines, process piping, valves, flanges, vessels, tanks, and equipment.
• Measure, fabricate, cut, bend, roll, and fit cladding sheets according to approved drawings and site requirements.
• Install removable cladding boxes for valves, strainers, flanges, and other maintenance-access components.
• Fabricate elbows, reducers, tees, end caps, valve boxes, and custom cladding sections using sheet metal.
• Secure cladding using rivets, screws, bands, pop rivets, sealants, and approved fastening systems.
• Ensure proper overlap, sealing, weatherproofing, and finishing of all cladding installations.
• Read and interpret HVAC layouts, piping isometrics, P&IDs, GA drawings, and insulation drawings.
• Coordinate with insulation crews to ensure insulation is correctly installed before cladding.
• Repair or replace damaged cladding during construction, pre-commissioning, or maintenance activities.
• Use sheet metal fabrication tools and equipment safely and efficiently.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a Cladder in HVAC, oil & gas projects.
• Vocational training or trade certification or relevant certification.
• Proven experience in cladding HVAC ductwork, chilled water piping, process piping, vessels, and mechanical equipment.

Additional Information

Personal Attributes

• Strong willingness to learn and adapt to a dynamic project environment.
• Attention to detail with a commitment to quality and safety.
• Effective communication skills and a team-oriented approach.
• Ability to follow instructions, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively.
• Willingness to work on-site at various ADNOC project locations in Abu Dhabi.
• Flexibility to work in shifts and extended hours as project demands require.