Cladder

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Ghobash Group’s GCG Engineering Services is hiring a full-time Cladder for on-site Abu Dhabi projects, requiring 3–5 years of HVAC and oil and gas cladding experience. The role involves installing and fabricating cladding in aluminum, stainless steel, GI and other materials over insulated ducts, piping, valves, vessels, and equipment; reading HVAC layouts, isometrics, GA drawings, and insulation drawings; coordinating with insulation crews; ensuring weatherproofing, sealing, and proper finishing; and performing repairs during construction and maintenance. Candidates should have vocational training or relevant certification and a proven ability to work safely with sheet metal fabrication tools, in shifts, at ADNOC sites. To apply, tailor your resume to highlight on-site cladding work, emphasize quality and safety, and show collaboration with teams; quantify projects and show any ADNOC exposure.

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.