Contract Vacancies at Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works Limited

About the role

Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works Limited (KSEW) is recruiting experienced professionals on a contract basis for senior engineering, design and supervisory positions. Successful candidates will work in shipbuilding, ship repair, heavy engineering and related industrial environments, supporting production schedules, project execution and contract management.

Posts and vacancies

• DGM (Paint Shop) — 1 post

• Manager (Contract Management) — 1 post

• DM (Engineering Design) — 1 post

• Supervisor (Ship Planning) — 2 posts

All appointments are on contract basis. The advertisement lists detailed qualifications and experience requirements for each post; pay scale is not stated.

Eligibility

DGM (Paint Shop): Bachelor's degree in Engineering from a recognized university; relevant postgraduate qualification is an advantage. Minimum 15–20 years of relevant experience preferably in shipbuilding, ship repair, heavy engineering, marine, fabrication or painting. Strong leadership, communication, decision-making, planning and team management skills. Age: up to 55 years.

Manager (Contract Management): BE / B.Tech / DAE in Mechanical / Industrial & Management / Automotive / Mechatronics from a recognized institution; MBA/BBA (Supply Chain / Marketing) preferred. Minimum hands-on experience: 8 years for BE, 10 years for B.Tech and 15–20 years for DAE in PPRA rules and standard bidding documents with practical expertise in contract administration, performance monitoring, payments and contract closure. PPRA procurement or contract management training and credentials such as CIPS or PMP preferred. Age: up to 55 years.

DM (Engineering Design): BE / B.Tech / DAE in Mechanical / Industrial & Management / Automotive / Mechatronics from a recognized institution. Minimum 5 years (BE) or 8–10 years (B.Tech / DAE) in mechanical design, engineering drawing and drafting of heavy mechanical and industrial equipment (barrage gates, pressure vessels, storage tanks, heat exchangers, fabrication and assembly, installation and general arrangement drawings). Practical knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Pro/ENGINEER (Pro/E) and ANSYS preferred. Age: up to 45 years.

Supervisor (Ship Planning): B.Tech / DAE (Mechanical / Electrical) or equivalent. Minimum 5–10 years of supervisory experience within a shipyard or marine environment. Project management skills and proficiency in MS Office preferred. Age: up to 45 years.

Relaxation in age limit will be given for outstanding candidates.

How to apply

1) Apply online through the KSEW careers page: www.karachishipyard.com.pk/page/careers

2) Or send application by courier to the address below along with:
- CV
- 02 passport-size photographs
- Copies of educational certificates/diploma/degree duly verified from the concerned Board / HEC
- CNIC
- Domicile

Submit applications to:

General Manager (Human Resources)
Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works Ltd
West Wharf Dockyard Road, Karachi - 74000

Applications must be received within seven (07) days from the date of publication of this advertisement.

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for test / interview. No TA/DA will be admissible for appearing in test / interview.

Important dates

• Publication date: 2026-10-14

• Application deadline: 2026-10-21