Technical and Support Staff Vacancies at Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works Limited

About the role

Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works Limited (KSEW) invites suitable candidates for appointment to technical, supervisory, administrative and support positions on a contract basis in Karachi.

Posts and vacancies

Eligibility

Manager (Deck & Hold / Accommodation)

• BE, B.Tech or DAE in Mechanical, Ship Construction, Hull or Naval Architecture from a recognized institution.

• At least 8–10 years of experience for BE holders, 10–15 years for B.Tech holders, and 15–20 years for DAE holders or equivalent in shipbuilding, ship repair, marine outfitting or a related industry.

• Practical experience in deck and accommodation outfitting, including installation and fitting of deck machinery, HVAC equipment and ducting, hatches, foundations, paneling, ceilings, insulation, accommodation furniture, galley fittings and associated equipment.

• Preference will be given to candidates able to manage multiple activities and meet demanding project deadlines, with good knowledge of MS Office.

• Age: up to 45 years.

Assistant Programmer (EDP)

• BS in Computer Science or equivalent.

• At least three years of experience in Oracle EBS, legacy systems, APEX, custom forms and reports.

• Ability to debug forms and reports independently in a large-scale setup.

• Knowledge of computerized accounting software, including QuickBooks, Peachtree and Oracle, along with excellent managerial skills, will be preferred.

• Age: up to 45 years.

AM (Planning)

• BE, B.Tech or DAE in Mechanical or Ship Construction, or equivalent, from a recognized institution.

• More than three years of experience for BE holders, 10 years for B.Tech holders, and 15–20 years for DAE holders in ship planning, estimation, preparation of working details, material estimation, and planning and scheduling of shipbuilding activities, preferably in shipbuilding or a heavy engineering environment.

• Good understanding of production drawings, technical specifications, bills of quantities, material requirements and production planning.

• Proven experience in foreign shipyards will be preferred.

• Age: up to 45 years.

AM (Stores)

• BBA or BS in Supply Chain Management, or Intermediate, from a recognized institution.

• More than three years of relevant experience for BS holders and 15–20 years for Intermediate candidates.

• Proficiency in ERP or IFS, with good knowledge of MS Office, will be preferred.

• Age: up to 55 years.

Senior Supervisor (Procurement)

• B.Com or BBA from an HEC-recognized university.

• At least 8–10 years of experience in the relevant field.

• Proficiency in MS Office and hands-on ERP experience will be preferred.

• Age: up to 45 years.

Senior Supervisor (Stores)

• B.Com or BBA from an HEC-recognized university.

• At least 8–10 years of experience in the relevant field.

• Proficiency in MS Office and hands-on ERP experience will be preferred.

• Age: up to 45 years.

Supervisor (Electrical)

• B.Tech or DAE in Electrical, Electronics or Mechatronics from a recognized institution.

• 5–10 years of experience in electrical maintenance.

• Hands-on experience in reading technical drawings and diagnosing and rectifying electrical faults will be preferred.

• Age: up to 45 years.

Supervisor (Paint Shop)

• DAE in Mechanical or equivalent.

• 5–10 years of experience in industrial painting or paint shop activities, preferably in a heavy industrial or shipbuilding environment, with a good understanding of painting procedures, surface preparation, coating systems, technical specifications and drawings.

• Ability to effectively lead and supervise a team carrying out paint-related activities will be preferred.

• Age: up to 45 years.

Supervisor (Safety)

• B.Tech (Hons.) in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics or Industrial, or equivalent, from a recognized institution.

• Five years of experience in Safety or HSE functions, preferably in shipbuilding, heavy engineering, manufacturing or construction.

• Knowledge of personal protective equipment (PPE), Permit to Work (PTW), hot work, working at height, lifting operations and confined-space safety, with good knowledge of MS Office, will be preferred.

• Age: up to 45 years.

Technical Assistant (Safety)

• DAE in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial, or equivalent, from a recognized institution.

• Minimum three years of experience in Safety or HSE-related activities, preferably in shipbuilding, heavy engineering, manufacturing or construction.

• Knowledge of PPE, fire safety, hot work, lifting operations, working at height, confined spaces and general industrial safety practices, with good knowledge of MS Office, will be preferred.

• Age: up to 45 years.

Office Assistant

• Graduate from an HEC-recognized institution.

• At least three years of experience in office administration, record keeping and correspondence, preferably in an industrial or engineering environment.

• Strong knowledge of MS Office and ERP or IFS applications will be preferred.

• Age: up to 45 years.

Sub-Assistant

• Intermediate.

• Minimum two years of experience in the relevant field.

• Must be computer literate with good typing speed.

• Proficiency in MS Office will be preferred.

• Age: up to 35 years.

CO2 Welder

• Primary or Middle education.

• Two years of experience in CO2 welding in heavy industry.

• Relevant trade certification will be preferred.

• Age: up to 45 years.

Electrician

• DAE in Electrical, Electronics or Mechatronics, or Matric.

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in the relevant field.

• A wireman licence will be preferred.

• Age: up to 35 years.

Age-limit relaxation will be given to outstanding candidates.

How to apply

Candidates may apply online through the official KSEW careers website at www.karachishipyard.com.pk/page/careers or send their CVs by courier with their applications to:

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

Courier applications must include two passport-size photographs, copies of educational certificates, diplomas or degrees duly verified by the relevant Board or HEC, and copies of the CNIC and domicile.

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

Important dates

Applications must be submitted within 15 days of publication, making the closing date 23 November 2026.