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Hornibrook NGI is a leading construction and engineering company based in Lae, Morobe Province, delivering major infrastructure, industrial, and building projects throughout Papua New Guinea.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are seeking motivated, qualified, and experienced professionals to join our growing Fabrication and Plant & Hire Divisions. These positions are based in Lae.

WORKSHOP SUPERINTENDENT

Position Overview

The Workshop Superintendent is responsible for overseeing all workshop operations, ensuring steel fabrication projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on schedule, and to the required quality standards. This role reports to the Workshop Manager – Fabrication.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily workshop operations and production activities.
• Coordinate fabrication schedules and allocate resources effectively.
• Ensure all fabrication works meet engineering specifications and project deadlines.
• Enforce safety standards and compliance with workshop procedures.

• Strong ability to read and interpret complex engineering and fabrication drawing, specifications, blueprints and welding symbols.
• Good knowledges of welding practices, fabrication processes, quality control and workshop safety.

• Conduct quality inspections on fabricated products and welding works.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop workshop personnel and subcontractors.
• Coordinate preventative maintenance and servicing of workshop equipment.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, and clients regarding project progress and resource requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum Grade 10 or 12 Certificate.

• Tradesman Certificate in Metal Fabrication & Welding or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum five (5) years' experience in steel fabrication and workshop leadership.

• Previous experiences as Workshop Supervisor, Superintendent and Leading Hand role
• Strong knowledge of fabrication processes, welding standards, and quality control
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, fabrication plans, and welding symbols
• Familiarity with applicable AWS and/or AS/NZS standards
• Strong leadership, planning, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Basic computer literacy and production reporting capability

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit:

• Application Letter
• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Copies of relevant qualifications and licences
• Contact details for at least two (2) professional referees

Applications should be addressed to:

The HR Manager
Hornibrook NGI Ltd
P.O. Box 1812
Lae, Morobe Province

Email: [email protected]

Closing Date

Friday, 16^th October 2026

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Lae-based candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Be the link that keeps our projects moving forward. Apply today and help build tomorrow's infrastructure.