Last Updated: 19 October 2026
Author: Muhammad Imran – Educativz.com
Source: Express Karachi e-paper, 18 October 2026 (“Positions Vacant”, KSEW) + official KSEW website
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⚡ Quick answer: Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works Limited (KSEW) has announced 9 contract-basis posts (Express Karachi, 18 October 2026): Manager/DM (Welding), AM (Dock Maintenance), Supervisor (HVAC), Technical Assistant, Machine Operator (3), Fitter (Mechanical) and Steel Fabricator. Candidates from Middle / Matric to BE / BSc can apply. Apply online at karachishipyard.com.pk/page/careers or send your CV by courier within 15 days of publication, which is about 2 November 2026.
📑 In this guide
Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works Limited (KSEW) is a state-owned shipbuilding and ship-repair company at West Wharf, Karachi. In its latest “Positions Vacant” advertisement it is looking for experienced engineers, supervisors and skilled tradesmen on contract basis. There is a place for Matric-pass skilled workers (Machine Operator, Fitter, Steel Fabricator) as well as engineers and diploma holders. If you are searching “Karachi Shipyard naukri” or “KSEW jobs 2026 apply kaise karein”, this guide gives every post, qualification and age limit exactly as printed in the advertisement.
⚓ KSEW Jobs 2026: All Posts (Full Table)
| Position | Posts | Qualification / Experience | Age (years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manager / DM (Welding) | 1 | BE / BSc (Mechanical / Metallurgy / Material) with 5–10 years in a relevant field, preferably shipbuilding / ship repair / heavy engineering, PEC-registered; OR DAE / B.Tech (Mechanical / Ship Construction / Shipwright) with 10–15 years in a shipbuilding industry | Up to 55 |
| AM (Dock Maintenance) | 1 | BE (Mechanical / Marine Engineering) or equivalent, PEC-registered; more than 3 years of maintenance experience in marine or heavy industrial environments | Up to 45 |
| Supervisor (HVAC) | 1 | DAE (HVAC / Mechanical) or equivalent; minimum 5 years in HVAC installation, supervision, testing and commissioning, preferably in shipbuilding, ship repair, marine or heavy engineering | Up to 45 |
| Technical Assistant | 1 | DAE (Mechanical / Electrical); 2–3 years of drafting / designing in steel structures, pressure vessels, storage tanks, heat exchangers and marine structures | Up to 45 |
| Machine Operator | 3 | Middle / Matric; minimum 2–3 years in the relevant field; relevant trade course preferred | Up to 45 |
| Fitter (Mechanical) | 1 | Middle / Matric; minimum 2–3 years in the relevant field; relevant trade course preferred | Up to 45 |
| Steel Fabricator | 1 | Middle / Matric; minimum 2–3 years in the relevant field; relevant trade course preferred | Up to 45 |
Total: 9 posts (7 categories). All appointments are on contract basis.
📊 Job Summary
| Organization | Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works Limited (KSEW) |
| Location | Karachi, Sindh |
| Total posts | 9 (contract basis) |
| Qualification | Middle / Matric, DAE, B.Tech, BE / BSc |
| Age limit | Up to 55 (Manager/DM Welding); up to 45 (all others); relaxation for outstanding candidates |
| Apply | Online at KSEW careers page or by courier |
| Last date | Within 15 days of 18 October 2026 – about 2 November 2026 (exact date not printed) |
| Selection | Shortlisted candidates only, test / interview, no TA/DA |
| Source | Express Karachi, 18 October 2026 |
🔧 Post-wise Requirements
- ✅ Manager / DM (Welding): BE/BSc (Mechanical / Metallurgy / Material), 5–10 years, PEC-registered, or DAE/B.Tech with 10–15 years in shipbuilding. Strong knowledge of SMAW, GMAW and SAW. Foreign qualification in advanced ship-building welding is preferred. Certifications such as CSWIP / AWS / IWE / IWT, VT / WIL-S (PWI) are an advantage. Age up to 55.
- ✅ AM (Dock Maintenance): BE (Mechanical / Marine) with PEC registration and more than 3 years of maintenance experience in marine or heavy industry. Team supervision and troubleshooting, planning and shutdown execution skills are preferred. Age up to 45.
- ✅ Supervisor (HVAC): DAE (HVAC / Mechanical), minimum 5 years in HVAC installation, supervision, testing and commissioning. Skills in fabrication, ducting, piping, equipment installation and workforce supervision are preferred. Age up to 45.
- ✅ Technical Assistant: DAE (Mechanical / Electrical) with 2–3 years of drafting / designing. MS Office and the ability to read engineering drawings are preferred. Age up to 45.
- ✅ Machine Operator (3), Fitter (Mechanical) and Steel Fabricator: Middle / Matric, minimum 2–3 years in the relevant field, trade course preferred. Age up to 45.
- Relaxation in age limit will be given for outstanding candidates.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the test / interview.
- No TA/DA will be admissible for appearing in the test / interview.
📝 How to Apply for KSEW Jobs 2026
There are two ways to apply, both given in the advertisement:
Online: open www.karachishipyard.com.pk/page/careers (KSEW official website) and apply for your post.
By courier: send your CV with your application, 2 passport-size photographs, copies of educational certificates / diploma / degree duly verified from the concerned Board / HEC, CNIC and domicile.
Courier address: General Manager (Human Resources), Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works Ltd, West Wharf Dockyard Road, Karachi – 74000.
Make sure KSEW receives your application within 15 days of 18 October 2026 (about 2 November 2026). Do not wait for the last day.
Keep a copy of your application and wait for a call. Only shortlisted candidates are called for the test / interview.
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🗂️ Documents Checklist
- ✅ Application and updated CV
- ✅ 2 passport-size photographs
- ✅ Educational certificates / diploma / degree, verified from the concerned Board / HEC
- ✅ CNIC and domicile
- ✅ Experience certificates (2–3 years and above, as the post requires)
- ✅ PEC registration (for BE posts) and any welding / trade certificates (CSWIP, AWS, IWE, PWI, trade course)
📄 CV Tips for a Shipyard Job
KSEW wants proven hands-on experience, so list your years in shipbuilding, ship repair or heavy engineering at the top. Welders should write the processes they know (SMAW, GMAW, SAW) and certificates; HVAC and maintenance candidates should write the projects they supervised; fitters, machine operators and fabricators should write their trade course and machines / jobs handled. Build a clean CV with the Free CV Builder (Educativz) and save it as a PDF.
📰 Official Advertisement (Express Karachi, 18 October 2026)
Source: Express Karachi e-paper, 18 October 2026 and the official KSEW careers page.
🚫 Mistakes to Avoid
- ❌ Posting an application without verified certificates or without 2 photographs.
- ❌ Applying for a post whose age limit or experience you do not meet.
- ❌ Waiting for the last day: courier takes time and the 15 days run from 18 October.
- ❌ Paying anyone for a “guaranteed” shipyard job. KSEW selects through the test / interview only.
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❓ FAQs: KSEW Karachi Shipyard Jobs 2026
Q1: What is the last date for Karachi Shipyard (KSEW) jobs 2026? (Karachi Shipyard jobs last date kab hai)
Ans: The advertisement (Express Karachi, 18 October 2026) says applications must reach KSEW within 15 days of publication, which is about 2 November 2026. The exact date is not printed, so apply early.
Q2: How do I apply for KSEW jobs? (KSEW jobs 2026 apply kaise karein)
Ans: Apply online through the KSEW website, www.karachishipyard.com.pk/page/careers, or send your CV by courier with your application, 2 passport-size photographs, copies of verified certificates, CNIC and domicile to the General Manager (HR), KSEW, West Wharf Dockyard Road, Karachi – 74000.
Q3: How many posts has KSEW announced?
Ans: Nine posts on contract basis in seven categories: Manager/DM (Welding) 1, AM (Dock Maintenance) 1, Supervisor (HVAC) 1, Technical Assistant 1, Machine Operator 3, Fitter (Mechanical) 1 and Steel Fabricator 1.
Q4: Can Matric pass candidates apply?
Ans: Yes. Machine Operator, Fitter (Mechanical) and Steel Fabricator need Middle / Matric with at least 2–3 years of experience in the relevant field. A relevant trade course is preferred.
Q5: What is the age limit?
Ans: Up to 55 years for Manager/DM (Welding) and up to 45 years for all other posts. KSEW says relaxation in age limit will be given for outstanding candidates.
Q6: Are these permanent jobs?
Ans: No. The advertisement says the appointments are on a contract basis.
Q7: What qualification is needed for Manager/DM (Welding)?
Ans: BE / BSc (Mechanical / Metallurgy / Material) with 5–10 years of experience, preferably in shipbuilding, ship repair or heavy engineering (PEC-registered); OR DAE / B.Tech (Mechanical / Ship Construction / Shipwright) with 10–15 years of proven shipbuilding experience. Strong knowledge of SMAW, GMAW and SAW welding is required.
Q8: Will there be TA/DA for the test or interview?
Ans: No. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the test / interview, and no TA/DA is admissible.
✍️ About the Author
Muhammad Imran writes simple guides on jobs, admissions and scholarships at Educativz.com. All information here comes from the KSEW advertisement in Express Karachi (18 October 2026).
Disclaimer: Educativz.com is not the official website of KSEW. We only share the official advertisement in simple words. Please confirm details at karachishipyard.com.pk before applying. We do not guarantee any job and we never charge a fee.
