# Senior Welder

> International Institute of Tropical Agriculture(IITA) · Ibadan, Nigeria · — · Posted 2026-09-18

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** NRS

## Description

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigeria nationals for the positions below at the Institute’s Headquarters in Ibadan.

**Position:        Senior Welder**

**Contract:       2-years renewable contract**                                            

**Location: Ibadan**

**Closing Date: 2 October 2026**

**DUTIES**

·       Weld and repair farm machinery and implements, including tractors, irrigation equipment, and heavy-duty tools.

·       Fabricate metal structures for research facilities (screen houses, greenhouses, irrigation frames, trial plot fencing, etc.).

·       Measure, cut, and prepare metal materials according to design specifications.

·       Employ appropriate welding techniques (MIG, TIG, stick welding, arc welding, gas welding, etc.) to deliver strong, precise, and safe welds.

·       Carry out preventative maintenance on welded structures to ensure long-term durability and reduce costs of replacement.

·       Maintain safe working conditions and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

·       Keep accurate daily records of welding and fabrication activities, including materials used and labour hours (to feed into cost-recovery tracking).

·       Provide input to equipment investment plans by reporting on recurring fabrication/repair needs.

·       Train and guide junior welders or casual staff on proper welding techniques and safety practices.

·       Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Farm Management.

## Requirements

**QUALIFICATION**

National Diploma (ND) in Mechanical Engineering or related field; NABTEB Technical Certificate in Welding and Fabrication is an advantage. Minimum of 2–4 years of proven welding and fabrication experience in a structured workshop or farm setting is required.

**COMPETENCIES**

The ideal candidate must have:

·       Training or certification in occupational health & safety (e.g., NEBOSH, OSHA, or Nigerian equivalent

·       Experience in Agricultural Research Institutions or farm mechanization projects.

·       Skill in MIG, TIG, stick, and gas welding

·       Familiarity with ERP/work order tracking systems

·       Experience with CNC cutting or advanced metalworking tools

·       Strong knowledge of metals, alloys, and welding consumables.

·       Experience fabricating irrigation systems or research screen houses

·       Knowledge and strict adherence to workplace safety standards, PPE usage, and safe handling of welding/fabrication equipment.

·       Supervisory skills in managing junior welders

·       Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and fabrication plans

·       Ability to work under minimal supervision, with precision and attention to detail

·       Proficiency in English (oral and written) for reporting and communication

## Benefits

**REMUNERATION**

We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.

**METHOD OF APPLICATION**

Interested applicants should complete the online application attaching detailed cover letter and curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format to IITA website: [https://apply.workable.com/iita/#jobs](https://apply.workable.com/iita/#jobs) no later than Two Weeks from the date of this publication.

_**IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce, particularly welcoming applications from women. While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.**_

## Apply

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