Hire skilled shipyard workers from the Philippines.
Praxis International supplies trade-tested Filipino shipfitters, hull welders, pipefitters, marine electricians, scaffolders and coating crews — from specialist placements to complete production teams across Europe, the Middle East and Asia.
- 5 – 500
- Workers per intake
- 8–16 wks
- Job order to arrival
- 100%
- DMW-compliant
- 24 h
- Shortlist turnaround
Why hire shipyard workers from the Philippines?
The Philippines has supplied the global maritime industry for decades. Its yards train tradesmen who read drawings accurately, weld to class standards and respect the permit-to-work culture every dry dock depends on. For yards facing skilled labour shortages, hiring through Praxis is a dependable and scalable workforce solution.
Trained in major Philippine shipbuilding and repair yards on newbuilds and conversions
Class-recognised welding qualifications (ABS, DNV, LR, BV) with documented test records
TESDA National Certificates and verified yard employment history
Familiar with confined space, hot work permits and working-at-height procedures
Experienced with blueprint reading, block assembly sequencing and class inspections
English-proficient and DMW-compliant, minimising your recruitment risk
Shipyard trades we provide.
Praxis sources qualified workers for every stage of construction and repair. Each candidate is pre-screened for certification, yard experience and safety discipline.
Structural & Hull Trades
Steelwork specialists building, aligning and joining blocks, decks and hull sections.
- Shipfitters
- Platers / Steel Fabricators
- Structural Welders
Welding Specialists
Class-qualified welders for hull, pipe and pressure work across multiple processes.
- SMAW / FCAW Welders
- GTAW (TIG) Pipe Welders
- 6G Qualified Welders
Piping & Mechanical
Engine room, deck and system piping plus machinery installation and alignment.
- Marine Pipefitters
- Mechanical Fitters
- Machinists & Turners
Marine Electrical & Instrumentation
Cable pulling, panel work, navigation and automation systems on board.
- Marine Electricians
- Cable Pullers
- Instrumentation Technicians
Surface Preparation & Coating
Hull preparation and protective coating to marine specification and inspection standards.
- Blasters
- Marine Painters / Coaters
- Hydro-Jetting Crew
Access, Rigging & Supervision
The support and leadership layer that keeps dry-dock schedules and safety on track.
- Scaffolders / Staging Crew
- Riggers & Crane Operators
- Foremen & QC Inspectors
Need a specific trade profile?
Share your WPS, class society, plate thicknesses, vessel types and shift patterns — we screen and trade-test candidates against your exact yard requirements.
Marine crews for every yard operation.
Shipbuilding Yards
Newbuild programmes covering block fabrication, erection and outfitting.
Ship Repair & Dry Dock
Steel renewal, pipe replacement and turnaround work under tight dock windows.
Offshore Fabrication
Rigs, jackets, modules and offshore support vessel construction.
Marine Engineering
Engine room overhauls, machinery installation and system commissioning.
Ports & Terminals
Yard maintenance, steel structures and heavy equipment support crews.
Naval & Defence Refit
Refit and maintenance programmes with strict documentation and clearance rules.
Steel Structure Fabrication
Heavy plate fabrication shops feeding marine and industrial projects.
Barge & Small Craft Yards
Tugs, barges, ferries and workboat construction and repair.
From approved job order to the dry dock.
Every placement follows DMW regulations and the labour laws of the host country.
- Step 01
Approved Job Order
Recruitment begins only once the job order is officially approved under DMW regulations.
- Step 02
Screening & Trade Testing
Welders and fitters are tested to your WPS and trade standards — final selection stays with you.
- Step 03
Documentation & Medical
Selected workers complete required paperwork and a medical exam at a DMW-accredited facility.
- Step 04
Visa Processing
Praxis coordinates work permit and visa processing with the employer and host country authorities.
- Step 05
Government Processing
Permits, contracts and clearances handled in full compliance with DMW and host country requirements.
- Step 06
Pre-Departure Orientation
Mandatory orientation covering contracts, worker rights and deployment procedures.
- Step 07
Deployment
Workers are deployed only after all documentation, approvals and clearances are secured.
Simple, compliant and efficient.
Share requirements
Trades, WPS and class standards, headcount, shift structure, yard location and timeline.
Candidate sourcing
We shortlist experienced Filipino shipyard tradesmen from verified maritime talent pools.
Trade testing & screening
Welding tests, certificate verification and practical safety evaluation before shortlist.
Documentation
We handle DMW processing, contracts, medicals and all deployment paperwork.
Deployment support
Coordination of relocation, arrival and onboarding into your yard.
One recruitment partner, the whole yard crew.
Share your trades, headcount, class standards, shift structure, yard location and timeline. We source, trade-test and mobilise — you keep control of every selection decision.
Maritime specialisation
We recruit Filipino workers exclusively and know the country's shipbuilding trade pipeline.
Class-qualified welders
A deep pool of welders with class-recognised tickets and verified test records.
End-to-end support
From sourcing to deployment, Praxis manages the full recruitment process.
Compliance-first approach
All placements are legally processed under DMW accreditation.
Trusted internationally
Yards across Europe, the Gulf and Asia hire marine crews through Praxis.
Scalable supply
From five specialist welders to full multi-trade production crews, we deliver on schedule.
Where we deploy workers from the Philippines
Compliant overseas recruitment for employers hiring Filipino workers across Europe, the GCC and North America.
Frequently asked questions
Still unsure about trades, class qualifications or timelines? Our recruitment team answers within one business day.
Contact us01Why hire shipyard workers from the Philippines?
The Philippines is one of the world's largest shipbuilding and maritime labour hubs. Filipino shipyard workers are trained in major yards handling newbuilds, conversions and repairs, so they arrive familiar with block assembly, class inspections and strict yard safety culture.
02Which shipyard trades can Praxis supply?
Shipfitters, hull and structural welders, platers, pipefitters, marine electricians, mechanical fitters, riggers, scaffolders, blasters and painters, machinists, crane operators, QC inspectors and yard supervisors.
03Are Filipino shipyard workers certified?
Candidates are screened for TESDA National Certificates, class-approved welding qualifications (3G/4G/6G, SMAW, FCAW, GTAW), STCW basic safety training where applicable, and documented yard experience with verified employment records.
04Do the welders hold class society qualifications?
Yes. We source welders with qualifications recognised by classification societies such as ABS, DNV, LR and BV, and we can arrange re-testing to your WPS before or after arrival.
05Can you supply full shipyard crews?
Yes. Praxis mobilises complete production crews — from a handful of specialist welders to multi-trade teams of 500 workers per intake for newbuild programmes and dry-dock peaks.
06How long does deployment take?
Typical timelines run 8–16 weeks from an approved job order to arrival, depending on visa route, host country processing and trade testing requirements.
07Do workers have offshore and repair yard experience?
Many candidates have worked on tankers, bulkers, container vessels, ferries, offshore support vessels, rigs and naval refits, covering both newbuild and repair environments.
08How is safety competency assessed?
Screening covers confined space entry, hot work permits, working at height, staging and scaffolding discipline, PPE compliance, LOTO and toolbox talk participation.
09Which industries and yards do you serve?
Shipbuilding and repair yards, offshore fabrication yards, marine engineering workshops, port and dry-dock operators, naval refit programmes and steel structure fabricators.
10Why choose Praxis for shipyard recruitment?
Praxis manages the complete cycle — sourcing, trade testing, certificate verification, DMW documentation, medicals, visas and deployment — under full DMW accreditation, so yards receive verified, job-ready marine tradesmen.
Start hiring Filipino shipyard workers today.
Whether you need a handful of class-qualified welders or a complete multi-trade production crew, Praxis provides verified, deployment-ready marine tradesmen for yards worldwide.