NES Fircroft has the industry’s largest presence on fabrication yards across Asia; we’re actively working on every significant fabrication project across the region, supporting activity in countries such as South Korea, China, Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore, and Malaysia. With over 5 decades of experience in the engineering and fabrication industry, we have built a reputation as a trusted partner for clients looking for compliant global workforce solutions.
We work closely with clients to assess their fabrication options and talent support needs. Our extensive understanding of global mobility, local talent pools, and regional employment regulations means we are well-placed to advise clients on their project talent needs. By aligning with project needs from the outset, we ensure decision-makers are appraised of all the necessary information they require to firstly select the correct locations for fabrication and secondly then support their talent needs as projects proceed.
Our specialist fabrication team can help you with…
- Mobilising talent through our ‘employer of record services’ to ensure you can distribute your own internal talent to where it is needed most. We can compliantly relocate talent through this global mobility function from all locations around the world including the EU & USA into Asia, in line with local legislation and international workforce requirements.
- Compliance and legal support. Our teams can assist you in establishing your presence in Asia, providing in-country expertise to ensure you can transfer contractors in full compliance with local laws. This includes assistance with taxation, payroll systems, visa and work permits, and other legal frameworks.
- Orientation and relocation support. We provide PPE, tools, transportation, accommodation, mobile phones, bank accounts, insurance, and guidance on local cultural values to ensure seamless workforce integration.
- Understanding the cost of resource solutions during the FEED and pre-FEED fabrication phases. We assist clients in mapping talent and understanding the true cost of hiring. We know each yard’s strengths/weaknesses regarding talent, enabling us to support projects effectively throughout their entire lifecycle.
- Sourcing and deploying trained and experienced professionals to support your Asian fabrication projects. Our established network of local and expatriate candidates spans a variety of projects, from FPSOs, modulization, and vessels, to offshore wind foundations and jackets and HVDC.
Fabrication Projects We Support
We support and mobilise engineers and technical talent for the following projects:
- Yard Qualifications, Inspections/Audits
- Onshore/Offshore Module Fabrication, LNG, FPSO/FLNG, Mechanical/Process modules
- Onshore/Offshore Wind, Turbines, Jacket/Foundations, Subsea Cabling
- Onshore/Offshore Electrical Substations, E-House, HVDC Substations
- FPSO Refurbs/New Builds, Hulls, Topsides, Turrets
- Drill Ships, Semi-Submersibles, Tankers (LNG/Oil
- Subsea Structures, Manifolds, Jackets, Spooling
- Modules Integration
- Competitions/Commissioning
- Transport, Installation and Startup
Our Services
Looking to hire talent from overseas?
Addressing skills gaps within your own borders can be challenging, which is why many businesses turn to hiring international talent. However, navigating complex labour laws without a physical presence in multiple countries can be tricky. That’s where we come in with our employer of record (EOR) services.
An EOR is a third-party employment partner that legally hires workers on the clients' behalf, taking on all administrative and compliance responsibilities. This allows businesses to expand their operations globally and hire international talent without the lengthy and costly process of setting up local infrastructures.
If your Asian fabrication projects require skilled labour from overseas and you don’t have a legal entity, our EOR function is the ideal solution. It enables you to attract and retain talent from anywhere in the world.
Through this service, you can quickly build a skilled, qualified workforce while mitigating the hiring risks and costs associated with international employment, as we handle all administrative tasks. Our local infrastructure, backed by our knowledge of global procedures, means we can quickly obtain the relevant visas and work permits for contractors. We assume the role of the legal employer, managing payroll, taxation, and immigration compliance. This lets you focus on expanding your fabrication business with peace of mind.
Global standard, implemented locally
We offer comprehensive assignment support and orientation consultancy services for a complete contractor management solution. Our team handles all the logistics so that you can focus on core business responsibilities. We offer full support to our clients and candidates, providing in-country orientation, accommodation arrangements, bank account set-up, and medical and insurance provisions.
Our commercial teams are located throughout Asia, with regional expertise and connections to local authorities to ensure seamless transitions for contractors. Our support services assist contractors in settling into new assignments, help eliminate payment-related challenges, and ensure that all stakeholders are fully protected, covering legal liability for clients and third parties.
Our broad understanding of local workforce capabilities enables us to provide clients with targeted and effective talent solutions on fabrication projects. We have extensive experience working with a range of skilled contractors in the industry, having engaged with them multiple times. This experience gives us clear insights into their strengths and weaknesses, allowing us to support clients with strategic workforce planning to ensure they have the right personnel for their projects.
During the FEED stage, we offer location and fabrication yard talent mapping, providing clients with confidence in their project staffing decisions through FID. By engaging early, we can identify upcoming projects and position our talent mapping services as a critical advantage. With local staff and support on the ground in all key fabrication locations, our locally owned entities possess a thorough understanding of regional processes.
We have in-depth knowledge of local talent resources, with contractors readily available for deployment as needed. We can support you with:
- Manpower planning/scheduling/cost estimating/forecasting
- Talent mapping/sourcing
- Consultation on local immigration and workforce regulations
- Consultation on local workforce rates and market rate card simulations
Our specialist teams have experience in white-collar and blue-collar placements for fabrication yards across Asia, placing local, regional, and expatriate-level contractors in the following areas:
- Project Management – Project Manager/ Directors, Project Delivery Manager, Project Program Manager, Project Controls Managers, Contracts/Procurement Managers, HR/Resource Coordinators, Materials/Finance Coordinators, Project Planners/Schedulers, Quantity Surveyors, Contracts Administration, Procurement / Expeditors, OIM (Offshore Installation Manager)
- HSE – HSE Managers, Inspectors
- Quality – QA/QC Coordinators, Discipline-Specific Inspectors (Structural, Dimension Control, Coating, Piping, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation & Telecom)
- Construction – Managers/Superintendents/Advisors, Discipline Superintendents (Structural, Coating, Piping, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation & Telecom), Production/Service Superintendents
- Completion / Commissioning – Engineers, Discipline Technicians, Permit to Work, LOTO, SCBD Coordinator
- Transport, Installation and Startup
- Operation/ Maintenance – Operators, Scheduler, Maintenance Lead, Turnaround Lead/Coordinators
Countries We Serve
We deliver optimal workforce solutions for businesses in Asia, with local offices and specialist teams that understand each country's culture and legal frameworks and who can speak the language of clients and candidates.
Why Choose NES Fircroft to Support the Scope of Your Fabrication Project?
Our contractor management and global mobility solutions are backed by unrivalled levels of contractor care, enabling us to support major fabrication yards in Asia. Our strong regional presence and established local relationships allow us to mobilise and onboard contractors to your projects, ensuring compliance while adapting to your scalability needs.
Legacy and Experience
We have over 5 decades of experience in the fabrication industry, with teams of discipline-specific consultants who have extensive knowledge of every sector we operate in. Our commitment to excellence and continuous improvement has established us as a trusted partner in the fabrication industry.
Local Knowledge
With over 80 offices globally, including several in key locations across Asia, we can provide on-the-ground support to contractors and clients. Our proximity to local businesses and cultures allows us to provide valuable market insights and specialised knowledge to ensure your recruitment processes are carried out swiftly and compliantly.
Global Talent Pool
We have a global network of highly trained and experienced individuals who have designed and built some of the world's largest and most complex fabrication projects. All candidates on our database are pre-qualified, meaning they can be deployed quickly to your yards.