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Drydocks World Dubai
4.2
based on 217 Reviews
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Company Summary
The leading shipyard in the Middle East, offering comprehensive repair and conversion services for large vessels and offshore construction projects.
Overall Rating
4.2/5
based on 217 reviews

5% above
industry average

Highly rated for
Job security, Skill development, Company culture
Work Policy

Work from office
81% employees reported

Monday to Friday
30% employees reported

Strict timing
52% employees reported

No travel
50% employees reported
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Top Employees Benefits
Free meal
18 employees reported
Job/Soft skill training
17 employees reported
Office gym
16 employees reported
Health insurance
15 employees reported
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About Drydocks World Dubai
Founded in1983 (42 yrs old)
India Employee Count1k-5k
Global Employee Count10k-50k
HeadquartersDubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Office Locations
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Websitedrydocks.gov.ae
Primary Industry
Other Industries
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Located in one of the rapidly developing regions of the world and a busy trading route, Drydocks Worldβs Dubai shipyard is one of the most prolific shipyards in operation. The shipyard is the largest facility in the Middle East and is the flagship company of Dubai World subsidiary Drydocks World. A ship repair yard of choice, it is also the preferred location for vessel conversions, new building and offshore construction.Conceived as an ambitious project under the guidance of H.H. Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the late Ruler of Dubai, the facility on an average handles 350 vessels in a year, most of them ULCCs (Ultra Large Crude Carriers) and VLCCs (Very Large Crude Carriers). It completed 30 years of operation in 2008. The shipyard has repaired over 7500 vessels so far.
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Drydocks World Dubai Ratings
based on 217 reviews
Overall Rating
4.2/5
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4.1
Job security
4.0
Skill development
3.9
Company culture
3.9
Salary
3.9
Work-life balance
3.8
Work satisfaction
3.5
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Drydocks World Dubai is rated 4.2 out of 5 stars on AmbitionBox, based on 217 company reviews. This rating reflects a generally positive employee experience, indicating satisfaction with the companyβs work culture, benefits, and career growth opportunities. AmbitionBox gathers authentic employee reviews and ratings, making it a trusted platform for job seekers and employees in India.
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Gender Based Ratings at Drydocks World Dubai
based on 180 reviews
4.7
Rated by 4 Women
Rated 4.2 for Work-life balance and 4.0 for Salary
4.2
Rated by 176 Men
Rated 4.1 for Job security and 4.0 for Skill development
Work Policy at Drydocks World Dubai
based on 21 reviews in last 6 months
Work from office
81%
Permanent work from home
19%
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Overall Rating | 4.2/5 based on 217 reviews | 3.9/5 based on 27 reviews | 4.7/5 based on 48 reviews | 4.2/5 based on 226 reviews |
Highly Rated for | Job security Skill development Work-life balance | Company culture Job security | Work satisfaction Skill development Promotions | Skill development Company culture Work satisfaction |
Critically Rated for | No critically rated category | Skill development Salary Work satisfaction | No critically rated category | No critically rated category |
Primary Work Policy | Work from office 81% employees reported | - | - | Work from office 74% employees reported |
Rating by Women Employees | 4.7 Excellent rated by 4 women | 5.0 Excellent rated by 1 women | 5.0 Excellent rated by 2 women | 4.0 Good rated by 21 women |
Rating by Men Employees | 4.2 Good rated by 176 men | 3.7 Good rated by 25 men | 4.6 Excellent rated by 40 men | 4.2 Good rated by 177 men |
Job security | 4.1 Good | 3.9 Good | 3.9 Good | 3.8 Good |
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Drydocks World Dubai Salaries
Drydocks World Dubai salaries have received with an average score of 3.9 out of 5 by 217 employees.
QC Inspector
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βΉ9 L/yr - βΉ26 L/yr
Piping Engineer
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βΉ13 L/yr - βΉ48 L/yr
Fireman
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βΉ0.5 L/yr - βΉ4.5 L/yr
Senior Structural Designer
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βΉ15.5 L/yr - βΉ22 L/yr
Piping Design Engineer
(8 salaries)
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βΉ9.6 L/yr - βΉ15 L/yr
Structural Design Engineer
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βΉ12.1 L/yr - βΉ16.5 L/yr
Piping Designer
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βΉ5.8 L/yr - βΉ16 L/yr
Structural Designer
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βΉ15 L/yr - βΉ30.2 L/yr
Buyer
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βΉ16.5 L/yr - βΉ33 L/yr
Electrical Maintenance Engineer
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βΉ2 L/yr - βΉ7.5 L/yr
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Drydocks World Dubai FAQs
When was Drydocks World Dubai founded?
Drydocks World Dubai was founded in 1983. The company has been operating for 42 years primarily in the Ports & Shipping sector.
Where is the Drydocks World Dubai headquarters located?
Drydocks World Dubai is headquartered in Dubai, Dubai.
How many employees does Drydocks World Dubai have in India?
Drydocks World Dubai currently has more than 2,500+ employees in India. Production, Manufacturing & Engineering department appears to have the highest employee count in Drydocks World Dubai based on the number of reviews submitted on AmbitionBox.
Does Drydocks World Dubai have good work-life balance?
Drydocks World Dubai has a Work-Life Balance Rating of 3.9 out of 5 based on 200+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox. 82% employees rated Drydocks World Dubai 4 or above, while 18% employees rated it 3 or below on work-life balance. This indicates that the majority of employees feel a generally balanced work-life experience, with some opportunities for improvement based on the feedback. We encourage you to read Drydocks World Dubai work-life balance reviews for more details
Is Drydocks World Dubai good for career growth?
Career growth at Drydocks World Dubai is rated fairly well, with a promotions and appraisal rating of 3.5. 82% employees rated Drydocks World Dubai 4 or above, while 18% employees rated it 3 or below on promotions/appraisal. Though the sentiment is mixed for career growth, majority employees have rated it positively. We recommend reading Drydocks World Dubai promotions/appraisals reviews for more detailed insights.
What are the pros of working in Drydocks World Dubai?
Working at Drydocks World Dubai offers several advantages that make it an appealing place for employees. The company is highly rated for job security, skill development and company culture, based on 200+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox.
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