Swan Defence more than doubles workforce, plans 550 hires by March 2027
Swan Defence and Heavy Industries (SDHI) has announced its plans to significantly expand its workforce, aiming to hire more than 550 employees by March 2027. This decision comes as the company looks to bolster its shipbuilding and heavy fabrication operations.
Rapid Workforce Growth and Hiring Plans
Over the past 18 months, SDHI has more than doubled its workforce in preparation for this expansion. The upcoming recruitment drive will encompass a wide range of roles, including white- and blue-collar positions across newbuild, repair, and refit operations. Specifically, the company is looking to fill roles in project management, design, supply chain, heavy fabrication, civil works, and specialized trades such as precision welding, fitting, and pipework.
SWAVALAMBAN Training Programme
To support this growth, SDHI has implemented the SWAVALAMBAN training programme. Launched last year, this initiative aims to cultivate a skilled workforce for the maritime sector. The programme has already seen over 100 engineers and industrial technicians complete their training, with a focus on transitioning individuals from classroom learning to shopfloor deployment efficiently.
Developed in collaboration with various governmental bodies and educational institutions, SWAVALAMBAN offers a structured training model that includes sourcing, pre-onboarding, technical induction, mentorship, and shopfloor deployment. According to SDHI, this approach has reduced the time taken to prepare trainees for practical work by at least 30 percent.
Industry Partnerships and Job Creation
SDHI’s efforts to expand its workforce are not only beneficial to the company but also to the broader maritime industry in India. By partnering with government entities, educational institutions, and vocational training centers, the company aims to build a strong foundation of skilled professionals to support its operations.
Rear Admiral Vipin Kumar Saxena (retd), CEO of Swan Defence and Heavy Industries, emphasized the importance of industry-aligned training in accelerating technical readiness while maintaining high standards of safety and quality. Beyond the direct hiring of employees, SDHI estimates that its ongoing projects could create up to 5,000 additional jobs through vendors and supply-chain partners in the next two to three years.
As India seeks to enhance its shipbuilding capacity and maritime workforce, initiatives like SWAVALAMBAN play a crucial role in meeting the growing demand for trained professionals and specialized technical talent in the sector.
