BMS Operator

Snc-Lavalin; Qatar; On-site; QAR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance coverage

Medical insurance

Annual leave balance

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Transportation & housing allowances

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Qatar is seeking a BMS/LMV/DCP Operator to monitor and control HVAC and utility systems, ensuring safe and efficient operation of chilled water plants. You will analyze data, maintain logs, and coordinate with maintenance teams to optimize performance and energy use.

The role requires a 3-year Diploma in Mechanical/Process/Instrumentation Engineering with at least 5 years of plant operations experience, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Completion of Secondary Education (12 years).
• Three-year full-time Diploma in Mechanical, Process, or Instrumentation Engineering.
• Experience in mechanical or instrumentation plant operations (5+ years).
• Experience in oil & gas facilities, refineries, district cooling plants or similar environments preferred.
• Knowledge of chilled water production systems and HVAC equipment.
• Familiarity with safety interlocks, shutdown systems and plant procedures.
• Proficiency with BMS/SCADA and PLCs; strong computing and email skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate BMS, LMV, and DCP control systems daily.
• Supervise operation of chilled water plants, HVAC and utility equipment.
• Monitor parameters, alarms, trends to ensure efficient operation.
• Identify abnormalities and escalate to maintenance teams as needed.
• Operate safety, shutdown, and emergency control systems per procedures.
• Maintain accurate operational logs, reports and system records.
• Analyze data and provide improvements for performance and energy optimization.
• Coordinate with technicians during maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with client policies and safety standards.
• Respond promptly to emergencies and initiate corrective actions.
• Perform routine inspections and verify equipment status.
• Support preventive maintenance with operational feedback and history.
• Utilize computers, emails and reporting tools for communication.

Skills

English communication

Operational monitoring

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Data interpretation

Education

Secondary Education

Diploma in Mechanical/Process/Instrumentation Engineering

Tools

BMS/SCADA

PLC control systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description Overview

The BMS (Building Management System) / LMV (Local Monitoring and Visualization) / DCP (Distributed Control Panel) Operator is responsible for monitoring, operating, and controlling HVAC and utility systems through Building Management Systems and related control platforms. The role ensures the efficient and safe operation of chilled water plants, HVAC equipment, and associated safety and shutdown systems while maintaining optimal building performance. The operator is expected to provide timely system monitoring, fault identification, operational support, and accurate reporting in compliance with client procedures, safety standards, and operational requirements.

Your role

• Monitor and operate Building Management Systems (BMS), LMV, and DCP control systems on a daily basis.
• Supervise the operation of chilled water production plants, HVAC systems, and associated utility equipment.
• Monitor system parameters, alarms, trends, and performance indicators to ensure efficient operation.
• Identify operational abnormalities, system faults, and equipment malfunctions, and elevate issues to maintenance teams when required.
• Operate and monitor safety, shutdown, and emergency control systems in accordance with approved procedures.
• Maintain accurate operational logs, reports, and system records.
• Analyze system data and provide recommendations for performance improvement and energy optimization.
• Coordinate with HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation technicians during maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with client policies, safety procedures, and operating standards.
• Respond promptly to emergency situations and initiate corrective actions as per established procedures.
• Perform routine inspections of plant equipment and verify equipment status through control systems.
• Support preventive maintenance programs by providing operational feedback and system history.
• Utilize computer applications, emails, and reporting tools for communication and documentation purposes.

About you

• Completion of Secondary Education (12 years of schooling).
• Three-year full-time Diploma in Mechanical, Process, or Instrumentation Engineering.
• Age between 25 and 30 years preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical or instrumentation plant operations.
• Experience in oil & gas facilities, refineries, district cooling plants, or similar industrial environments is preferred.
• Knowledge of chilled water production systems and associated HVAC equipment.
• Familiarity with safety interlocks, shutdown systems, and plant operational procedures.
• Working knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and automated control systems is desirable.
• Proficiency in operating Building Management Systems (BMS), SCADA, or similar monitoring platforms.
• Good understanding of HVAC plant operations, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and email communication.
• Good spoken and written English communication skills.
• Ability to interpret operational data, trends, and system alarms.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in shifts and respond effectively during emergencies.

Rewards & benefits

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.

Employee Wellbeing Program

24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, familycare, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more.

Worker Type

Employee Job Type Craft Labor / RPSS.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At AtkinsRéalis, we strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.