Forklift Operator

Swan Global; Doha; On-site; QAR 40,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Swan Global is seeking a qualified Forklift Operator to support material movement and logistics inside a Qatar Oil & Gas plant. The role requires operating forklifts up to 10 tons with a strong focus on safety and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of hands-on experience, a valid Qatari Driving License, and third-party forklift certification. Basic English literacy is required, and candidates must be medically fit to work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on forklift operating experience.
• Valid Qatari Driving License (preference for Qatar Gas Plant experience).
• Valid third-party certification for forklift operation.
• Certificate of competency or other documented qualifications.
• Understanding of rigging signals, HSE procedures, and safety standards.
• Basic English reading and writing skills.
• Age between 25-50 years.
• Medically Fit to Work (FTW).
• Candidates on personal/limousine visas will not be considered.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts up to 10T capacity safely and efficiently.
• Perform material handling tasks including loading, unloading, stacking, and transporting items.
• Carry out daily inspections and ensure forklift equipment is well-maintained.
• Follow rigging signals and safety procedures during all operations.
• Support logistics operations inside the Oil & Gas plant facilities.
• Maintain adherence to all HSE standards and company safety regulations.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety procedures

Rigging signals

HSE compliance

Basic English

Education

Forklift certification

Job description

The Forklift Operator will handle material movement and logistics support inside an Oil & Gas plant. The role involves operating forklifts up to 10-ton capacity, ensuring safe handling of materials, and following all HSE and operational guidelines. The candidate must be experienced, certified, and fully compliant with site safety standards.

Job Responsibilities

Operate forklifts up to 10T capacity safely and efficiently.

Perform material handling tasks including loading, unloading, stacking, and transporting items.

Carry out daily inspections and ensure forklift equipment is well-maintained.

Follow rigging signals and safety procedures during all operations.

Support logistics operations inside the Oil & Gas plant facilities.

Maintain adherence to all HSE standards and company safety regulations.

Minimum 3 years of hands-on forklift operating experience.

Valid Qatari Driving License (preference for candidates with Qatar Gas Plant experience).

Valid third-party certification for forklift operation.

Certificate of competency or other documented qualifications.

Understanding of rigging signals, HSE procedures, and safety standards.

Basic English reading and writing skills.

Age between 2550 years.

Medically Fit to Work (FTW).

Candidates on personal/limousine visas will not be considered.