Operation Helper (With Forklift & Bobcat Licenses)

TradesApp; Doha; On-site; QAR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

TradesApp in Doha, Qatar is seeking a hands-on Operations Support role at our plant. You will assist control room operators, monitor field conditions, record data, and participate in basic maintenance and chemical handling activities to keep plant processes safe and efficient.

Ideal candidates have forklift and Bobcat operation licenses, be physically fit, and able to work in a fast-paced environment while following safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Qualifications

• Licensed forklift operation and/or material handling experience.
• Bobcat/skid-steer operation license and proven use.
• Ability to load/unload materials and prepare sites.
• Knowledge of basic equipment inspection and safety checks.
• Capable of safe lifting and manual handling practices.
• Experience supporting construction-site or warehouse tasks.
• Adherence to PPE requirements and safety procedures.
• Comfort working in a physically demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist Control Room Operators in daily plant operations.
• Support start-up, shutdown, and normal running of plant units.
• Operate basic equipment under supervision (pumps, valves, filters).
• Carry out field checks on RO trains, intake, and post-treatment systems.
• Perform routine patrols of plant areas and check pumps, pipelines, tanks, filters, dosing systems.
• Report leaks, abnormal noise, vibration, or equipment faults.
• Ensure all equipment is operating safely and efficiently.
• Take operational readings (flow, pressure, level, conductivity, pH).
• Record data in log sheets or digital systems (SCADA support).
• Collect water samples for laboratory analysis and assist on-site testing when required.
• Assist maintenance team during repairs and shutdowns.
• Perform cleaning of equipment, filters, and work areas; support lubrication and minor mechanical tasks.
• Help in changing cartridges, filters, or consumable parts.
• Assist in safe handling and dilution of treatment chemicals; check dosing systems under supervision.
• Ensure correct storage and labeling of chemicals; maintain housekeeping and waste management.
• Carry out any additional operational tasks assigned by supervisors.

Skills

Forklift operation

Bobcat operation

Loading unloading

Site prep

Equipment inspection

Safe lifting

Site support

Safety procedures

Physical fitness

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Plant Operation Support

• Assist Control Room Operators in daily plant operations


• Support start-up, shutdown, and normal running of plant units


• Operate basic equipment under supervision (pumps, valves, filters)


• Carry out field checks on RO trains, intake, and post-treatment systems

Field Monitoring & Inspection

• Perform routine patrols of plant areas


• Check pumps, pipelines, tanks, filters, and chemical dosing systems


• Report leaks, abnormal noise, vibration, or equipment faults


• Ensure all equipment is operating safely and efficiently

Data Recording & Sampling

• Take operational readings (flow, pressure, level, conductivity, pH)


• Record data in log sheets or digital systems (SCADA support)


• Collect water samples for laboratory analysis


• Assist in basic on-site testing when required

Basic Maintenance Support

• Assist maintenance team during repairs and shutdowns


• Perform cleaning of equipment, filters, and work areas


• Support lubrication, tightening, and minor mechanical tasks


• Help in changing cartridges, filters, or consumable parts

Chemical Handling Assistance

• Assist in safe handling and dilution of treatment chemicals


• Support chemical dosing system checks under supervision


• Ensure correct storage and labeling of chemicals

Housekeeping & General Duties

• Maintain cleanliness of plant and operational areas


• Support waste management and environmental housekeeping


• Carry out any additional operational tasks assigned by supervisors

Key Skills

• Forklift Operation & Material Handling with license (3 years’ Experience)


• Bobcat / Skid-Steer Operation with license (3 years’ Experience)


• Loading and Unloading Materials


• Site Preparation & Cleaning


• Basic Equipment Inspection


• Safe Lifting and Manual Handling


• Warehouse & Construction Site Support


• Following Safety Procedures and PPE Requirements


• Good Physical Fitness and Stamina