Operation Technician

Qatar Aluminium Limited; Qatar; On-site; QAR 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Qatar Aluminium Limited seeks a Diploma-qualified power plant operator to join our operations team in Qatar. You will ensure safe, reliable plant performance and provide around-the-clock shift coverage in accordance with the rota.

You will actively monitor plant parameters, report faults, raise defect notifications, and participate in routine testing and inspections. The role requires 4–6 years of relevant experience and a Diploma/Trade certificate.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Trade certificate in relevant field.
• 4–6 years relevant operations experience in a power plant.

Responsibilities

• Provide around the clock shift cover as per Shift Rota.
• Provide stand-by cover according to plan.
• Proactively monitor plant parameters and long-term trends, looking for issues and developing faults before plant reliability is affected and either take immediate corrective action or propose appropriate action.
• Raise clear defect notifications as required.
• Carry out regular Operations testing as required and report on the findings.
• Carry out regular plant inspection rounds and follow-up on the findings.
• Assist optimizing the use of operational consumables.
• Remain conversant with standard operating procedures, especially those associated with operational crisis management, participating in group discussions and practical exercises.
• Comply with all emergency/crisis procedures.
• Assist reviewing emergency/crisis procedures whenever required and in particular after an incident.
• Perform other related duties or assignments as directed by the superior.

Skills

Safe Work Practices

Power Plant Operations

Technical Assessment

Problem Solving

Computer Literacy

Communication

Education

Diploma/Trade Certificate in relevant field

Job description

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To operate the Power Plant in a controlled and safe manner according to established procedures or guidelines and when necessary, take actions to safeguard the integrity of the assets and reliability of power supply based on established guidelines.

Key Accountabilities - 1

Follow all relevant operational procedures and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.

Departmental Reports

Generate or assist in generation of any departmental reports are prepared as per management request, in a timely and accurate manner to meet company and department requirements governing reporting.

Health, Safety and Environment

Comply with all agreed occupational health, safety and environmental regulations in order to protect personnel and physical assets. Ensure that the work areas are kept in a clean and tidy state in order that work can be carried out safely and effectively.

Provide input and recommend the continuous improvement of the company practices taking into account ‘international best practice’, changes in international standards and changes in the business environment which demand proactive action plans.

Qatarization

Support the development and training of National employees.

Key Accountabilities - 2

Job Specific

• Provide around the clock shift cover as per Shift Rota.
• Provide stand-by cover according to plan.
• Proactively monitor plant parameters and long‑term trends, looking for issues and developing faults before plant reliability is affected and either take immediate corrective action or propose appropriate action.
• Raise clear defect notifications as required.
• Carry out regular Operations testing as required and report on the findings.
• Carry out regular plant inspection rounds and follow‑up on the findings.
• Assist optimizing the use of operational consumables.
• Operational Contingency & Emergency Preparedness and Response
  
  • Remain conversant with standard operating procedures, especially those associated with operational crisis management, participating in group discussions and practical exercises.
  • Comply with all emergency/crisis procedures.
  • Assist reviewing emergency/crisis procedures whenever required and in particular after an incident.
• Related Assignments
  
  • Perform other related duties or assignments as directed by the superior.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work to be performed. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Qatalum’s Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

This position shall only be offered on Bachelor Status . By applying to this position, you agree to this condition.

Minimum Qualifications Required

Diploma/ Trade Certificate in relevant field

Minimum Experience Required

4 - 6 years relevant operations experience in a power plant

Job Specific Skills

• Use of a Safe System of Work providing safe access for work on diverse types of system.
• Power plant operation based on a practical understanding of the power generation process, preferably with combined cycle technology.
• Technical assessment on specific technologies.
• Logical problem solving under time constraints and with serious consequences.
• Use of computers.

Being Proactive & Driving Change Proficiency Level 1

Credibility & Trustworthiness Proficiency Level 1

Documentation & Archiving- Proficiency Level 2

Drive for Excellence Proficiency Level 1

Effective Communication-Proficiency Level 1

Electrical Energy Distribution - Proficiency Level 2

Energy Generation - Proficiency Level 2

Energy Rectification - Proficiency Level 2

Knowledge Management-Proficiency Level 2

Problem Solving & Decision Making - Proficiency Level 2

Respect for Diversity Proficiency Level 1

Team Orientation & Development Proficiency Level 1