SUB-OFFICER

QatarEnergy; Ras Laffan Industrial City; On-site; QAR 111,600 - 167,400; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking a Watch Commander in Al Khor and Al Thakhira to lead teams in emergency situations. This role requires a minimum of 7 years of experience in fire fighting or a related field, alongside strong technical skills in modern fire-fighting equipment. Candidates must demonstrate leadership abilities and effective communication in English. The successful applicant will design and conduct safety drills and manage emergency operations to ensure community safety and preparedness.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years as a Fire‑Fighter or equivalent in a relevant environment.
• Valid driving license – preferably Heavy Vehicle.
• Technical skills in modern fire fighting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Direct the on-station shift in emergency operations.
• Design drills and exercises for community competencies.
• Motivate teams responding to fires and rescues.

Skills

Fire-fighting techniques

Emergency response

Team leadership

Heavy vehicle operation

Communication in English

Education

Completed secondary school education

NFPA 1001 certification

First Aider certification

Tools

Emergency fire-fighting equipment

Job description

Primary Purpose Of The Job

Perform duties as a watch commander to direct and motivate teams responding to fires, rescues and other emergency situations to prevent escalation as quickly as possible. Design and formulate drills and exercises within the community to develop individual and team competencies to the benefit of the industrial cities community and within a safe working environment.

Direct the on-station shift in the performance of routine and non-routine duties, including emergency operations, exercises, drills, emergency vehicle operation and preparedness activities.

Required Experience And Skills

• Minimum 7 years as a Fire‑Fighter or equivalent in a commercial or industrial Fire‑Fighter environment, civil defence force, or military fire service or three years as leading fireman in QP.
• Possess a valid driving License – preferably Heavy Vehicle.
• Technical skills – must be able to use a broad range of modern equipment for fire fighting and rescue.
• The ability to rapidly absorb information on arrival at an incident in conditions which may be dangerous and confusing and accordingly dictate instructions to the on‑scene crews.
• Understanding for the victims of fire and accident and able to cope with distressing circumstances.
• Intermediate English Language (QatarEnergy L4) both spoken and written.

Educational Qualifications

• Completed secondary school education.
• Successfully completed Basic Fire Fighter 1 & 2 (NFPA 1001) & Breathing Apparatus Wearer Course or equivalents.
• Successfully completed NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor 1 & NFPA Fire Officer 1 & 2.
• Qualified First Aider to first responder (CPR with AED) level.