Technical Assistant

NES Fircroft; Doha; On-site; QAR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft in Doha, Qatar is seeking a Technical Assistant to provide critical engineering and operational support. You will handle procurement via SAP, maintain documents, and coordinate resources for projects.

The role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Qualified candidates bring a 5+ year track record in technical/administrative support, proficiency in MS Office and SAP, and excellent English communication.

Qualifications

• Higher National Diploma or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar technical or administrative support role.
• Proficient in MS Office and SAP.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and administrative support to engineering and operations teams.
• Manage procurement activities through SAP, including purchase requisitions, service entry sheets, release orders, and contract-related documentation.
• Maintain technical documents, drawings, records, and filing systems.
• Monitor procurement, inventory, maintenance, and financial activities, providing regular status updates.
• Support project execution by coordinating resources, materials, services, and equipment.
• Prepare technical reports, documents, and drawings as required.
• Assist in cost control, cost allocation, cost recovery, and process improvement initiatives.
• Liaise with Finance and other departments regarding SAP transactions and payment processing.
• Create service entry sheets and support invoice/payment approvals for contracted services.
• Maintain proficiency in relevant software including SAP, MS Office, Primavera P6, MS Project, AutoCAD, and related engineering systems.

Skills

MS Office

SAP

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

English fluency

Multitasking

Education

Higher National Diploma

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

AutoCAD

SAP

Job description

Technical Assistant

Job Location - Qatar

Qualification

• Higher National Diploma or equivalent from a recognized institution.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar technical or administrative support role.
• Proficient in MS Office and SAP.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently under pressure.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical and administrative support to engineering and operations teams.
• Manage procurement activities through SAP, including purchase requisitions, service entry sheets, release orders, and contract-related documentation.
• Maintain technical documents, drawings, records, and filing systems.
• Monitor procurement, inventory, maintenance, and financial activities, providing regular status updates.
• Support project execution by coordinating resources, materials, services, and equipment.
• Prepare technical reports, documents, and drawings as required.
• Assist in cost control, cost allocation, cost recovery, and process improvement initiatives.
• Liaise with Finance and other departments regarding SAP transactions and payment processing.
• Create service entry sheets and support invoice/payment approvals for contracted services.
• Maintain proficiency in relevant software including SAP, MS Office, Primavera P6, MS Project, AutoCAD, and related engineering systems.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of procurement and inventory management and cost control processes.
• Experience with engineering document control and record management.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining andManufacturingsectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.