Technician

Petrotech Group; Qatar; On-site; QAR 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Petrotech Group is looking for a Mechanical Technician based in Qatar. This role involves all mechanical-related work for fabricating and assembling PLC and control panels, including cut-outs, drilling, and installation of components.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in mechanical fabrication, knowledge of earthing standards, and the ability to read technical drawings. A commitment to safety and quality is essential.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in control panel or switchgear panel fabrication.
• Basic understanding of electrical components mounting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical cut‑outs on control panels for operators and other devices.
• Drill and prepare holes as per layout drawings.
• Install and assemble earth bus bars.
• Ensure safety procedures during fabrication and assembly.

Skills

Hands-on experience in mechanical fabrication of control panels

Knowledge of earthing and grounding standards for control panels

Ability to read mechanical drawings and measure accurately

Experience with tools like drilling machines and jigsaws

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical cut‑outs on control panels for operators, meters, push buttons, indication lamps, selector switches and other panel‑mounted devices.
• Drill and prepare holes for push buttons, pilot lamps, cable glands, ventilation fans and accessories as per layout drawings.
• Install and assemble earth bus bars, ensuring proper earthing and bonding of panels and internal components.
• Carry out panel coupling and alignment for multiple‑section panels, ensuring correct leveling, bolting and mechanical integrity.
• Mount mechanical accessories such as DIN rails, gland plates, cable ducts, mounting plates, hinges, locks and ventilation systems.
• Read and interpret GA drawings, panel layout drawings and mechanical assembly instructions.
• Ensure precision, neat finishing and proper deburring during all mechanical work.
• Follow safety procedures and use appropriate tools and PPE during fabrication and assembly.
• Perform minor rework or modifications as required during panel assembly or inspection stages.
• Maintain tools and ensure workplace cleanliness and organization.

QHSE Responsibilities

• Comply with all QHSE standards, policies and procedures relevant to your work.
• Actively participate in QHSE meetings and complete all required safety inductions and training.
• Identify and report unsafe conditions, take corrective action where possible within your scope.
• Follow guidance provided by QHSE officers and use PPE and emergency equipment correctly.
• Support a safe work environment by cooperating with safety practices and encouraging others to do the same.

Skills

• Hands‑on experience in mechanical fabrication of control panels and PLC panels.
• Knowledge of earthing and grounding standards for control panels.
• Basic understanding of electrical components mounting requirements.
• Ability to use tools such as drilling machines, hole cutters, jigsaws, grinders and manual tools.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and measure accurately.
• Experience: 2–5 years of experience in control panel or switchgear panel fabrication.

Competencies

• Accountability – Understands own role and how to contribute to the organization’s success.
• Work Management – Ensures own work plan supports departmental and organization goals.
• Performance Management – Balances priorities to accomplish goals as an individual contributor.
• Innovation – Seeks and willingly shares leading‑edge ideas and best practices.
• People – Shows resilience when faced with setbacks or criticism.

Job‑Specific Competencies

• Hands‑on experience in mechanical fabrication of control panels.
• PLC panels.
• Knowledge of earthing and grounding standards for control panels.
• Basic understanding of electrical components mounting requirements.

Job Summary

The Mechanical Technician is responsible for all mechanical‑related work involved in the fabrication, assembly, and preparation of PLC and control panels. This includes panel cut‑outs, drilling, installation of mechanical components, earthing systems, and panel coupling, ensuring accuracy, safety, and compliance with technical drawings and standards.