Urgent Hiring: Certified Mechanical Technician / Supervisor – Ras Laffan, Qatar

Mechvox; Qatar; On-site; QAR 95,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Mechvox in Ras Laffan, Qatar is seeking Certified Mechanical Technician / Supervisor for a two‑month, extendable start-up contract on a major LNG project. The role requires hands-on experience with pumps and rotating equipment, plus leadership of small field teams.

Applicants must have a Diploma/ITI or recognised mechanical trade qualification and a minimum of five years in mechanical maintenance, with Qatar LNG project experience mandatory.

Qualifications

• Diploma, ITI, or recognised mechanical trade qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant mechanical maintenance experience.
• Qatar LNG project experience is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support mechanical maintenance and start-up activities with a focus on safety.
• Lead small mechanical teams and coordinate field maintenance tasks.
• Troubleshoot pumps and rotating equipment; coordinate repairs.
• Respond to equipment failures and help restore safe operation.

Skills

Pumps & Rotating Equipment

Bearings inspection

Mechanical seal maintenance

Coupling inspection

Shaft alignment

Pump maintenance

Breakdown maintenance

Unplanned maintenance

Supervising small teams

Troubleshooting

Education

Diploma/ITI or recognised mechanical trade qualification

Job description

A major LNG project in Ras Laffan, Qatar is currently looking for experienced and certified Mechanical Technicians / Supervisors to support project start-up activities. The opportunity is offered initially for two months, with the possibility of extension, making it suitable for mechanical professionals with strong LNG and rotating equipment experience.

Candidates with hands-on experience in pumps, rotating equipment, mechanical seals, bearings, couplings, alignment, and breakdown maintenance are encouraged to consider this opportunity.

Job Position:

Position: Certified Mechanical Technician / Supervisor
Location: Ras Laffan, Qatar
Project: Major LNG Project – Start-Up Support
Contract: Two months and extendable
Experience: Minimum 5 years

The selected candidates will be expected to support mechanical maintenance and start-up activities while maintaining safe and reliable operation of mechanical equipment.

Qualification Requirements:

Applicants should have a Diploma, ITI, or recognised mechanical trade qualification. Candidates must also have a minimum of 5 years of relevant mechanical maintenance experience.

The position requires practical field experience rather than only theoretical knowledge. Candidates should be comfortable working with industrial mechanical equipment and handling maintenance activities in demanding project environments.

Most importantly, previous Qatar LNG project experience is mandatory for this vacancy. Applicants who do not have relevant Qatar LNG project experience may not meet the stated requirement.

Required Mechanical Experience:

The successful candidate should have strong hands-on experience with pumps and rotating equipment. Knowledge of rotating machinery maintenance is particularly important for this role.

Experience should include mechanical components and maintenance activities such as:

• Bearings inspection and replacement
• Mechanical seal maintenance
• Coupling inspection and replacement
• Shaft and equipment alignment
• Pump maintenance
• Breakdown and corrective maintenance
• Unplanned maintenance activities

Candidates should be able to identify mechanical problems, carry out troubleshooting, and support repairs efficiently while following project safety and maintenance procedures.

Breakdown and Unplanned Maintenance Experience:

Strong experience in breakdown and unplanned maintenance is one of the key requirements for this position. Mechanical technicians may be required to respond to equipment failures and help restore machinery to safe operating condition.

Practical knowledge of troubleshooting pumps and other rotating equipment can be particularly valuable during LNG project start-up activities, where equipment reliability and timely maintenance are important.

Candidates should be capable of working under pressure and coordinating with other maintenance personnel when responding to mechanical equipment problems.

Supervisory Experience:

The vacancy is also suitable for mechanical professionals who have experience working in a supervisory capacity.

Applicants should have experience leading small mechanical work groups and coordinating maintenance activities in the field. Supervisory responsibilities may include distributing work, monitoring maintenance activities, coordinating with team members, and ensuring that work is completed safely and efficiently.

Good communication and teamwork skills will therefore be important for candidates applying for the technician/supervisor position.

Who Should Apply?

This opportunity may be suitable for mechanical professionals who meet the following profile:

• Minimum 5 years of mechanical maintenance experience
• Diploma, ITI, or recognised mechanical trade qualification
• Previous Qatar LNG project experience
• Hands‑on pumps and rotating equipment experience
• Knowledge of bearings and mechanical seals
• Experience with couplings and equipment alignment
• Strong breakdown maintenance background
• Experience handling unplanned maintenance
• Previous experience supervising small mechanical teams
• Availability for a short-term project that may be extended

Candidates should carefully check that they meet the mandatory Qatar LNG experience requirement before applying.