Mechanical Technician - Carbon

Date: 25 May 2026

Location: Mesaieed, QA

Company: qataralumi

Job Details

Position Title: Mechanical Technician
Reports To: Supevisor

 

Job Objectives

To perform all activities related to maintenance in Carbon areas in order to ensure equipment availability and performance.

Key Accountabilities - 1

Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures

Follow of 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.

 

Continuous Improvement

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

Forced Outages

During forced outages assist where needed in order to ensure the highest plant availability and earliest return to service.

 

Preventive & Corrective Maintenance

  • Carry out inspections and routine Maintenance of Mechanical equipment in order to prevent malfunction and maximize performance and efficiency of equipment.
  • Perform corrective maintenance on equipment in the Carbon Plant in order to restore it to working order as quickly as possible. 

 

Fault Investigations

Assist in conduction Root Cause Analysis by interrogating the data in order to determine underlying reasons for faults.

 

Computerized Maintenance Management System

Update data and maintain histories within the CMMS to ensure that latest valid information in available.

 

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

  • Technical Diploma / Trade qualification in Mechanical Engineering

Minimum Experience Required

  • Minimum 5 years' experience conducting Mechanical maintenance in an Aluminum Smelter 

Job Specific Skills

  • Through understanding of Mechanical equipment in Carbon Plant
  • Computer literacy
  • Good diagnostic and maintenance skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Fluency in English
  • Knowledge in SAP 

Competencies

Being Proactive & Driving Change Proficiency Level 3
Business Process Management - Proficiency Level 1
Credibility & Trustworthiness Proficiency Level 3
Drive for Excellence Proficiency Level 2
Effective Communication-Proficiency Level 2
Maintenance & Repair - Proficiency Level 3
Plant Operations Management / Manufacturing & Production - Proficiency Level 2
Problem Solving & Decision Making - Proficiency Level 3
Respect for Diversity Proficiency Level 2
Response to Emergencies, Crises and Disasters - Proficiency Level 3
Risk Management - Proficiency Level 3
Team Orientation & Development Proficiency Level 2
Total Quality Management - Proficiency Level 2

Skills