Potline Operator

Date: 10 May 2026

Location: Mesaieed, QA

Company: qataralumi

Job Details

Position Title: Potline Operator
Reports To: Shift Supervisor

 

Job Objectives

To perform all assigned duties related to potline operation in a safe, environmentally way, efficient and cost-effective manner.

Job Dimension

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

Work Procedures

  • During start up and standard operation assist and follow up on work procedures to ensure compliance to pre-defined work instruction in the areas of:
    • Anodes changing and covering
    • Pot tending
    • Beam rising
    • Shift measurements
    • Deviation treatment
    • Logs and curves interpretation
    • Pots deviation treatment
    • Vehicle operation

 

New Technology

Assist Shift Supervisor in introducing new tools, technologies and work routines to shift workers in order to increase awareness and improve efficiency.

 

Maintenance

  • Perform first line maintenance on equipment in order to minimize costly downtime and escalate as needed.
  • Identify and report any maintenance and modification ensuring that any malfunctioning equipment is immediately and rapidly repaired and replaced.

 

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

  • High School Diploma
  • GCC Driving license 

Minimum Experience Required

  • Minimum 3 years' experience in Aluminum potline operations

Job Specific Skills

Competencies

Being Proactive & Driving Change Proficiency Level 1
Credibility & Trustworthiness Proficiency Level 1
Drive for Excellence Proficiency Level 1
Effective Communication-Proficiency Level 1
Health, Safety, Security & Environment Management - Proficiency Level 1
Planning & Organizing - Proficiency Level 1
Plant Operations Management / Manufacturing & Production - Proficiency Level 1
Problem Solving & Decision Making - Proficiency Level 1
Process Engineering Review and Analysis - Proficiency Level 1
Respect for Diversity Proficiency Level 1
Response to Emergencies, Crises and Disasters - Proficiency Level 1
Team Orientation & Development Proficiency Level 1
Total Quality Management - Proficiency Level 1

Skills