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Equipment Supervisor / Site Foreman Position Overview: The Heavy Equipment Operator 1 works under the direction of the Equipment Supervisor and is responsible for safely operating various types of heavy machinery used in construction, excavation, grading, and site preparation. This role ensures machine productivity, proper maintenance, and adherence to all safety and operational protocols. Responsibilities

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company. Operate heavy machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, loaders, graders, compactors, and rollers. Conduct daily pre-start checks and routine inspections on equipment. Read and interpret site plans, grade stakes, and load charts to determine equipment operations. Dig trenches, foundations, and drainage systems to exact specifications. Perform rough and fine grading for roadbeds, pavements, and platforms. Load, move, and level earth, rock, debris, and other materials as directed. Follow traffic control and spotter signals in congested work zones. Communicate clearly with ground crews and site supervisors. Perform minor repairs and maintenance, reporting major faults to maintenance team. Maintain accurate logs of operating hours and fuel consumption. Strictly adhere to operational safety standards and PPE requirements. Ensure equipment is secured and stored properly after operation. Assist in other site duties when equipment is not in use. Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Education/Certifications: High School certificate required. Formal training or certification in heavy equipment operation preferred. Valid operators license or certification (e.g., NITA, NTSA, or recognized trade body). Valid drivers license with appropriate endorsement. Health and Safety certification (e.g., OSHA, NCA) is a strong asset. Experience: 2+ years of experience operating heavy machinery in construction, roadworks, or quarrying. Familiarity with both manual and hydraulic control systems. Skills: Excellent hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness. Understanding of machine capabilities, load limits, and safe operation practices. Ability to troubleshoot and perform basic mechanical maintenance. Ability to read and interpret civil engineering drawings, elevations, and levels. Strong teamwork, discipline, and situational awareness. Other Requirements: Must be physically fit to climb, stand, and operate machinery for extended hours. Work environment includes exposure to dust, mud, noise, vibration, and extreme weather. Willing to work shifts, weekends, or extended hours as project timelines demand. Must pass site access, drug/alcohol testing, and security clearance protocols if applicable.

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**Heavy Equipment Operator - Airfield and Street Sweeper - Qatar**:

- R0091986
- Al Udeid, Qatar
- Full time
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- Operate Airfield sweepers in accordance with all safety and guidelines to rapidly respond to needed service as directed.
- Equipment may be operated upon any other paved surfaces (parking lots, roads, etc.) not including speed bumps, pop-up barriers, cable trays, cables or any other designated surfaces.
- Sweep with hand tools as required.
- Perform vehicle inspections prior to each shift in accordance with Air Force form 1800, and perform other preemptive maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of equipment and will notify management of any issues and/or breaks that may hamper operations.
- Provide the highest quality service to the Customer in accordance with program requirements, while maintaining safety as the highest priority to support mission activities in the SOW and be available within 4 hours to meet on the installation with Government personnel as required.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Must have at least two (2) years of airfield driving and operator experience or similar equivalent construction operator experience.
- Must successfully obtain and maintain Flight Line Driving Certification.
- Requires excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Must have a valid driver's license and current passport.
- Must have an Active U.S. Government issued Secret Security Clearance and maintain it for the duration of the contract.
- Must have the ability to successfully pass CENTCOM medical requirements and maintain requirements for duration of deployment.
- Must be able to obtain a Country visa (as required in line with the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide).

**EDUCATION**:

- HS diploma or GED required.

**OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES**:

- Experience providing excellent customer service in supporting contract responsibilities in an OCONUS environment.
- Relevant overseas experience, preferably in the Middle East with knowledge of local culture and customs.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules and under pressure of deadlines while maintaining performance standards.

**WORKING AND LIVING CONDITIONS**:
This position may be located in an environment with harsh and dangerous working and living conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may regularly be exposed to extreme and austere desert-like environment. Temperatures can reach 120-130 degrees Fahrenheit / 50-55 degrees Celsius during the summer months. Employees must be willing and able to perform regular job requirements in this austere, extreme environment. Employees must be willing and able to perform physical activities including, but not limited to, heavy lifting and moving of items, parts, assemblies, and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum; climbing in and out of equipment; crawling; and working outdoors. This includes being able to lift and carry 40 pounds of personal protective equipment for extended periods of time.

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Position Title: Mechanical - Material Handling Engineer

Location: Mesaieed, Qatar

Business Function: Operations

Department: Maintenance

Job Purpose

The Mechanical - Material Handling Engineer will provide technical leadership and support to the Material Handling section, ensuring operational and technical challenges are resolved efficiently. The role will identify opportunities for technical improvement to support a cost-effective production process capable of delivering high-quality products that meet customer requirements.

Key Accountabilities

• Identify, design, and propose technical maintenance improvements for the Material Handling section; implement approved plans to support continuous technical enhancement.
• Develop and refine maintenance operating standards, policies, and procedures to improve overall performance.
• Prepare operating standards for new plant, equipment, and production systems in the Material Handling area.
• Plan and oversee preventative maintenance activities to ensure high plant and equipment reliability with minimal production downtime.
• Develop a long-term maintenance plan (5-year horizon) for Material Handling equipment, securing management approval.
• Conduct and/or supervise breakdown maintenance for critical equipment to minimise downtime.
• Manage smaller projects and contribute to larger initiatives, from feasibility studies to implementation, ensuring delivery within time, cost, and quality parameters.
• Apply specialist engineering skills to evaluate and resolve technical issues in Material Handling equipment.
• Provide technical guidance and support to technicians on non-routine plant and process issues.
• Deliver on-the-job training, instruction, and demonstrations to enhance team competence and performance.
• Recommend and evaluate equipment for procurement, prepare technical specifications, and ensure effective commissioning.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with other departments and report progress at management meetings.
• Prepare annual budgets and monitor expenditure to ensure effective cost management.
• Generate technical and maintenance reports to support senior management decision-making.
• Participate in Quality Control Circle activities and implement process improvements.
• Liaise with equipment suppliers and external contractors to address technical issues and manage major maintenance or upgrade work.
• Develop specifications and operating standards for new equipment to optimise operational performance.
• Analyse incidents/accidents and implement corrective measures to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure compliance with Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) systems within scope of control.
• Undertake other duties as directed by the line manager.

Context, Work Environment & Decision-Making Authority

• Must work within diverse procedures, standards, and precedents, seeking guidance as needed.
• Anticipates and addresses operational and staffing challenges, contributing to effective operational strategy.
• Key business-impacting decisions require Department Manager approval before implementation.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Experience:

• 7-8 years' experience with Material Handling equipment in steel production or a similar environment (e.g., ship unloaders, stacker reclaimers, conveyors, axial fans, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, compressors, dust collection systems, jetty equipment).

Job-Specific Skills:

• In-depth technical expertise in Material Handling systems
• Comprehensive understanding of plant operations and process systems
• Knowledge of safety, environmental, and quality standards
• Strong analytical, planning, project management, and supervisory skills
• Problem-solving skills, both reactive and analytical
• Decision-making and financial planning/budgeting knowledge
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication
• Technical and business report writing skills
• Proficiency in English

Core Competencies

• Creativity & Innovation: Generate new approaches and solutions.
• Work Ethics & Values: Demonstrate organisational ethics and values.
• Teamwork: Collaborate to achieve organisational goals.
• Safety Awareness: Identify hazards and take appropriate action.

Job Family Competencies

• Technology Design: Apply engineering principles in design, operation, and maintenance.
• Quality Control & Troubleshooting: Inspect and evaluate equipment performance, addressing deficits.
• Fostering Communication: Communicate openly and respectfully, promoting consensus.

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Position Title:

Mechanical - Material Handling Engineer Location:

Mesaieed, Qatar Business Function:

Operations Department:

Maintenance Job Purpose The Mechanical - Material Handling Engineer will provide technical leadership and support to the Material Handling section, ensuring operational and technical challenges are resolved efficiently. The role will identify opportunities for technical improvement to support a cost-effective production process capable of delivering high-quality products that meet customer requirements. Key Accountabilities Identify, design, and propose technical maintenance improvements for the Material Handling section; implement approved plans to support continuous technical enhancement. Develop and refine maintenance operating standards, policies, and procedures to improve overall performance. Prepare operating standards for new plant, equipment, and production systems in the Material Handling area. Plan and oversee preventative maintenance activities to ensure high plant and equipment reliability with minimal production downtime. Develop a long-term maintenance plan (5-year horizon) for Material Handling equipment, securing management approval. Conduct and/or supervise breakdown maintenance for critical equipment to minimise downtime. Manage smaller projects and contribute to larger initiatives, from feasibility studies to implementation, ensuring delivery within time, cost, and quality parameters. Apply specialist engineering skills to evaluate and resolve technical issues in Material Handling equipment. Provide technical guidance and support to technicians on non-routine plant and process issues. Deliver on-the-job training, instruction, and demonstrations to enhance team competence and performance. Recommend and evaluate equipment for procurement, prepare technical specifications, and ensure effective commissioning. Coordinate maintenance activities with other departments and report progress at management meetings. Prepare annual budgets and monitor expenditure to ensure effective cost management. Generate technical and maintenance reports to support senior management decision-making. Participate in Quality Control Circle activities and implement process improvements. Liaise with equipment suppliers and external contractors to address technical issues and manage major maintenance or upgrade work. Develop specifications and operating standards for new equipment to optimise operational performance. Analyse incidents/accidents and implement corrective measures to prevent recurrence. Ensure compliance with Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) systems within scope of control. Undertake other duties as directed by the line manager. Context, Work Environment & Decision-Making Authority Must work within diverse procedures, standards, and precedents, seeking guidance as needed. Anticipates and addresses operational and staffing challenges, contributing to effective operational strategy. Key business-impacting decisions require Department Manager approval before implementation. Qualifications, Experience & Skills Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering Experience: 7-8 years' experience with Material Handling equipment in steel production or a similar environment (e.g., ship unloaders, stacker reclaimers, conveyors, axial fans, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, compressors, dust collection systems, jetty equipment). Job-Specific Skills: In-depth technical expertise in Material Handling systems Comprehensive understanding of plant operations and process systems Knowledge of safety, environmental, and quality standards Strong analytical, planning, project management, and supervisory skills Problem-solving skills, both reactive and analytical Decision-making and financial planning/budgeting knowledge Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication Technical and business report writing skills Proficiency in English Core Competencies Creativity & Innovation:

Generate new approaches and solutions. Work Ethics & Values:

Demonstrate organisational ethics and values. Teamwork:

Collaborate to achieve organisational goals. Safety Awareness:

Identify hazards and take appropriate action. Job Family Competencies Technology Design:

Apply engineering principles in design, operation, and maintenance. Quality Control & Troubleshooting:

Inspect and evaluate equipment performance, addressing deficits. Fostering Communication:

Communicate openly and respectfully, promoting consensus.

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