Career Opportunities : QAPCO -QATAR

Career Opportunities : QAPCO



QAPCO was established in 1974 as a joint multinational venture to utilise the associated and non-associated Ethane gas from petroleum production in line with the industrialization plan of the State Qatar. it is one of the Companies located in the Mesaieed Industrial City (MIC), producing fertilizers, steel, refined petroleum products and natural gas liquids. QAPCO plant is situated on the seacoast with jetty facilities and exports its entire range of products worldwide. The main products of the company are Ethylene and LDPE. Solid sulphur is generated as a by-product in the process. The required feedstock, Ethane gas, is supplied by the state-owned Qatar Petroleum (QP) for the production of Ethylene, a significant part of which is then used in the production of various grades of LDPE, marketed under the ‘LOTRENE’ brand name. We are currently seeking to recruit the following professionals:

Process Specialist (Process Safety & Environmental)
Directly responsible for process safety and environmental issues for all plants of the petrochemical complex in the company. Responsible for all process safety & environmental studies of the plants in the company under supervision of Head of Process. Responsible for detailed development of safety studies recommendations through modifications in the different plants. Provides process safety & environmental issues based technical support for new projects integration with the company. Responsible to carry out HAZOP studies on major & minor modifications. Responsible for updating environmental technology of the complex.

Applicant should have B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering or equivalent, working knowledge of industry, regulatory guides and Codes, petrochemical industry safety standards and environmental regulations. And using major engineering standards, 6 years operational and technical experience in the petrochemical industry, preferably with knowledge of ethylene and polyethylene processes, very good spoken and written English and computer literate.

Material/ Certification & Laboratory Senior Inspector
Performing inspection and tests of the incoming materials to ensure its quality and conformity with purchase order and company s specifications. Follows up and organizes the inspection carried out by external inspection agencies for certification of lifting equipment and transportable cylinders as per the assigned procedures or international codes. Carry out Qualification of both company s and contractor s welders. Provides non-destructive testing for static equipment (team, gas and other equipment) when required.

Applicant should carry at least certificate of completion of 12 Years education (Secondary School) followed by two years formal training in non-destructive testing and welding inspection, 6 years experience in inspection and maintenance works and to be good spoken and written English & computer literate.

Condition Monitoring Inspector
Inspects and tests rotating and reciprocating machines for vibration levels and its structural integrity to ensure its reliable operating condition. The equipment to be under these controls includes compressors, turbines, electric motors, air blowers and pumps.

Applicant should carry at least certificate of completion of 12 Years education (Secondary School) followed by two years formal training in rotating machines including compressors, steam turbines, gas turbines, pumps, fans, electric motors and vibration measurement and analysis, 5 years experience in inspection or maintenance work, and must have experience in any CMMS and any computerized management system, Good spoken and written English and computer literate.

Plant Inspector & Senior Inspector
Inspects and tests static equipment (pressure vessels, piping B pressure safety valves), lifting equipment, and transportable cylinders or assigned equipment by his superiors. Provides non-destructive testing for static equipment (steam, gas and other equipment) and carries out welding inspection.

Applicant should carry at least certificate of completion of 12 Year education (Secondary School) followed by two years formal training in non-destructive testing and welding inspection, 6 years experience in inspection and maintenance works, Good spoken and written English and computer literate.

Inspection Leader
Supervises and plans all the activities of the assigned personnel involved in the inspection of the static equipment, piping, lifting equipment and incoming materials. Develops the data and information necessary to monitor corrosion, carries out assessment and evaluates the degrees of risks to ensure fitness and mechanical integrity the plant static equipment. Coordinates with other company in support of recommendations and identifies, analyzes and resolve the related technical problems regarding the plants.

Applicant should carry Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, 8 years experience in chemical, petrochemical or oil and gas plants, Good spoken and written English and computer literate.

Engg. Services Analyst (Electrical/Mechanical)
Carries out detailed design work including translating design briefs and/or conceptual designs into detailed engineering drawings, flow diagrams and schematics and preparing materials take-off lists and bills of quantity. Prepares specifications, data sheets and initiate procurement. Makes field visits as requested to take measurements. Work covers new additions to plant or process improvement modifications.

Applicant should carry Bachelor of Engineering Discipline, 6 years experience in detailed engineering, project planning and coordination in design office of an engineering firm or process plant, Good spoken and written English and computer literate.

Engg. Services Specialist (Electrical/Automation)
Directs, supervises and coordinates detailed engineering for all modifications and capital expenditure projects under supervision of Head of Engineering. Coordinates with Section Head in preparation of annual budget. Liaises with the Engineering Consultants and Equipment manufacturers to ensure that the designs are updated with the latest developments. Provide technical advice on areas related to his discipline.

Applicant should have B.Sc. in Engineering Discipline, 12 years experience in engineering positions and to be good spoken and written English plus computer literate.

Reliability & Optimization Specialist (Static/ Automation)
Develop the reliability requirements for plant asset, establish an adequate reliability program and perform appropriate analysis and tasks to ensure asset optimization in terms of operation and cost. Utilize plant/equipment failure data and carry out timely analysis in order to identify the root causes of failures which can facilitate implementation of adequate corrective and preventive actions to improve the Reliability and Availability of the plant.

Applicant should have B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical or Control Engineering or equivalent, 8 years maintenance experience in the oil or petrochemical industry, good spoken and written English and computer literate.

Head of Safety
Leads the Safety & Fire Fighting Section, Supervises the activities of the personnel in the Safety and Fire Fighting Section. Supervises the provision of a safe work environment for all company s employees, properties and contractor s personnel. Supervises and controls the provision of safety and fire fighting protection services in all industrial and non-industrial areas of the Company. Ensures that effective policies, procedures and standard instructions are implemented, that all staff are provided with on-going training in safety, emergency and fire fighting procedures and that all related equipment is installed and maintained in full working condition. Provides first line judgment, interference and participate as the leader or member of an emergency situation team for any emergency response in the company or its subsidiaries. Prepares, develops and implement the OHSAS 18001 standard requirements based Safety Management System and carries out the Internal and External Safety Audits.

Applicant should have B.Sc. in Safety & Fire Fighting Engineering or equivalent, 10 years of experience in fire, safety and environmental positions including supervisory and instructing experience, very good spoken and written English.

Safety Leader
Supervises the provision of a safe work environment for all Company employees, properties and contractors personnel in the Plant. Assisting in safety training programs; auditing and site inspection plan.

Applicant should have B.Sc in Safety/Petroleum/Chemical engineering or equivalent, to be certified on National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) or equivalent, 7 years experience in safety in the petrochemical industry including at least 3 years as a Safety Forman, good spoken and written English plus computer literate.

Safety Agent
Carries out a variety of safety duties including the issue of work permits, ensuring that adequate safety measures are taken and safety equipment is made available for maintenance work to be carried out, testing various types of safety equipment, including all storages and loading activities.

Applicant should have certificate of completion of Secondary (12 years) education, plus 2 years diploma/training on safety, 5 years experience in safety in the petrochemical industry, very good knowledge of English.

Shift Firefighting Agent & Foreman
On his assigned shift, directs all Fire Fighting, first aid and rescue activities. Attends fires and other emergencies as required. Drives, operates and maintains, on shift basis, all fire-fighting equipment such as all mobile vehicles and other fire pumps, hoses, nozzles, and fire truck, to combat fire, rescue lives and prevent loss or damage to property. Activities are shift based and cover company s plants and its belongings in case of any emergency.

Applicant should have certificate of completion of Secondary (12 years) education, 4 years experience in fire fighting in a an oil, gas or petrochemical processing plant requiring knowledge of the plant and processes, possession of a heavy duty driving license, good knowledge of English, must be physically fit and able to withstand heights and confined spaces, to be certified from a recognized international Fire Fighting School and certified on National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH).

Head of Terminal 18
Plans all activities related to loading/unloading operations documentation. Coordinates loading/unloading activities in accordance with the requirements of shipping programs from the company and its subsidiaries. Liaises for this purpose between the company Logistics & its subsidiaries Logistics organization. Ensures all loading/unloading activities are carried out efficiently and safely in accordance with company s quality standards and procedures. Monitors technical development/improvement in this assigned area. Monitors & ensures that all expenses for at Berth-19 are within the assigned budget. Initiate modifications for up-gradation of betterment of operations. Responsible for the reliability of all the available equipment at the Terminal 19. Coordinates all Safety related activities for the department.

Applicant should have B.Sc. in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or Marine Institute with at least 8 years of experience in marine terminal, jetty operations, loading/unloading chemicals & liquid gases and familiarization with import & export documentations and procedures. He also should be good spoken and written English and to be experienced in Computer Operation.

Container Yard Leader
Supervises all activities related to receiving full containers from both sides LDPE and LLDPE plants and to be sure that all activities are follows according to yard management system program.

Follow up the availability of empty containers received by sea and by road to cover the requirements of the company and its subsidiaries.

Supervise loading and unloading operations of the containers including direct commendations with vessel crow and arrange planning for loading and unloading with the crow.

Follow up preventive maintenance, greasing and certification process of loading equipment of Shore Cranes, straddle carriers and reach stacker, modify and update work procedures, and plan to facilitate the flow of the work and any necessary liaison with Marketing on shipping and forwarding matters. Train his staff in coordination with Training and Development section.

Applicant should have at least certificate of completion of Secondary (12 years) education followed by 2 years full time studies leading to a diploma in a technical discipline, 6 years materials handling and shipping experience including supervisory experience, basic electrical and mechanical Knowledge related to Cranes, ability to learn and good organized for the work (warehouse and Jetty), good spoken and written English plus computer literate, should have also experience to handle the problem and propose solutions, safety consciousness, good computer, wireless communication program information and report writing skills.

Technicians - Mechanical Electrical & Automation (Analyzers)
Mechanical: Carries out the skilled overhauls, maintenance and repair of various types of equipment and machinery. Includes regular monitoring and rectification of defective equipment on site or inside the workshop and testing of new machinery according to supervisor instruction. Optimizes the utilization of maintenance resources.

Electrical / Automation: Carries out complex maintenance for variety of etectrical/automation systems, equipment and plant networks in accordance with established schedule. Performs minor electrical/automation modifications to the plant as per the drawings given to him to enhance the efficiency of equipment / plant. Isolates and consolidates the electrical/automation equipment as per requirements of production. Trouble shoots all types of electrical/automation breakdowns as required.

Analyzer: Analyzers should have the skills of ON-LINE PGC (Process Gas Chromatograph) components and fundamentals. The principle of different gas streams. The principle of measuring different components in the same stream.

Applicant should have certificate of completion of Secondary (12 years) education, followed by 2 years formal training in (mechanical), (electrical), (instrumentation or auto control) maintenance or equivalent (respectively). 5 years experience in (mechanical), (electrical), (instrumentation or auto control) work (respectively), preferably in chemical company, fair understanding of English and computer literacy, driving License is preferred.

Outdoor Operator (Ethylene, LDPE & LLDPE)
Carries out a variety of operating duties on assigned shift in assigned plant (Ethylene, LDPE or LLDPE). Includes such activities as recording key plant operating data at regular intervals during the shift, making adjustment to plant in accordance with standard operating procedures or on the direct instructions of the Panel Operator or Shift Supervisor and loading or unloading materials.

Applicant should have certificate of completion of Secondary (12 years) education (Science), followed by 2 years formal operations training, 2 years plant operating experience including on and off the job training, fair knowledge of English.

Polymer QC Chemist
Directs and participates in the work of the Polymers Quality Control on his assigned shift. Includes carrying out various analytical physical and chemical tests on finished products at various stages in the production process. Ensures that all the instruments and measuring equipment are kept properly calibrated and in serviceable condition by carrying out calibration reviews.

Applicant should have Bachelor in Chemistry or equivalent, 5 years laboratory testing experience in the petrochemical industry, good spoken and written English plus computer literate.

R&D Leader
This position wilt provide technical leadership for projects as required developing new polymer grades starting with concept stage and ending with transition to early commercialization. Major responsibilities include working closely with customers needs and opportunities to develop new polymer product grades that add value for both the customers and allow top line, profitable growth for the company, working with in-house process engineers or outside suppliers to define & prove feasibility of any new product needed, using stage gate process for product development and commercialization, collaborate with other scientists and engineers in operations, marketing, and customers for new product development and lead projects & supervise one or more technicians.

Applicant should have Ph.D. degree in Polymer Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field, 5 to 7 years experience in polyolefin product or process R&D or in process engineering. excellent Knowledge of polymer materials, polymer processing, and structure property relationships in products such as PET, polyethylene, polypropylene, or other traditional thermoplastic materials, requires excellent communication and project management skills, demonstrated capability to create innovative technical solutions, must have excellent English communication skills.

R&D Specialist
Devise and carry out R&D tasks approved by management directed towards the development of polyolefin products for improved performances or new applications, this includes: Development of New Products Grades, Existing Product Maintenance, Existing Product Enhancement. Apply a broad knowledge of principles and specialization practices to complete difficult to complex polymer product research and development assignments and studies.

Applicant should have Master s in Polymers chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field, minimum of 5 years experience with polyolefin Research and Development, expertise with laboratory analysis practices and characterization and techniques, very good knowledge of polymer materials, polymer processing, and structure property relationships in products such as PET, polyethylene, polypropylene, or other traditional thermoplastic materials, excellent knowledge of polymer, good communication, creative problem-solving, record-keeping skills, good spoken and written English.

Buyer
Researches suppliers, vendors and service contractors. Negotiates prices & deliveries. Purchases / places orders for various products or services. Participates in evaluating tenders and quotations. Carries out activities related to the progress and delivery of purchased materials/services.

To be successful, the incumbent should hold a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration or Diploma in Engineering with a minimum 5 years experience in purchasing and expediting preferably in Petrochemical industry. Additional 2 years of hands-on maintenance and / or production experience in the same industry is desirable.

Catering Coordinator
Carries out miscellaneous clerical work of a routine nature on the basis of standard or detailed instructions, or in accordance with well-established procedures. Types a variety of material in English, using a typewriter or word processor. Such work encompasses the recording of information in established formats, maintenance and retrieval of files and general office work.

To be successful, the incumbent should have completed Secondary (12 years) education with 2 years clerical experience. He should be fluent in English with good typing skills in English and/or Arabic; he should be computer literate in word processing software.

Housing Coordinator
Carries out general clerical, administrative and typing functions, which are of a reasonably complex or diverse nature, requiring experience in procedures and knowledge of the subject, checking items for accuracy and generating standard forms and other documents. Follows up and checks the civil, mechanical and electrical work done by different contractors related to the maintenance of Company housing and a bachelor camp. Performs routine maintenance work on houses in emergency cases.

To be successful, the incumbent should have completed Secondary (12 years) education with 4 years experience in personnel/administration & housing maintenance. He should be fluent in English with good typing skills in English and/or Arabic.

HR Administrator
Carries out a variety of clerical duties related to personnel administration. Includes processing, filing and retrieving various personnel action forms, opening and maintaining files for newly recruited employees, compiling and preparing simple statistical tables on employees as requested by supervisor.

To be successful, the candidate should have completed Secondary (12 years education) with min. 4 years experience in Personnel / administration work. Excellent written and communication skills is essential for this position.

Payroll Controller
Directs and participates in a variety of accounting activities related to payroll and other employee related payments, includes designing and implementing the payroll on the computer, checking & making calculations of employees leave days and other employee related payments, distributing and charging the payroll entries to their specific account.

To be successful, the candidate should be a Graduate in the relevant discipline with min. 4 years experience as a payroll controller. Excellent written and spoken skills in English and good MS office skills is required for this position.

General Management Coordinator
Handle confidential and other reports; control access to established files and ensures their security. Coordinate the preparation, collation, copying and distribution of reports and returns issued on a regular basis, reviews such items to ensure that the content is correct and to identify any amendments necessary prior to approving for distribution. Participates in the preparation of graphical presentations. Arranges for Board Meetings, files board reports and follow up with the Directors, attendees and other Managers. Perform other similar or related duties, such as typing and compiling documents in Arabic/English as directed.

To be successful, the candidate should be a University Graduate in the relevant discipline, with min. 2-4 years experience in administration work. Excellent written and spoken skills in English / Arabic (French an asset) and good MS office skills.

Office Coordinator
Register and dispatch mails, maintain confidentiality and control files. Coordinate the preparation, collation, copying and distribution of monthly or ad hoc reports. Participate in the preparation of graphical presentations; arrange stationery for board meetings and other admin related tasks.

To be successful, the candidate should have completed Secondary (12 years education) with min. 4 years experience in office administration work. Excellent written and spoken skills in English/ Arabic and good MS office skills.

Supply Chain Coordinator
Performs administrative and secretarial functions; focal point of contact with the section pertaining to the Sales forecast, shipping forecast, shipping equipment requirements, and following up the flow of orders between Sales, LC, and Shipping assuring smooth lead time order handling under the guidance of the Supply chain Manager, company s policies and procedures.

To be successful, the incumbent should hold a Bachelor s degree in Administration or equivalent with minimum 2 years experience in general administrative work preferably in Marketing environment/ shipping.

Planning & Business Development Coordinator
Coordinates, organizes and supports division related jobs under the supervision of Planning & Business Development Manager. Organizes and maintains all records to be kept in the division as per the defined procedures and policy. Maintains regular and constant contacts with all the concerned and develops personal relationships with them in order to communicate efficiently. Promotes and portrays Company s image by providing an efficient service and obtain utmost satisfaction under the guidance of Planning & Business Development Manager as per the company s policies and procedures. Overlooks the activities and ensures the smooth and timely flow of work in the division.

To be successful, the incumbent should hold a Bachelor s degree in Business/Computer or equivalent with a minimum of 2-3 years experience in general administrative work preferably in marketing environment. Excellent knowledge of computer applications is essential.

Business Support Coordinator
Coordinate, organize and support department s related, electronic systems for business processing hardware support & statistical analysis reporting. Promote and portray Company s image by providing an efficient system services and obtain utmost satisfaction as per the company s policies and procedures.

To be successful, the incumbent should hold a Bachelor s degree in Business/Computer or equivalent with minimum 2 years experience in general administrative work preferably in marketing environment.

Project Controls Specialist
Monitor, distribute and file all project documents starting from basic design deliverable up to final handover documentation. Provide specialist support for Engineering, QA/QC, HSE, Construction, Precommissioning and Commissioning teams ensuring that all distributed documents are latest revision. Maintain all project documentation.

To be successful, the incumbent should hold a Bachelors Degree in engineering with a Minimum experience of 10 years worked in the relevant discipline, preferably in petrochemical or oil and gas industry and at least 5 years as project controls senior engineer position, preferably in a Contractor or Client Project Management Organization.

Project Auto Control Leader
To provide construction, expertise in during Construction and Precommissioning up to the Commissioning of the Project. Supervise and control the site construction activities performed by Contractors and report progress. Monitor contractor s daily activities ensuring safety on site in compliance with HSE standards and Project approved HSE Plan. Participate in project activities to ensure a safe execution of the construction, and compliance with operational requirements, specifications and schedule.

To be successful the incumbent should hold a B.Sc. degree in the relevant engineering discipline with a Minimum of 10 year experience preferably in a petrochemical or oil and gas industry with 5 years in a supervisory position.

Project Mechanical Leader (Piping)
To provide engineering expertise in the Piping/High Pressure Piping & Equipment discipline from the Basic Engineering phase, through Detailed Engineering, Construction, Precommissioning up to the Commissioning and Handover of the Project. Review, supervise, comment and approve the piping design starting from basic design up to as built stage. Provide specialist support during Procurement, Construction, Precommissioning and Commissioning, ensuring that deliverables are compliant with the approved design and specifications. Participate in project activities in order to ensure a safe, operable and economic design within the framework of the project budget, operational requirements, specifications and schedule.

To be successful the incumbent should hold a B.Sc. degree in the relevant engineering discipline with a Minimum of 15 year experience preferably in a petrochemical or oil and gas industry with 10 years as senior engineering position with High Pressure piping & Equipment design and construction, preferably in a Contractor or Client Project Management Organization.

Project Mechanical Leader (Static)
To provide construction expertise in his discipline during Construction and Precommissioning up to the Commissioning of the Project. Supervise and control site construction activities performed by Contractors and reports the progress. Monitor contractors daily activities ensuring safety on site is maintained compliant with HSE standards and Project approved HSE Plan. Participate in project activities in order to ensure a safe execution of the construction, and compliance with operational requirements, specifications and schedule.

To be successful the incumbent should hold a B.Sc. degree in the relevant engineering discipline with a Minimum of 10 year experience preferably in a petrochemical or oil and gas industry with 5 years in a Contractor or Client Project Management Organization.

Project Document Control Specialist
To provide documentation management expertise starting from the basic engineering phase, through detailed engineering, construction, precommissioning up to the Commissioning and Handover of the Project. Monitor, distribute and file all project documents starting from basic design deliverable up to final handover documentation. Provide specialist support for Engineering, QA/QC, HSE, Construction, Precommissioning and Commissioning teams ensuring that all distributed documents are latest revision. Custodian of all project documentation, will organize and update the Project Documentation Register, Project Archive in both hard and electronic formats, in accordance with the Project Quality Plan. The Project Document Control Specialist participates in all Project activities ensuring controls and corrective actions are in place to ensure full documentation compliance and easy retrievability.

To be successful the incumbent should hold a B.Sc. degree in the relevant engineering discipline with a Minimum of 10 year experience preferably in a petrochemical or oil and gas industry with 5 years as project controls senior engineer position, preferably in a Contractor or Client Project Management Organization.

Training & Development Coordinator
Designs, supervises and coordinates the training and on-the job training related activities and programmes for technical and non-technical disciplines. Counsels all trainees on moral, discipline, performance and personnel matters. Prepares the individual development plan and competency required for each job. Identifies in-house and/or overseas training courses and programs for employees in accordance with training requirements. Participates in preparing and implementing the Company s annual Comprehensive Training Plan. Administrates the smooth running of all courses as per the training requirements determined by the Company s Training & Development Plan. Coordinates with the Computer Software Instructor to train computer users on proper utilization of computers.

To be successful, the candidate should have a B.Sc. Engineering discipline or equivalent with min. 8 years experience in variety of technical disciplines and it related training and development process. Fluency in English is a must.

Please send a comprehensive C.V. together with a covering letter to:
PT GUNAMANDIRI PARIPURNA
Jl. Kapten Tendean No. 24 Mampang Prapatan
Jakarta Selatan 12720, INDONESIA
Tel. 062-21-7191060 (Hunting), Fax 062-21-7191017
Email : qapco@gunamandiri.com