Pressurized Habitat Technician / Supervisor

About the role

Medgulf Construction Co. WLL, a Qatari company established in 1975 that builds onshore oil and gas facilities and runs EPC, construction, pre-commissioning, maintenance and steel fabrication services, is hiring a Pressurized Habitat Technician / Supervisor. This is a full-time, on-site position in the Doha Metropolitan Area, responsible for setting up, operating and supervising pressurized habitat systems during maintenance and construction in oil and gas facilities, ensuring safe work in potentially hazardous environments.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate habitat installation and monitor pressure integrity
• Oversee ventilation and gas detection systems
• Verify compliance with safety procedures and client specifications
• Lead and guide technical personnel and conduct pre-job risk assessments
• Document habitat operations and report deviations or incidents
• Collaborate with project engineers, HSE teams and site management to plan habitat needs, optimise workflow and support shutdowns and critical path activities

Required profile

• Relevant experience in oil and gas construction, maintenance or shutdown environments, especially onshore facilities and pipeline projects, is highly beneficial
• A technical diploma or vocational qualification in mechanical, electrical, instrumentation or related engineering is preferred
• Ability to work in demanding site conditions, follow strict safety guidelines and communicate clearly in English with diverse teams

Required skills

• Technical skills in pressurized habitat setup, operation and maintenance, including gas detection, ventilation systems and integrity checks
• Safety and risk management: SHEQ standards, hazard identification, permit-to-work procedures and emergency response
• Supervisory and team coordination, including task allocation and coaching technicians
• Planning and documentation: job planning, habitat layout plans, record keeping and basic reporting for audits and inspections
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, OHSAS/ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 principles is an advantage