QAFCO (Qatar Fertiliser Company) has announced new job vacancies at its plant in Mesaieed, Qatar, and applications are now open on the company’s official careers portal. Founded in 1969 as the country’s first large-scale venture in the petrochemical sector, QAFCO is today one of the world’s largest producers of ammonia and urea fertilisers, supplying markets across the globe from its Mesaieed complex.
The company is currently hiring experienced professionals for four positions in its Operations and Technical functions. All four roles are based in Mesaieed, Qatar and are offered on indefinite contracts. These are senior and specialist positions, so relevant fertiliser, petrochemical or oil & gas industry experience is essential for every role. Candidates who meet the requirements can apply online — the full list of vacancies, requirements and the application button are given below.
Job seekers looking for more opportunities in Qatar can also check the latest QNB careers in Doha, which are also open for online applications.
Available Job Vacancies:
QAFCO is inviting applications for the following positions through its official careers portal:
- Rotating Machinery Technician — Operations Department, Mesaieed (posted 2 November 2026)
- Head of Utilities & Power Generation — Operations Department, Mesaieed (posted 30 October 2026)
- Sr. Engineer, Asset Integrity (QA/QC) — Technical Department, Mesaieed (posted 25 October 2026)
- Head of Construction — Technical Department, Mesaieed (posted 9 October 2026)
Job Requirements:
Rotating Machinery Technician: Minimum High School plus a 2-year diploma in a relevant discipline, with at least 5 years of direct experience in the fertiliser, petrochemical, chemical or oil & gas industry. The role covers preventive maintenance, repair, overhaul and troubleshooting of rotating equipment such as steam turbines, gas turbines, centrifugal and reciprocating compressors and pumps, so sound knowledge of bearings, mechanical seals, dry gas seals and precision measuring tools is required.
Head of Utilities & Power Generation: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering (a master’s degree is preferred), with 10+ years of progressive experience in power generation, utilities management or plant engineering within the fertiliser, petrochemical, utilities/power plant or oil & gas sectors. The role leads the 24/7 operation of power generation facilities and utility systems, including boilers, compressed air and nitrogen/hydrogen generation.
Sr. Engineer, Asset Integrity (QA/QC): Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Metallurgy Engineering from a recognised university, with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in the fertiliser, petrochemical or oil & gas industry. Relevant professional certifications are expected, such as ASME Authorized Inspector, Welding Inspection (CSWIP 3.2, AWS or equivalent) and API 510, 570, 653 and 580. The role leads QA/QC activities across the fertiliser complex, including inspection, welding quality and asset integrity programmes.
Head of Construction: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering (a master’s degree is preferred), with 10+ years of progressive experience in the fertiliser, petrochemical or oil & gas industry, of which at least 3 years must be at leadership or supervisory level. The role leads a multi-disciplinary construction team and ensures projects are executed safely, on schedule and to specification.
Salary and Benefits:
QAFCO does not publish salary figures in its official job listings, and no salary is mentioned for any of these four positions. All four roles are offered on indefinite contracts. Salary and benefits details are shared by the company with shortlisted candidates during the recruitment process. QAFCO also warns applicants against recruitment fraud: genuine vacancies are listed only on the company’s official careers portal, and the company never charges any fee at any stage of hiring — never pay anyone who promises you a QAFCO job.
How To Apply:
Applications for all QAFCO vacancies are accepted online only, through the company’s official careers portal. Open the portal using the button below, select the position you are interested in, create your candidate profile and submit your application with an updated CV. Make sure your profile clearly shows the experience and qualifications listed above, as only candidates who meet the requirements are shortlisted.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Where are these QAFCO jobs located?
All four vacancies are based at the QAFCO plant in Mesaieed, Qatar.
How can I apply for QAFCO careers?
Apply online through the official QAFCO careers portal using the APPLY NOW button above. Applications are not accepted by email or through any agent.
What type of contract is offered?
All four positions — Rotating Machinery Technician, Head of Utilities & Power Generation, Sr. Engineer Asset Integrity (QA/QC) and Head of Construction — are offered on indefinite contracts.
Can freshers apply for these QAFCO vacancies?
No. These are experienced-hire positions requiring 5 to 10+ years of relevant industry experience. QAFCO runs separate development programmes for Qatari nationals, which are announced on the same careers portal.
Is the salary mentioned for these jobs?
No, QAFCO has not disclosed salary details in the official listings. Compensation is discussed with shortlisted candidates during the selection process.
