Local Field Operator

ACWA Power; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility company in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Field Operator to monitor operation parameters and ensure compliance with safety rules. The ideal candidate will have a Technical Diploma in Engineering and 1-3 years of experience in field operations, particularly in RO Water desalination plants. Responsibilities include coordinating with the CCR Operator, inspecting equipment, and training new operators. Strong knowledge of plant operations and good communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Technical Diploma holder in Engineering.
• 1-3 years’ experience in Field operations in RO Water desalination units.

Responsibilities

• Monitor operation parameters of the system and coordinate with the CCR Operator.
• Comply with safety rules and regulations.
• Inspect area and auxiliaries to ensure equipment parameters are within limits.
• Assist in training new operators.
• Report near misses and implement risk controls.

Skills

Knowledge of relevant plant equipment

Experience as local operator in Water Desalination Plants

Awareness of HSE & quality standards

Knowledge of firefighting equipment

Teamwork and effective collaboration skills

Good Communication Skills

Education

Technical Diploma in Engineering

Job description

Field Operator will monitor the Operation parameters of the system at local and coordinate with the CCR Operator in regard to all related activities that affect operation. Responsible for safe start-up/shut down of the plant as per the Standard Operating Procedures. Quick response during emergency operation of the plant.

Field Operations

• Comply with safety rules and regulations. Be familiar with the fire equipment in his area. Follow the instructions of the Shift Supervisor and CCR Operator.
• Familiar with plant P&IDs, SOPs, Work instructions, basic control logics as well as the emergency operation procedures and any other related documents.
• Monitor all parameters at local and enter periodic readings on log sheets. Summarize all activities/events that took place during his shift in the logbook.
• Inspect the area and auxiliaries during the shift to make sure that all equipment parameters are within limits. Report abnormalities to the CCR Operator/ Shift Supervisor.
• Perform equipment change over according to pre-set schedules. Raise work requests or defect notes for faulty equipment.
• Coordinate with CCR Operator/Shift Supervisor for isolating and lining up the equipment and system before and after maintenance. Maintain a tidy housekeeping in the work area and ensure clean up after maintenance work.
• Follow standard operating procedures and work instructions.
• Assist in the training and familiarization of new operators.
• Report near misses and implement prescribed risk controls.

Health, Safety, Security & Environment

• Adhere to all relevant health, safety, security and environmental procedures, instructions and controls so that the safety of employees and environmental compliance can be guaranteed.

Minimum Qualifications, Experience, Requirements

• Minimum of Technical Diploma holder in Engineering.
• 1- 3 years’ experience in Field operations in the RO Water desalination units.

Skills

• Knowledge of relevant plant equipment and field operations.
• Extensive experience as local operator in any of the following type of Water Desalination Plants like RO, MSF, MED Plants.
• Awareness of HSE & quality standards.
• Knowledge of all relevant plant processes and equipment.
• Knowledge of identification, classification and disposal of waste.
• Knowledge of firefighting equipment’s.
• Teamwork and effective collaboration skills. Embraces Innovation.
• Demonstrates Integrity and Respect.
• Should be well conversed with RO Water Plant operational activities.
• Good Communication Skills.