Production Technician - Grease

Total Energies; Al Bihouth; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UAE seeks an experienced operator for grease manufacturing. Responsibilities include operating processing equipment, training new staff, and ensuring compliance with HSSEQ standards. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience in a petrochemical plant and a diploma in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering. The role offers professional growth and the chance to contribute to energy transition initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in grease manufacturing or petrochemical plant.
• Knowledge of stock control and recording daily material usage.
• Proficient in using fire safety and first aid equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate grease utilities, processing, and filling equipment safely.
• Report incidents or hazards to the Production Executive.
• Provide training to new operators on job functions.

Skills

Team leadership

Computer skills

Language

Education

Diploma or technical qualification in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Grease processing equipment

Emergency equipment

Job description

Context & Environment

Internal :

• Maintain consistent daily communication regarding all operational and HSSEQ-related activities within the GMU.
• Oversee and coordinate shift operations on the GMU shop floor to ensure smooth workflow and compliance.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure alignment on production goals and safety standards.

External :

• Liaise effectively with the laboratory, maintenance, blending, and logistics departments to support seamless production and operational efficiency.
• Ensure timely coordination with external support teams to address technical or logistical issues impacting production.
• Facilitate cross-functional communication to uphold quality and safety standards across departments.

Activities

• Adhere to all Quality, HSSEQ (Health, Safety & Environment), Energy policies, procedures, and PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) requirements.
• Promptly report any incidents or hazards to the Production Executive.
• Operate grease utilities, processing, and filling equipment efficiently and safely.
• Continuously monitor the work area for potential inefficiencies or risks and suggest improvements.
• Provide training to new operators and assistants on relevant job functions.
• Ensure the grease cooking and filling processes are executed according to instructions from the Executive, aligned with the production schedule and HSSEQ standards.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks independently, such as cleaning strainers and filters.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness on the shop floor.
• Immediately report any abnormalities to the Production Executive.
• Collect batch samples in accordance with process parameters and coordinate with the QC laboratory for analysis.
• Accurately document production data in batch sheets, registers, and checklists.
• Record daily activities in the shift logbook.
• Receive materials during the shift and track their usage for inventory control.
• Support the Grease Production Executive and Manager as needed.

HSSEQ Objectives & Assignments

• To understand and adherence to the current regulatory requirements applicable to the areas of responsibilities
• Reporting of near misses, incidents, hazards and injuries to line Manager within the time frame as required by Quality, HSSEQ & Energy policies and Manuals.
• Ensure no HSSEQ incidents occur due to negligence, carelessness or overconfidence.
• Ensure vigilance and care at all times during the operation time so that operation is productive.
• Ensure Safe handling of all raw materials, packaging & finished products by operators.
• Strict adherence and compliance towards Group HSSEQ Charter & MAESTRO requirement and affiliate's HSSEQ Policy, Procedures & specific rules & regulations applicable to the area of activity at all time.
• Demonstrates exemplary conduct, rigor, vigilance and professionalism regarding HSSEQ in all their activities
• Ensure adherence to compliance processes and guidelines specific to position's roles and responsibilities.
• To contribute, meet and improve upon the KPI & EnPI targets as set towards overall HSSEQ & Energy objectives.
• Selection and availability of applicable PPE's at all time and ensuring the strict use of PPE's in work area of responsibility.
• Take part in the training program to acquire HSSEQ knowledge and impart this training to colleagues as and when required by Management.
• Participate in the safety risk assessment, health risk assessment, planed general inspections, loss control tours and other kind of audits as per the TELBU HSSEQ requirements.
• Participate in the investigation and analysis of incidents as and when required.
• Carry out role as assigned during emergency preparedness.

Compliance Objectives

• Ensure full adherence to the company's compliance program, its policies and procedures including economic sanctions and export control in all professional activities.
• Promptly notify the compliance officer / economic sanctions referent of any instances of noncompliance or violations of economic sanctions or export control that is noticed.

Job Related Objectives & Assignments

• Ensure optimum utilization of resources to reach daily Production targets
• Ensure that shift operations of GMU are well coordinated to lead to acceptable productivity levels without compromising on HSSEQ requirements.
• Train and guide his subordinates adequately for achieving the daily production plans & filling targets
• Strict adherence to HSSEQ requirements in GMU works area with full authority to stop any operation or machinery for safety reasons or emergencies.

Candidate Profile

Knowledge

• Working knowledge of grease processing & filling equipment
• Basic knowledge of HSSEQ management systems
• Basic Knowledge of Energy Management
• Basic knowledge of lubricants, especially greases
• Should have working knowledge in the handling and storage of chemicals
• Knowledge of stock control & recording of daily material usage
• Must be proficient in the use of emergency equipment such as fire, spill & first aid equipment
• Should be capable of working independently to a production schedule.

Skills

• Team leadership
• Computer skills
• Language

Experience

• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of hands‑on experience in grease manufacturing or a related petrochemical plant, with a focus on operations and/or maintenance, is essential.
• Proven ability to perform minor maintenance tasks, including servicing pumps, valves, and filters.
• Basic computer literacy is preferred, with familiarity in using standard office applications.
• Practical experience in using fire safety and first aid equipment, such as fire extinguishers, hoses, and first aid kits.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 (Quality Management) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) systems, particularly their application on the shop floor.
• Demonstrated experience in coordinating with operations, laboratory, maintenance teams, and supplier delivery personnel.
• Possesses basic team leadership capabilities and the ability to guide junior staff when required.

Education

• Diploma or technical qualification in any discipline such as Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, with 3-5 years of experience in grease manufacturing.

Additional Information

TotalEnergies values diversity, promotes individual growth and offers equal opportunity careers.

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TotalEnergies is a major industrial player in energy and the energy transition. It is also a responsible employer and corporate citizen. That means we are doing everything we can to achieve a transition that is as just as possible for our employees, our stakeholders and society as a whole. Backed by our values of respect and solidarity, our strength and reliability, and a commitment to excellence and innovation, our Company is steadily implementing the ambition of carbon neutrality by 2050, together with society.