Field Operator

Airswift; Nachbarschaftsverband Bischweier-Kuppenheim; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift seeks a Process Operator to support a chemical processing facility during commissioning and operations in Kuppenheim, Germany. The role focuses on field operations, monitoring, sampling, and equipment checks within a safety-focused environment.

Working with the Commissioning team and Control Room Operators, you will ensure stable plant operation, perform start-up/shutdown support, and uphold strict procedural compliance across rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum experience as Process Operator or similar roles in chemical/process environments.
• Experience with field inspections, monitoring, and sampling.
• Strong safety mindset and adherence to permits-to-work.
• Ability to work in rotational shifts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine field rounds and inspect process equipment.
• Monitor plant conditions and identify abnormal operating parameters.
• Perform sampling and maintain sample records.
• Support start-up, shutdown, commissioning activities.
• Operate equipment per operating procedures and document handovers.
• Communicate plant status to Control Room Operators and Supervisors.
• Assist with troubleshooting and investigations.

Skills

Field operations

Process monitoring

Sampling activities

Safety procedures

Education

Technical vocational qualification

Tools

Operating procedures

Job description

PROCESS OPERATOR Location: Kuppenheim, Germany Accommodation: Expensed Contract Duration: 6 months (renewable) Job Status: Full-Time (shift patterns) Start Date: Mid January Account Manager: Anthony Hughes

Role Overview

We are seeking Process Operators to support the safe and reliable operation of a chemical processing facility during commissioning and operational phases. This role will focus on carrying out field operations, process monitoring, sampling activities, equipment checks, and start-up/shutdown support within a process plant environment. Working closely with Control Room Operators and the Commissioning team, you will help ensure stable plant operation, identify abnormal process conditions, and maintain compliance with operational and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine field rounds and process equipment inspections
• Monitor plant conditions and identify abnormal operating parameters
• Perform routine process sampling and maintain sample records
• Support plant start-up, shutdown, flushing, cleaning, and commissioning activities
• Operate process equipment in accordance with approved operating procedures
• Carry out valve alignments and line preparation activities as directed
• Communicate plant status and operational observations to Control Room Operators and Supervisors
• Assist with troubleshooting and operational investigations
• Support commissioning and operational readiness activities
• Maintain accurate shift logs and handover information
• Ensure high standards of housekeeping and safe working practices
• Comply with all site safety, environmental, and permit-to-work requirements

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Process Operator, Chemical Operator, Plant Operator, Production Operator, or Operations Technician
• Experience working within a chemical plant, process plant, refinery, petrochemical facility, or similar process industry environment
• Basic understanding of process operations and industrial plant equipment
• Experience performing field inspections, process monitoring, and sampling activities
• Ability to identify abnormal operating conditions and elevate concerns appropriately
• Good communication skills and ability to work closely with Control Room Operators and Supervisors
• Strong commitment to safety, operational discipline, and procedural compliance
• Previous commissioning or start-up experience would be advantageous but is not essential
• Chemical handling experience is beneficial
• Technical vocational qualification or equivalent operational experience preferred
• Ability to work effectively within rotational shift environments

The Next Step

This is an excellent opportunity to join a major processing facility and support commissioning, start-up, and operational activities. If you have previous experience within a chemical plant or process industry environment and are looking for your next opportunity,