Field Operator

Anton; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Anton Oilfield Services Group is seeking a skilled Rotation Shift Operator to monitor and operate production facilities across assignments in Kuwait City. You will conduct routine plant inspections, adjust valves and pumps, and ensure safe, compliant operation within HSE guidelines.

The role requires a Diploma in Chemical/Mechanical/Instrumentation or Process Engineering with at least 4 years in oil & gas or industrial process plants, strong English communication, and willingness to work

Qualifications

• Diploma in chemical, mechanical, instrumentation, process engineering or process control technology (or science degree).
• Minimum 4 years of relevant oil & gas or industrial process plant operations experience.
• Experience with crude treatment, dehydration, desalting, gas processing and water injection systems is preferred.
• Knowledge of work permit systems, process safety and HSE requirements.
• Ability to interpret operating parameters, maintain production records and identify abnormal conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production facilities and process units on a shift basis.
• Conduct routine plant inspections to ensure safe, efficient operation of equipment.
• Adjust valves, pumps and equipment per procedures and HSE rules.
• Monitor and control treatment and processing systems (dehydration, desalting, gas processing, water injection).
• Collect samples, coordinate lab testing and report results to operations staff.
• Record and report production data and equipment performance; support safety checks and emergency response.

Skills

English communication

Process operations

Safety compliance

Rotation shift experience

Education

Diploma in Chemical Engineering

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Diploma in Instrumentation Engineering

Diploma in Process Engineering

Process Control Technology diploma

Job description

Anton Oilfield Services Group is a globally leading independent integrated oilfield technology services company, operating across major oil and gas production regions worldwide. The business covers oilfield technical services, oilfield management services, oil and gas development operations, natural gas utilization, AI-enabled solutions, and platform collaboration. Anton Group employs approximately 7,000 staff from over 30 countries and regions. Anton’s long-term goal is to become a world-leading green energy technical services company, growing together with its clients and talent to promote high-quality development in the energy industry.

About the Role.

Department: On Sync Energy Management Services Company.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production facilities and process units on a shift basis, including commissioning and decommissioning activities.
• Conduct routine plant inspections to ensure safe and efficient operation of process equipment, machinery, pumps, and auxiliary systems.
• Operate and adjust valves, pumps, machinery, and process equipment in accordance with operating procedures and HSE requirements.
• Monitor and control crude oil treatment, dehydration, desalting, gas sweetening, gas dehydration, water injection, and other process systems.
• Monitor chemical consumption and injection rates, maintain optimum chemical dosage, and report abnormal consumption or operating conditions.
• Perform pre-start-up, shutdown, commissioning, and decommissioning activities and adjust operating parameters to maintain process efficiency.
• Monitor water levels, flow rates, tank inventories, and other process parameters to ensure continuous facility operation.
• Collect process samples, coordinate laboratory testing, and communicate results to the relevant operations personnel.
• Perform routine equipment care, including lubrication, oil replenishment, chemical addition, valve operation, separator draining, and process adjustments.
• Record and report operational data, including production volumes, gas and water flow rates, crude quality, chemical consumption, and equipment performance.
• Conduct process safety checks, support work permit activities, and ensure compliance with HSE procedures and emergency response requirements.
• Inspect fire protection systems, operate fire pumps and standby generators, and report equipment deficiencies.
• Identify and report abnormal operating conditions and take appropriate emergency action to protect personnel, equipment, and facilities.
• Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping across assigned plant areas and equipment.
• Perform shift duties and other operational tasks as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

• Diploma in Chemical, Mechanical, Instrumentation, Process Engineering, or Process Control Technology. A relevant Science degree is also acceptable.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in Oil & Gas or industrial process plant operations.
• Practical experience operating production facilities and process equipment, preferably involving crude treatment, dehydration, desalting, gas processing, and water injection systems.
• Knowledge of plant commissioning, shutdown, routine inspections, chemical handling, sampling, and process monitoring.
• Understanding of work permit systems, process safety, and HSE requirements.
• Ability to interpret operating parameters, maintain production records, and identify abnormal plant conditions.
• Good written and spoken English communication skills.
• Willingness to work on a rotational shift basis.