Field Operator - Powerplant

Edra Power Holdings Sdn Bhd; Kuala Sungai Baru; On-site; MYR 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Malacca is looking for a Technician to support the operation of boilers and auxiliary systems. Responsibilities include monitoring plant parameters, performing routine checks, and assisting in maintenance tasks. Candidates must have a relevant engineering certificate and at least 3 years of experience in the power plant industry. This position requires proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia and English, and the ability to work shifts. The role is a Fixed Term Contract.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in power plant operations.
• Knowledgeable in Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID).
• Minimum Mandatory Competency required for specific licenses.

Responsibilities

• Assist Shift Charge Engineer and Block Operator with boiler operations.
• Monitor site plant parameters and report abnormalities.
• Perform routine checks and data collection for safety.

Skills

Analytical skills

Basic computer literacy

Teamwork

Bahasa Malaysia proficiency

English proficiency

Education

Certificate in Mechanical Engineering

Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Electronics)

Certificate in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Assist Shift Charge Engineer (SCE) and Block Operator on duty in operating and controlling the operation of boilers or Heat Recovery Steam Generators (HRSG), Steam turbine generators and auxiliary equipment in a safe and efficient manner as directed in a shift basis and accordance to standard operating procedures in line with Safety, Health & Environmental, and Quality requirements.

2. Responsible for monitoring site plant parameters and operates plant and auxiliary systems as per instruction from SCE or Block operator (CCR) and to report promptly for any abnormalities found at site.

Responsibilities

Perform routine pre-starts and post-starts check for plant system operations prior to start up and after the steady sate of operations as per planned schedule. Ensure the data recorded in the check sheet written accurately as per required.

Perform routine round check for capturing site plant operations data to ensure healthiness of the running system and report to CCR for any abnormalities.

Perform routine data collections from charts, meters and gauges at established intervals, and take corrective steps as necessary for daily statistical reports

Operates other plant auxiliary’s equipment as directed by SCE or CCR such as Emergency Diesel Generator, Fire Fighting system, Water Treatment Plant, pumps and others as per plant testing schedule and monitor all the parameters as per specification.

Open and close valves and switches in sequence upon signals from CCR, in order to start or shut down gas turbines, HRSG, Steam Turbine and other auxiliary units.

Assist SCE to perform process isolations and de-isolations as required by Permit To Work (PTW) system and recommission the system after completion of maintenance.

Make adjustments or minor repairs, such as tightening leaking and pipe joints if required; report any needs for major repairs.

Monitor and inspect power plant equipment and indicators to detect evidence of operating problems.

Act as firefighting Team member or Emergency response team (ERT) for the plant and attend the scheduled or planned related training.

Carry out and ensure housekeeping of the plant area to ensure kept and tidy all the times.

Ensure that daily plant equipment status is relayed to the next shift appropriately, smoothly and effectively.

Comply with all applicable SHEQ legal requirements and our stakeholders’ specifications by establishing policies, programmes and practices in order to conduct operations in a healthy, safe and environmentally sound manner with safety first, quality foremost & pursuing excellence.

To perform other additional tasks that are relevant and necessary to accomplish the company overall objectives, which may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements

• Certificate in Mechanical Engineering or
• Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Electronics) or
• Certificate in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum Mandatory Competency (License) required:
  • Internal Combustion Engine Driver Grade 1 (ICEDG1)
  • Steam Engine Driver Grade 1 (SEDG1)
• Optional requirement or added advantage:
  • Authorised Gas Tester & Entry Supervisor for Confined Space (AGTES)
  • Authorised Entrant & Standby Person for Confined Space (AESP)
• Work Experience:
  • Minimum years of working experience related to the work scope:
    • 3 years of experience in powerplant industry.
    • Experience at least 3 years in power plant operations.
    • Knowledgeable in Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) and process principle.

Skills and Behaviour Traits

• Hands on with analytical skills
• Basic computer literacy
• Able to work with minimum supervision and willing to adapt with new good changes or improvement
• Able to guide junior Technician in performing tasks
• Ability to write and speak in Bahasa Malaysia and English language.
• Able to work in shift
• Able to work as a team

Note: This is a Fixed Term Contract role