Hydrogen & Carbon Capture Operator - Start-up & Operations

Qabird; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance

Pension plan

Vacation days

ADV days

13th month

Training & development

Career development

Safety culture

Job summary

Air Products in Rotterdam's HyCO4 facility is expanding with a Carbon Capture plant and will support the transition from construction through commissioning, start‑up, and into normal operation as a path to becoming a fully qualified HyCO4 operator.

You will collaborate with experienced operators and engineers to ensure safe, reliable operation, perform inspections, assist with start‑ups and shutdowns, and support maintenance and projects in a growing, safety‑driven environment.

Qualifications

• Technical MBO‑4 qualification or an equivalent technical background.
• Experience within a process manufacturing, energy, refinery, chemical, or industrial operating environment.
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
• Good communication skills in Dutch and English.
• Willingness to work in a continuous shift operation.
• Strong desire to learn and develop operational competence within a complex process facility.
• Flexibility to travel to associated operational locations within the Rotterdam area when required.
• Experience with SAP is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the hydrogen production and carbon capture facilities.
• Perform routine inspections, monitor plant performance, and identify operational deviations.
• Assist with plant start‑ups, shutdowns, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities.
• Support maintenance, turnaround, and project activities in accordance with site safety standards.
• Work closely with experienced operators, engineers, and project teams while developing skills to become a fully qualified HyCO4 operator.
• Contribute to Air Products' commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Safety Awareness

Operational Discipline

Technical Learning Agility

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Accountability

Communication Skills

Continuous Improvement Mindset

Education

Technical MBO‑4 qualification

Tools

SAP

Job description

Air Products in Rotterdam's HyCO4 facility is expanding with a Carbon Capture plant and will support the transition from construction through commissioning, start‑up, and into normal operation as a path to becoming a fully qualified HyCO4 operator.

You will collaborate with experienced operators and engineers to ensure safe, reliable operation, perform inspections, assist with start‑ups and shutdowns, and support maintenance and projects in a growing, safety‑driven environment.