OPERATOR (CONDENSATE)

Qatar Energy; Al Wakrah; On-site; QAR 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

An international energy company in Qatar is seeking an Area Operator to oversee and monitor the condensate refinery process units, including CDU, Hydrotreaters, and CCR Platformer. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience in refinery operations, with strong technical skills and safety awareness. Responsibilities include maintaining operational integrity, ensuring efficient production, and adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 - 10 years of hands-on experience in refinery operations.
• Experience in operating and troubleshooting process equipment.
• Knowledge of safety systems including HAZOP, LOTO, PTW.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor assigned process units in the refinery.
• Maintain operational integrity and respond to process deviations.
• Support achievement of production targets while adhering to safety standards.

Skills

Strong communication and teamwork abilities

Proficiency in English (speaking, reading, writing)

High level of safety awareness

Ability to work under pressure

Willingness to work in rotating shifts

Tools

Distributed Control Systems (DCS)

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

Job description

Overview

To operate and monitor assigned process units within the condensate refinery area, including Condensate Distillation Unit (CDU), Hydrotreaters, and Continuous Catalytic Reforming (CCR) Platformer to ensure safe, efficient, and continuous production. The Area Operator is responsible for maintaining operational integrity, responding to process deviations, and supporting the achievement of production targets while adhering to safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Experience

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in speaking, reading and writing English, including report writing.
• High level of safety awareness and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and respond effectively to emergencies.
• Willingness to work in rotating shifts and outdoor field conditions.

Qualifications

Minimum 5 - 10 years of hands-on experience in refinery operations, specifically in Condensate Distillation Units, Hydrotreaters, and CCR Platformers. Proven experience in operating and troubleshooting process equipment such as pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, reactors, and control systems.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Familiarity with Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).
• Knowledge of safety systems including HAZOP, LOTO, PTW, and emergency response procedures.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.