OPERATOR (CONDENSATE)

QatarEnergy; Mesaieed, Al Wakrah; On-site; QAR 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Qatar is seeking an Area Operator to oversee and monitor process units in the condensate refinery area. The candidate will ensure safe and efficient production, respond to process deviations, and maintain compliance with safety standards. The ideal applicant will have 5-10 years of experience in refinery operations and strong technical skills in process equipment and safety systems.

Qualifications

• Experience in operating and troubleshooting process equipment such as pumps, compressors, heat exchangers.
• Strong understanding of process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Knowledge of safety systems including HAZOP, LOTO, PTW, and emergency response procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor assigned process units.
• Respond to process deviations and maintain operational integrity.
• Support achievement of production targets.

Skills

Strong communication and teamwork abilities

Proficiency in English

High level of safety awareness

Ability to work under pressure

Willingness to work in rotating shifts

Education

5 - 10 years of hands-on experience in refinery operations

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.

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor assigned process units; respond to process deviations; maintain operational integrity; support achievement of production targets; ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Required Experience And Skills

• 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.

Educational 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.