Batch Reactor Operator — Rotating 12-Hour Shifts

OilChem; Dammam; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OilChem in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, seeks a Reaction Plant Operator to run batch reactors and associated equipment with strict adherence to process, quality and HSE procedures. You will manage raw materials, monitor critical parameters, perform in-process QC sampling and document batch data for each run.

The role requires 3–5 years of reactor operation experience, familiarity with DCS/PLC batch operations, and a willingness to work rotating 12-hour shifts including nights and weekends, with

Qualifications

• Diploma or technical certificate in chemical/process operations required.
• 3+ years operating chemical reactors or process units (petrochemical or specialty chemicals).
• Familiarity with DCS/PLC-controlled batch operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor batch reactors, distillation and transfer systems per batch tickets.
• Charge raw materials accurately and record batch data in the production log.
• Monitor temperature, pressure and reaction parameters; escalate deviations immediately.
• Carry out sampling for in-process QC checks and adjust per lab instructions.
• Perform routine equipment checks, CIP cleaning and shift handover reports.
• Comply with permit-to-work, LOTO and confined-space procedures.

Skills

Batch reactors

DCS/PLC control

Safety PPE

Process monitoring

Lockout/permit

Education

Diploma in Chemical/Process Operations or technical secondary certificate

Tools

DCS/PLC

Job description

OilChem in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, seeks a Reaction Plant Operator to run batch reactors and associated equipment with strict adherence to process, quality and HSE procedures. You will manage raw materials, monitor critical parameters, perform in-process QC sampling and document batch data for each run.

The role requires 3–5 years of reactor operation experience, familiarity with DCS/PLC batch operations, and a willingness to work rotating 12-hour shifts including nights and weekends, with