CCR Operator — Power & Desalination Plant Control

Acwa China; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ACWA Operations seeks experienced CCR Operators for Saudi Arabia across power generation and water desalination sites. You will monitor and control processes via DCS/SCADA, coordinate with field teams, and ensure safe, reliable operations.

The role requires at least 4 years in control room operations, with RO desalination or CCGT plant experience. You will handle starting up/shutting down, alarms, trends, and permit-to-work, in a shift-based plant environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of control room operations experience in power generation or desalination plants.
• Proficient in DCS/SCADA, PLC, and related control systems.
• Ability to monitor parameters, interpret alarms, and troubleshoot issues.
• Experience with plant start-up, shutdown, and emergency procedures.
• Familiar with permit-to-work and isolation procedures.
• Good knowledge of HSE standards and safe operating practices.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control plant equipment via DCS/SCADA following SOPs.
• Coordinate with field operators during maintenance and handovers.
• Record shift logs, equipment defects, and handover docs.
• Monitor water quality and plant chemistry in collaboration with labs.
• Ensure compliance with safety and emergency procedures.
• Respond to deviations and implement corrective actions.

Skills

DCS/SCADA

PLC

Control room operations

Alarms & trend analysis

Start-up & shutdown

HSE standards

Education

Technical Diploma in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

ACWA Operations seeks experienced CCR Operators for Saudi Arabia across power generation and water desalination sites. You will monitor and control processes via DCS/SCADA, coordinate with field teams, and ensure safe, reliable operations.

The role requires at least 4 years in control room operations, with RO desalination or CCGT plant experience. You will handle starting up/shutting down, alarms, trends, and permit-to-work, in a shift-based plant environment.