Central Control Room Operator

AimGulf; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ACWA Power is seeking a Central Control Room Operator in Saudi Arabia to monitor and control plant operations via DCS/SCADA, while coordinating field activities and maintaining safety and reliability across power generation and desalination assets.

The role requires 4+ years in CCR operations, with a technical engineering diploma or degree and knowledge of ISO standards. Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential for safe plant performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in control room operations.
• Awareness of ISO 9001/14001/45001 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control plant equipment through DCS/SCADA per procedures and safety standards.
• Oversee RO desalination or CCGT systems and related equipment.
• Monitor parameters, alarms, trends, and take corrective actions.
• Execute start-up, shutdown, and emergency procedures.
• Coordinate with field operators and supervisors on isolation, permits, and safeties.
• Maintain shift logs, handover records, and defect reports.
• Coordinate with labs to monitor water quality and operability.
• Ensure compliance with HSE requirements and safety standards.

Skills

DCS/SCADA

PLC

Control room ops

Alarms & trends

HSE compliance

Education

Technical Diploma in Engineering

Bachelor’s in Engineering

ISO standards awareness

Job description

Job Title: Central Control Room Operator

ACWA Operations is seeking experienced CCR Operators for upcoming opportunities across power generation and water desalination plants in Saudi Arabia.

The role is responsible for monitoring and controlling plant operations through DCS/SCADA systems, coordinating field activities, responding to operational deviations, and ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient plant performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and control plant equipment and processes through DCS/SCADA systems in accordance with approved operating procedures and safety standards.
• Oversee RO desalination systems, including pretreatment, high-pressure pumps, membrane trains, energy recovery devices, and water quality, or CCGT systems, including gas turbines, HRSGs, steam turbines, generators, and balance-of-plant equipment.
• Monitor operating parameters, alarms, trends, and equipment conditions, identifying abnormalities and taking authorized corrective actions.
• Execute approved plant start-up, shutdown, equipment changeover, and emergency operating procedures.
• Coordinate with field operators and Shift Supervisors on equipment isolation, permit-to-work requirements, maintenance activities, and safe return to service.
• Maintain accurate shift logs, operational records, equipment defect reports, and shift handover documentation.
• Coordinate with laboratory and field teams to monitor plant chemistry, water quality, and operational conditions.
• Ensure compliance with HSE requirements, emergency response procedures, and operational safety standards.

Experience Required:

Minimum 4 years of experience in control room operations within power generation or water desalination plants.

Education Qualifications:

• Technical Diploma in Engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is preferred.
• Awareness of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 is preferred.

Skills Required:

• Strong knowledge of DCS, SCADA, PLC, and control room operating systems.
• Experience in RO desalination processes or CCGT power plant operations.
• Ability to monitor operating parameters, interpret alarms, analyze trends, and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Knowledge of plant start-up, shutdown, emergency response, and permit-to-work procedures.
• Understanding of HSE standards, equipment isolation, and safe operating practices.
• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, communication, and teamwork skills.

Employment / Job Type:

Full Time

About the Company:

ACWA Power develops and operates power generation, renewable energy, and water desalination projects. Its teams recruit for engineering, construction, operations, maintenance, project development, finance, procurement, legal, risk, sustainability, and corporate roles.

Company Industry:

Utilities

Department / Functional Area:

Operations

Closing Date:

26 November 2026