Field Operator

Acwa Operations; Eastern Province; On-site; SAR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Acwa Operations is seeking a Local Operator to monitor system operation and coordinate with the CCR Operator. Responsibilities include safe start-up/shut down, logging readings, and ensuring compliance with SOPs and safety rules.

The role requires a Diploma (Degree preferred) with about 4 years in Power/Desalination plants; Middle East experience is a plus. Ready to work in remote locations and maintain site housekeeping.

Qualifications

• Diploma required; degree preferred.
• Minimum 4 years in power/desalination plants.
• Experience in Middle East preferred.
• Knowledge of safety, quality, health & environment systems.
• Strong communication and shift coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Comply with safety rules and regulations; familiar with fire equipment.
• Follow instructions of Shift Supervisor and CCR Operator.
• Monitor plant parameters and log readings.
• Inspect area and report abnormalities.
• Coordinate isolations and line-ups with CCR Operator/Shift Supervisor.
• Maintain housekeeping and waste disposal.
• Assist in training new operators.
• Report near misses and deviations in QHSE.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety systems

Waste disposal

Emission monitoring

Environmental impact

Firefighting equipment

PPE safety gear

First aid

Plant operations

Communication skills

Quality & Safety awareness

Education

Diploma

Degree

Tools

P&IDs

SOPs

Work instructions

Job description

Local Operator

Job Summary

Monitor the Operation parameters of the system at local and coordinate with the CCR Operator in regard to all related activities that affect operation.

Responsible for safe start-up/shut down of the plant as per the Standard Operating Procedures.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Comply with safety rules and regulations. Be familiar with the fire equipment in his area.
• Follow the instructions of the Shift Supervisor/Shift Charge Engineer and CCR Operator.
• Familiar with plant P&IDs, SOPs, Work instructions, basic control logics as well as the emergency operation procedures and any other related documents.
• Monitor all parameters and enter periodic readings on log sheets. Summarize all activities/events that took place during his shift in the log book.
• Inspect the area and auxiliaries during the shift to make sure that all equipment parameters are within limits. Report abnormalities to the CCR Operator.
• Perform equipment change over according to preset schedules. Raise work requests or defect notes for faulty equipment.
• Coordinate with CCR Operator/Shift Supervisor for isolating and lining up the equipment and system before and after maintenance. Maintain a tidy housekeeping in the work area and ensure clean up after maintenance work.
• Follow standard operating procedures and work instructions
• Assist in the training and familiarization of new operators.
• Report near misses and implement prescribed risk controls.
• Report deviations in Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental Management System.
• Ensure proper waste disposal measures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications

Educational:

Diploma

Preferred:

Degree

Minimum Experience

4 years in Power/Desalination plant.

Preferable

Experience in Middle East

Required Skills

1. Generic awareness of Quality, Occupational Health & Safety and Environment Management system principles
2. Knowledge of identification, classification and disposal of waste
3. Knowledge of Emission Monitoring
4. Knowledge of environmental and health impact of chemicals being used in the plant
5. Knowledge of firefighting equipment
6. Knowledge of PPE and safety equipment
7. Knowledge of First aid measures
8. Should be well conversed with Power/Water plant operational activities.
9. Communication skills.

Desired certification / Job specific skill / Training

ISO9001, 14001, OHSAS 18001 awareness/working knowledge is preferred.

Work Condition

Ready to work in remote location