Field Operator

Acwa China; Saudi Arabia; Remote; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Acwa China seeks a Plant Operator to monitor plant operating parameters locally and coordinate with the CCR Operator for safe start-ups and shutdowns in accordance with SOPs.

The role requires strict adherence to safety rules, familiarity with P&IDs, SOPs, and control logic. You will record readings, inspect equipment, report abnormalities, and assist in training while ensuring waste disposal and environmental controls.

Qualifications

• Diploma or higher is required.
• Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.
• 4 years of experience in Power and/or Desalination Plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor plant operating parameters locally and coordinate with the CCR Operator on all activities affecting plant operations.
• Comply with safety rules and regulations and be familiar with firefighting equipment in the assigned area.
• Monitor readings, record periodic data, and summarize shift activities in the logbook.
• Inspect areas and equipment to ensure parameters stay within limits and report abnormalities.
• Perform equipment changes and raise work requests or defect notifications for faulty equipment.
• Coordinate with CCR Operator/Shift Supervisor for isolation and line-up before/after maintenance; maintain good housekeeping.

Skills

Plant operations

Communication skills

HSE knowledge

Firefighting knowledge

PPE & safety gear

Education

Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

ISO 9001 awareness

ISO 14001 awareness

OHSAS 18001 awareness

Job description

Job SummaryMonitor plant operating parameters locally and coordinate with the CCR Operator on all activities affecting plant operations. Responsible for the safe start-up and shutdown of the plant in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Comply with safety rules and regulations and be familiar with firefighting equipment in the assigned area. Follow the instructions of the Shift Supervisor / Shift Charge Engineer and CCR Operator.
• Be familiar with plant P&IDs, SOPs, work instructions, basic control logic, emergency operating procedures, and other related documents.
• Monitor operating parameters and record periodic readings on log sheets. Summarize all activities and events occurring during the shift in the logbook.
• Inspect assigned areas and auxiliary equipment during the shift to ensure all equipment parameters remain within acceptable limits. Report abnormalities to the CCR Operator.
• Perform equipment changeovers according to established schedules and raise work requests or defect notifications for faulty equipment.
• Coordinate with the CCR Operator / Shift Supervisor for equipment and system isolation and line-up before and after maintenance activities. Maintain good housekeeping in the work area and ensure proper clean-up following maintenance work.
• Follow approved 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 related to the Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental Management System.
• Ensure proper waste disposal measures are followed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Summary

Monitor plant operating parameters locally and coordinate with the CCR Operator on all activities affecting plant operations. Responsible for the safe start-up and shutdown of the plant in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Roles & Responsibilities

• Comply with safety rules and regulations and be familiar with firefighting equipment in the assigned area. Follow the instructions of the Shift Supervisor / Shift Charge Engineer and CCR Operator.
• Be familiar with plant P&IDs, SOPs, work instructions, basic control logic, emergency operating procedures, and other related documents.
• Monitor operating parameters and record periodic readings on log sheets. Summarize all activities and events occurring during the shift in the logbook.
• Inspect assigned areas and auxiliary equipment during the shift to ensure all equipment parameters remain within acceptable limits. Report abnormalities to the CCR Operator.
• Perform equipment changeovers according to established schedules and raise work requests or defect notifications for faulty equipment.
• Coordinate with the CCR Operator / Shift Supervisor for equipment and system isolation and line-up before and after maintenance activities. Maintain good housekeeping in the work area and ensure proper clean-up following maintenance work.
• Follow approved 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 related to the Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental Management System.
• Ensure proper waste disposal measures are followed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Educational

• Diploma.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree.

Minimum

• 4 years of experience in Power and/or Desalination Plant operations.

Preferable

• Experience in the Middle East.

Required Skills

• General awareness of Quality, Occupational Health & Safety, and Environmental Management System principles.
• Knowledge of waste identification, classification, and disposal.
• Knowledge of emission monitoring.
• Knowledge of the environmental and health impacts of chemicals used in the plant.
• Knowledge of firefighting equipment.
• Knowledge of PPE and safety equipment.
• Knowledge of first-aid measures.
• Good knowledge of Power/Water Plant operational activities.
• Good communication skills.

Desired Certification / Job Specific Skill / Training

• ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001 awareness/working knowledge is preferred.

Work Condition

• Ready to work in a remote location.