Senior/Technician (Production)

Singapore LNG Corporation Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Singapore LNG Corporation Pte Ltd is seeking a hands-on Operations Technician to join our LNG terminal team in Singapore. You will perform routine field inspections, troubleshoot units, oversee unloading of chemicals, and operate the DCS to monitor the terminal's processes.

The role requires a NITEC in mechanical, electrical, chemical engineering or equivalent and at least 3 years in oil, gas, petrochem or utilities.

Qualifications

• NITEC in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in oil and gas, petrochemical, refinery or utilities.
• Experience in LNG operations or familiarity with cryogenic processes preferred.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to issue permits to work.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine field inspections and troubleshoot units.
• Oversee unloading of chemicals and utilities into receiving tanks.
• Operate the DCS to monitor terminal processes.
• Maintain shift logs and operational records.
• Respond to emergencies and support safety and pollution containment.

Skills

Safety procedures

Shift work capability

Troubleshooting

Reading diagrams

Education

NITEC in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

DCS operations

Cryogenic equipment knowledge

Gas detection equipment

Job description

Company description:

Singapore LNG Corporation Pte Ltd (SLNG) was incorporated by the Energy Market Authority of Singapore in June 2009 to build, own and operate Singapore's very first open-access, multi-user LNG Terminal. This is a key national infrastructure that supports Singapore's energy diversification strategy and future economic development in the energy sector.

With more than 95% of electricity in Singapore being generated using natural gas, the SLNG Terminal helps to enhance the country's energy security by enabling natural gas to be shipped to Singapore from anywhere in the world. It also serves as a platform to facilitate the development of new LNG-related businesses, thereby contributing to the growth of Singapore's energy industry and the creation of new job opportunities.

Job description:

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform routine field inspections, troubleshoot units and equipment and raise work orders for necessary maintenance
• Oversee unloading of chemicals and utilities into receiving tanks
• Execute jetty operations including vessels berthing, marine loading arms and act as Loading Master when required
• Operate the Distributed Control System (DCS) to monitor and control terminal's overall processes
• Maintain accurate shift logs and operational records
• Support other production activities such as vessel cool downs, cold energy transfer and LNG truck loading
• Secure and prepare equipment and work site for maintenance activities (e.g. lock-out and tag-out (LOTO), de-energization of electrical systems) and perform basic maintenance such as strainer cleaning, flange make-up, gas cylinder replacement
• Replenish process chemicals / additives and initiate re-stocking when necessary
• Review and issue permit to work upon verification of safety checklist completion
• Conduct fugitive emission leak detection (e.g. hydrocarbon) and implement immediate corrective actions
• Supervise contractors to ensure compliance with safety and permit requirements
• Undertake project related role when assigned, rotation between shift and day work.
• Respond to emergency situations and support the prevention and containment of hazardous incidents such as oil spills, gas leaks and other forms of pollution and situations dangerous to life and property.
• Conduct periodic safety check on work sites including gas testing for confined space activities
• Perform routine safety check on all safety equipment such as safety showers, eye wash, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SBCA), firefighting equipment

REQUIREMENTS

• NITEC in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years of experience in oil and gas, petrochemical, refinery or utilities industries
• Experience in LNG operations or familiarity with cryogenic process (e.g. ethylene, ammonia, air separation or natural gas processing) and knowledge of plant instrumentation and control systems and DCS operations is preferred
• Operational experience in similar hydrocarbon loading / unloading operations (e.g. LPG) or experience in plant commissioning and start-up will be advantageous
• Working knowledge of mechanical systems including cryogenic and heat transfer equipment, compressors (centrifugal and reciprocating), LNG tanks, fired equipment and flare systems
• Strong understanding of process plant safety procedures (e.g. confined space entry, LOTO, working at height, gas testing) including experience in issuing permit to work
• Physically fit and able to carry out emergency response duties
• Ability to distinguish and interpret colour-coded system for the purpose of operating the DCS effectively
• Willing to perform rotating shift work, including weekends and public holidays