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. Quick response during emergency operation of the plant.

Roles & Responsibilities

Responsibility

1            Comply with safety rules and regulations. Be familiar with the fire equipment in his area.

Follow the instructions of the Shift Supervisor/Shift In Charge and CCR Operator.

2            Familiar with plant P&IDs, SOPs, Work instructions, basic control logics as well as the emergency operation procedures and any other related documents.

3            Monitor all parameters at local and enter periodic readings on log sheets. Summarize all activities/events that took place during his shift in the log book.

4            Inspect the area and auxiliaries during the shift to make sure that all equipment parameters are within limits. Report abnormalities to the CCR Operator/ Shift Supervisor/Shift In Charge.

5            Perform equipment change over according to preset schedules. Raise work requests or defect notes for faulty equipment.

6            Coordinate with CCR Operator/Shift Supervisor/Shift In Charge 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.

7            Follow standard operating procedures and work instructions

8            Assist in the training and familiarization of new operators.

9            Report near misses and implement prescribed risk controls.

10          Report deviations in Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental Management System.

11          Ensure proper waste disposal measures.

12          Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications          

Educational

Desired Diploma in Engineering

OR

High school certificate with minimum of  4 years working experience in the similar position in Utility or Desalination plants

Preferred           Diploma in Engineering

Minimum  Experience

(Type and duration)       Minimum           Diploma with 2 years working experience in Utility or Desalination plants

OR

High school certificate with minimum of  4 years working experience in the similar position in Utility or Desalination plants

Preferable

              Extensive experience as local operator in any of the following type: Conventional, Combined cycle, Cogeneration, Water Desalination Plants like RO, MSF, MED etc., and Renewable Energy type (Solar, Wind Mills etc.) plants.

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.

Diploma in Engineering OR High school certificate with minimum of 4 years working experience in t