Senior Operator (DHT)

Job Purpose

Operate, monitor and control the assigned units of the plant, to process, store and export the products on specification, while maintaining Company and HSE requirements and maximizing plant yield. Operate control panels to ensure safe and proper function and that products meet the required specifications and quantities.

Job Specific Accountabilities

Operational

• Carry out assigned Operational work safely to assigned standards in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's).
• Log operating incidents and discuss incidents with the Supervisor to ensure efficient running of the operating units.
• Supervise / carry out routine checks on equipment for abnormalities in order to arrange for servicing and repair.
• Prepare / review the plant / equipment for maintenance to ensure accurate and proper functioning and in synchronization with other equipment and plant.
• Operate related machinery & equipment safely and efficiently as per Company's standards and instructions.
• Carry out duties as Auxiliary Fireman or Site Safety Officer as and when required during emergencies, as per the Facility Response Plan.
• Authorize work permits, follow up on-going jobs and monitor Contractors activities ensuring adherence to safety regulations and procedures.
• Ensure that all capabilities of the Integrated Control System are fully utilized to improve plant efficiency, product quality and safety.
• Supervise and perform the alterations of speeds, temperatures, pressures and flow rates as necessary for adequate control of operations during start-ups, shutdowns and emergencies.
• Monitor control panel, diagnose abnormal situations, initiate operational adjustments and maintain a continuous check on the operating plants.
• Ensure that chemicals used in the respective area are of correct type, add various chemicals, prepare solutions, adjust and monitor dosing rates while following all HSE procedures and rules.

Safety & Integrity

• Operate, monitor and control the assigned work area safely & efficiently to achieve target plant yield without hydrocarbon loss and within emission limits.
• Ensure integrity functional tests, change over routines and other scheduled verification tasks are completed efficiently.
• Control/contain plant upsets and prevent minor emergencies escalating, maintaining clear communication with other Departments/Units.

Generic Accountabilities

Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures

• Implement and comply with all relevant functional policies, processes, systems, standards, and procedures to accomplish operational objectives.

Training

• Provide on-the-job Training to meet Competency Based Training programs for UAE Nationalization.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to the identification of areas and opportunities for continuous improvement in the operating procedures and functional processes.

Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability

• Comply with relevant HSE policies, procedures & controls and applicable legislation and sustainability guidelines.
• Participate in Emergency Response duties as a team member.

Housekeeping

• Maintain the work environment clean and tidy before and during operations, in line with established standards of Hygiene and Housekeeping.

Reports

• Provide inputs to prepare Section progress reports for Company Management.
• Prepare various Key Performance Indicator (KPI) checklists for management.