Lead Operator

Job description:

JOB SCOPE

Ensure to carry out field operating duties with diligence and to ensure safe and reliable performance of the plant/facility in compliance with operational priorities. Respond to any emergency situation in accordance with standard procedures and/or instructions from the Shift Supervisor. Manage and resolve technical problems, provide timely & efficient communications. Effectively respond to operational abnormalities.

COMMUNICATION

• Internal : Report and refer on a regular basis with hierarchy. Implement pertinent policies, exchange information, discuss and know relevant KPIs/performance parameters. Provide service to other organizations..

• External: NA

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform the day-to-day work in order ensure reliable operation. Ensure to comply with safety, health and environmental standards.

• Efficiently monitor plant/facility operating conditions to meet the required product(s) specifications. Use established reporting systems (i.e. Ops log book) to document plant/facility operating parameters and maintenance activities.

• Monitor operating parameters and discuss the necessary changes with supervisor and diligently follow the advice, instruction, caution, procedure.

• Identify potential operating problems and handle emergency situations in accordance with set standard procedures and instructions.

• Report breaches to safety standards and safety incidents accurately and on a timely basis. Take corrective actions to resolve the safety issue/situation. Ensure refinery units production & quality are maintained as per targets & coordinate with all YASREF organizations to achieve and maintain production within approved targets & quality.

• Provide the necessary support to the respective OME team member before/after daily meetings to ensure high level of safety performance and comply with health, safety and environmental standards.

• Handle the start-up or shutdown activities according to the approved operating procedures and general instructions.

• Participate in identifying, planning and implementing work process improvement opportunities.

• Troubleshoot mechanical malfunctions and process disruptions.

• Work closely with maintenance and contractors, ensuring permits and equipment isolation(s) are conforming to YASREF business processes.

• Monitor environmental limits & arrange the disposal of plant hazardous waste to comply with environmental regulations.

• Perform role & responsibilities as per ERP during emergency.

• Achieve job certification tasks as per plan. Under the guidance of supervisor ensure to apply skills and knowledge gained.

• Report on time the plant abnormalities to direct supervisor & ensure visibility at site during shift hours.

• Prepare equipment for maintenance activities as per the operation instruction manual.

• Monitor conditions of all equipment within the unit as per operation instruction manual & process planned parameters.

• Carry out routine operational and housekeeping activities to sustain plant capacity according to operational, safety, health, environmental, reliability and engineering standards.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the direct Supervisor.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Two (2) years Diploma in Process, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE

12