Senior Operator

Job Purpose

The jobholder is responsible to perform the panel and field operations for the LDPE Plant in Borouge’s Ruwais Complex to ensure adherence to Borouge’s HSE requirements and maximizing plant yield and to meet the required operations’ target, specifications and quantities.

This role includes; operating, monitoring and controlling the assigned units of the plant, while complying with the safety, operation and condition of an assigned operating area including all equipment, right product quality, maintaining all equipment in proper operating condition, and reporting any anomalies noted to the Shift Supervisor.

Key Accountabilities

Job Specific Accountabilities

Safety Compliance

• Participate the departmental safety, health and housekeeping meetings, plant inspection tours and to ensure proper implementing of Borouge’s policies in safety, health, and environment.
• Adhere to all safety, fire and security rules and regulations, including the use of protective clothing and equipment to ensure that all personnel working in his area comply with safety procedures.
• Foster collaboration and compliance to Operations and HSE policies and procedures
• 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.
  
  

Panel Operation

• Operate, monitor and control the assigned work area safely & efficiently, to achieve target plant yield without any hydrocarbon loss and within emission limits, and ensure effective hand-over on shift changes.
• Monitor control panel, diagnoses abnormal situations, initiates operational adjustments and maintains a continuous check on the operating plants.
• Take reading of essential instruments to ensure that equipment is operated within the specified parameters and limits.
• Record and report serious operational deviations to the supervisor and takes immediate remedial corrective actions.
• 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.
• Ensure that all capabilities of the Integrated Control System are fully utilized to improve plant efficiency, product quality and safety.
• Review and analysis outside log sheet readings at regular intervals with control room instrumentation to make sure that they correlate.
• Verify the operations of rotating and stationery plant equipment to ensure proper functioning.
  
  

Quality Interface

• Ensure integrity functional tests, changeover routines and other scheduled verification tasks are completed efficiently and maintain the appropriate records & documents.
• Review on-line analysers and laboratory results and makes the necessary fine-tuning of the control panel instruments or guides field operators to do necessary fine-tuning to ensure that products meet the specified quantities and qualities.
• Ensure that normal and extra quality control and environmental samples are taken according to instructions and ensures that all samples are registered to LIMS system.
• Ensure Batch tracking system functions well and track the minibatches quality for segregation in case quality is not meeting the specification.
• Keep the Shift Supervisor fully advised on all related aspects and obtains guidance when necessary.
  
  

Field Operation

• Operate electronic, computerised, and critical instruments on plant control panel governing the operation of highly complicated process and non-process operating units, such as OLPA Equipment, Peroxide Drum Handling and offloading, Utilities, Water Washing Systems, charging additives.
• Operate related machinery and equipment safely and efficiently as per Company’s standards and instructions to ensure optimize plant operations by aiming to Best Demonstrated Rate safely and cost efficiently, and minimized flaring in all conditions
• Accept shift from off going Senior Operator / Operator with detailed log sheet of operational adjustments and changes during previous shift and hand-over job and completed own log sheet in an orderly and efficient manner to incoming Senior Operator / Operator.
• Ensure that chemicals to be used in the respective area are of the correct type & bar coding is done before consumption, add various chemicals, prepare solutions, adjust and monitor dosing rates as specified while following all HSE procedures and rules.
• Maintain Clean Room Conditions and follow 5S+1 Philosophy and maintain cleanliness all the time.
  
  

Emergency Readiness & Response

• Operate plant start-ups, shutdowns and emergencies e.g. by controlling the alterations of speeds, temperatures, pressures and flow rates as necessary.
• Restore the Plant to normal operating conditions safely and efficiently once the situation is normalized.
• Discuss all accidents, incidents and near misses with Supervisor and fellow Operators to avoid recurrence.
• In case of emergency, take appropriate actions as per emergency procedures and contingency plans. Safely shut down the affected Plant partially or totally.
• Maintain communication with Shift Supervisor, Emergency Control Centre, Fire Control Centre, Interface areas and any other agency as per the emergency.
• Participate in the emergency drills and make proposal for the improvement areas.
• Implement the emergency procedures as dictated by the circumstances.
  
  

Operating Condition

• Supervise and carry out routine checks on equipment for abnormalities to arrange for service and repair to ensure the maintenance of assigned area in clean and tidy conditions.
• Control and contain plant upsets and prevent minor emergencies escalating, maintaining clear communication and coordination with other units of the plant, Company’s sites & neighbouring plants.
• Carry out first line maintenance and calibration routine tasks.
• Prepare and review the plant and equipment for maintenance to ensure accurate and proper functioning and in synchronization with other equipment and plant.
• Take timely remedial actions in case of process alarms or plant upsets due to instrument/equipment failure, ensuring safety of plant & personnel.
• Report to Shift Supervisor and work in accordance with standard operating procedures and specialised technical standards. Keep Shift Supervisor updated of developments.
• Initiate work request for maintenance in case of equipment or instrument failure in co-ordination with Field Operators & Shift Supervisor.
• Follow-up work permits, take equipment and instruments out of service for maintenance and to take back in service after maintenance intervention
  
  

Generic Responsibilities

Borouge Corporate Responsibilities

• Understand and keep abreast about Borouge’s vision, mission, main strategies and objectives. And live and exercise Borouge’s Values all time.
• To keep abreast and knowledgeable about his / her role contribution towards the areas of Health, Safety & Environment (HSE), Sustainability, Energy Management, Ethics & Regulations, and Quality Management and its respective policies, frameworks, procedures, and objectives.
• Comply, support and enrich the culture and understanding of it through his / her communications with the internal and external contacts
• Adhere to the business ethics and Company’s Code of Conduct within the function in compliance to the Corporate Policies and guidelines.
  
  

Departmental Plans

• Perform all activities in the assigned tasks and adhere to all respective procedures to meet team / departmental objectives.
• Keep aware and knowledgeable about the respective processes’ owners, policies, procedures, forms, and other relevant information.
• Provide with the necessary feedback and observations to the direct supervisor / team leader with regards to daily process outputs.
• Analyse and address any significant variances to support effective performance and cost control.
  
  

HSE Excellence

• Keep abreast and knowledgeable on the updates for Health, Safety, Environment, Crisis Management, and Risk Registers for all the performed processes, projects and activities within the operating zone.
• Adhere to the safe acts and practices in the workplace to ensure her / his own safety, colleagues, and company assets and resources.
  
  

Processes & Systems

• Implement approved the respective policies, processes, systems, standards and procedures to support execution of the work programs, while adhering to data confidentiality.
• Perform the procedures / SOP in line with the respective processes and activities to ensure timely processing.
• Provide with feedback on updating and implementation of new tools and techniques to improve the quality and efficiency of processes.
• Make sure full compliance to Quality Management System’s controlled documents and implemented practices in line with ISO standards to ensure consistency in the respective processes.
  
  

COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Internal

• Supervisor, Shift
• Materials Management – Warehouse Team
• Maintenance Execution
• XLPE Operations
• Material Handling & Terminal Handling Operations
• Utilities & Offsite
• HSE Team
• Quality Control Laboratory
• Other Plants’ Panels
  
  

External

• RSI Emergency / Fire Control Centre
• Ruwais Safety & Fire Department
• Maintenance Contractors
• RSI Contractors
• Project Contractors
  
  

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge & Skills

Minimum Qualification

• Diploma in Technical Disciplines, or equivalent qualifications.
• Good knowledge of English – Spoken and written
• HSE Foundation Training, as per Borouge Learning & Development
• Distribution Control System (DCS) Certification in Borouge
  
  

Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills

• Minimum of 3 – 5 years of total experience in technical occupations in Polymers, Petrochemicals or Oil & Gas Plants.
• Good communication and team player
• Basic knowledge of computer applications; Microsoft, internet explorer, etc.
  
  

Professional Certifications

• None
  
  

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

Operating DCS

• Demonstrate proficiency in operating Distributed Control Systems (DCS)
• Advanced knowledge of DCS troubleshooting and maintenance
  
  

HSE Compliance

• Ability to adhere to Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) regulations.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and emergency procedures
  
  

Process Safety

• Mastery in identifying and mitigating process safety hazards
• Advanced knowledge of safety instrumented systems
  
  

Inspection Techniques

• Demonstrate proficiency in conducting equipment inspections.
• Ability to interpret inspection results and recommend corrective actions.
  
  

Machinery Operation

• Advanced knowledge of operating and maintaining plant machinery
• Mastery in troubleshooting mechanical issues.
  
  

SOP Understanding

• Demonstrate understanding of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Ability to implement SOPs effectively in daily operations.
  
  

Shift Handover

• Mastery in conducting detailed shift handovers.
• Ability to communicate operational changes clearly.
  
  

Quality Control

• Advanced knowledge of quality control processes
• Ability to ensure product quality meets specifications.
  
  

Emergency Handling

• Demonstrate proficiency in handling emergency situations.
• Ability to execute emergency shutdowns safely.
  
  

Process Optimization

• Mastery in optimizing plant processes for efficiency.
• Advanced knowledge of process improvement techniques
  
  

Technical Documentation

• Ability to maintain accurate technical documentation.
• Familiarity with document control systems
  
  

Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills

• Minimum of 3 – 5 years of total experience in technical occupations in Polymers, Petrochemicals or Oil & Gas Plants.
• Good communication and team player
• Basic knowledge of computer applications; Microsoft, internet explorer, etc.
  
  

Professional Certifications

• None
  
  

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

Operating DCS

• Demonstrate proficiency in operating Distributed Control Systems (DCS)
• Advanced knowledge of DCS troubleshooting and maintenance
  
  

HSE Compliance

• Ability to adhere to Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) regulations.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and emergency procedures
  
  

Process Safety

• Mastery in identifying and mitigating process safety hazards
• Advanced knowledge of safety instrumented systems
  
  

Inspection Techniques

• Demonstrate proficiency in conducting equipment inspections.
• Ability to interpret inspection results and recommend corrective actions.
  
  

Machinery Operation

• Advanced knowledge of operating and maintaining plant machinery
• Mastery in troubleshooting mechanical issues.
  
  

SOP Understanding

• Demonstrate understanding of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Ability to implement SOPs effectively in daily operations.
  
  

Shift Handover

• Mastery in conducting detailed shift handovers.
• Ability to communicate operational changes clearly.
  
  

Quality Control

• Advanced knowledge of quality control processes
• Ability to ensure product quality meets specifications.
  
  

Emergency Handling

• Demonstrate proficiency in handling emergency situations.
• Ability to execute emergency shutdowns safely.
  
  

Process Optimization

• Mastery in optimizing plant processes for efficiency.
• Advanced knowledge of process improvement techniques
  
  

Technical Documentation

• Ability to maintain accurate technical documentation.
• Familiarity with document control systems
  
  

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