Power Plant Operator

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Operator is responsible for a safe and efficient operation of the Power Station, according to the Grid Company demands and the contract with the Customer, taking emergency action, where necessary. The Operator will be working in the field and the control room.

Job Description

As Operator you report to the Operations Shift Leader and:

·  To operate and monitor the Distributed Control System HMI, Continuous Emissions Monitoring, and all other control room and station control systems in order to maintain the safe and efficient operation of the plant and process
·  Ensure compliance with all site Quality Procedures, Work Instructions and EHS Policy and Procedures
·  Understand and respond to variances in normal station operating parameters and take necessary corrective actions in order to maintain safe operation of the station from the control room or in the field
·  Monitor plant and process to ensure that operation is in accordance with all relevant Operating Procedures
·  Perform operations monitoring rounds in the field and support the maintenance of the equipment with routine interventions
·  Monitor and follow all generating profiles as dispatched via the grid control center, and follow all (National) grid control center instructions
·  Report items beyond the scope and capabilities of shift personnel to Shift Supervisor
·  Maintain and update all routines, schedules and reports with relevant plant operating data
·  Report unsafe conditions, events and hazards to the Shift Supervisor
·  Assist in routine testing of plant and equipment
·  Report equipment deficiencies and record required information into the computerized maintenance management system to direct repairs
·  Follow Operating Procedures and work instructions when carrying out any activity and report any deficiencies when identified

Qualifications /Requirements:

·  Electrical or Mechanical qualification or equivalent experience
·  Fluent in English (both verbal and written)
·  Able to learn fast and work independently
·  Excellent interpersonal skills and teamwork
·  Ability to work under pressure and make critical decisions when needed
·  Willingness to work in a shift pattern including nights, weekends and holidays

Desired Characteristics:

·  Excellent interpersonal skills able to communicate in a friendly, open and constructive manner
·  Highly organized
·  Responsive and pro-active
·  Flexible and calm
·  Detail conscious
·  Previous power generation or continuous process experience desirable but not necessary

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No