EDC/VCM Field Operator

Recruiter:

MECS Africa

Job Ref:

JHB010160/CG

Date posted:

Monday, October 31, 2022

Location:

Qatar, United Arab Emirates

SUMMARY:
Our international client is looking for an EDC/VCM Field Operator to join their operations in Qatar. The successful candidate will report to EDC/VCM Production Engineer.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Job Purpose
To carry out a range of EDC/VCM plant related activities using or maintaining equipment in a single process area and ensuring that it operates in a stable and safe manner in accordance with defined instructions and procedures to facilitate achievement of shift production targets in line with quality and HSE standards.

Key Accountabilities

Operations

Operate equipment in more than one process area, troubleshooting where necessary, supporting effective coordination of activities between the areas to achieve production targets.
Monitor the safe operation of process equipment in the EDC/VCM plant in line with defined standard operating procedures.
Collect and record various data related to the process/field equipment in the assigned units and promptly highlight any abnormal operating conditions to EDC/VCM Production Engineer for prompt corrective action.
Carry out sampling of the chemicals, raw materials, and products, etc. as per the laboratory schedule and report back to EDC/VCM Production Engineer in case of any abnormalities for taking corrective measures.
Monitor and validate the availability of different chemical preparations required in the process and follow up on loading/off-loading of raw materials and products as per defined HSE procedures and instructions.
Prepare equipment for handover to Maintenance and then return to service in a safe, efficient, and environmentally sound manner in line with defined quality guidelines. Provides support to maintenance crew and associated third party service providers to facilitate effective maintenance activities in line with company vinyl standards.
Participate in commissioning and start-up activities as required in accordance with the approved operating procedures
Attend to plant emergencies such as fire, gas leaks etc. under the direction of the EDC/VCM Production Engineer.
Carry out effective coordination with panel operators across the processes assigned to support effective communication within the shift on all operational matters.
Check and verify that the equipment across the broader area of work that the role is coordinating is properly prepared for maintenance, signing documentation to confirm this has been done.
Provide initial interface with maintenance/operations to facilitate work to be done in the process area.
Participate in operating and safety trainings and share the same with operators to ensure standards of performance are achieved.
Coordinate and communicate with EDC/VCM Production Engineer, and Senior Operators during operations and in emergency situations.
Maintain logbook and process log sheets, recording operating parameters, quantity produced/ received and supplied to facilitate timely information availability.
Operate the folk lift as per defined instructions and production requirements in compliance with HSEQ standards.

Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures

Follow all relevant departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.

Quality, Health, Safety & Environment

Ensure all relevant quality, health, safety and environmental (e.g. RC14001) procedures, instructions and controls are adhered to so that the safety of employees, quality of products/services and environmental compliance can be guaranteed.
Conduct observations on unsafe/safe acts, and report in a timely manner.

Statements and Reporting

Assist in the preparation of timely and accurate departmental statements and reports to meet and department requirements, policies, and standards.

Related Assignments

Perform other related duties or assignments as directed.

Qualifications and Experience

Completion of High School Certificate.
3 years of experience in a similar role in the petrochemical industry and/or oil and gas industry.

Job-Specific Skills (Generic/Technical):

Understanding of the DCS panel operations and an overall understanding of company vinyl operations and products (i.e., EDC/VCM).
Knowledge of the operations in petrochemical plants.
IT proficiency with the ability to properly use management information systems.
Teamwork and effective collaboration skills
Interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
Awareness on Quality, Health, Safety and Environment standards.

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