Plant Operator

The Plant Operator is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable and efficient operation of assigned generating units through technical monitoring, equipment performance assessment, troubleshooting and operational support, while ensuring compliance with established procedures and safety standards to optimize plant availability, reliability and efficiency.

The Plant Operator is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable and efficient operation of assigned generating units through technical monitoring, equipment performance assessment, troubleshooting and operational support, while ensuring compliance with established procedures and safety standards to optimize plant availability, reliability and efficiency.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed technical inspections and condition assessments of assigned boiler, turbine, condenser, feedwater, cooling water and auxiliary systems to ensure optimal equipment performance and reliability.
• Analyse equipment operating conditions, including leaks, abnormal noise, excessive vibration, temperature variations and pressure fluctuations, and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Identify, investigate and evaluate operational abnormalities, equipment defects and potential safety hazards, ensuring timely resolution and escalation.
• Operate and monitor field equipment, including valves, pumps and drain/vent systems, in accordance with approved operating procedures and authorisation requirements.
• Monitor the performance and operating parameters of auxiliary systems, including fuel supply, cooling water and lubrication systems, to ensure operational efficiency and reliability.
• Coordinate and execute field activities associated with plant start-up, shutdown and equipment changeover in collaboration with the Control Room team.
• Ensure compliance with plant operating procedures, engineering standards, risk assessments and established safety requirements.
• Participate in safety inspections, toolbox talks, emergency response exercises and other HSE compliance initiatives.
• Ensure assigned plant areas and equipment meet established housekeeping, operational readiness and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate technical records of equipment operating conditions, inspections, abnormalities, interventions and operational activities.
• Communicate equipment status, operational deviations, technical observations and corrective actions to the Control Room and relevant technical teams.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and shift handover documentation, highlighting equipment conditions, outstanding defects and operational concerns.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams on equipment preparation, isolation requirements and technical support for preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Assess equipment performance and identify early warning signs of deterioration or potential failure, recommending appropriate preventive interventions.
• Participate in technical troubleshooting, equipment fault diagnosis and root cause failure investigations.
• Provide engineering support during plant trips, equipment breakdowns and operational emergencies to facilitate safe and timely restoration of plant operations.
• Coordinate field-level emergency response activities, including equipment shutdown and restoration, in collaboration with the Control Room and relevant technical teams.
• Participate in fire drills, emergency preparedness exercises and incident response activities to strengthen plant operational resilience.

Education & Work Experience

• Bachelor of Engineering/Higher National Diploma in mechanical, Electrical, or Power Plant.
• 0 to 2+ years of experience in a power generation plant, refinery, or heavy industrial process plant.
• Prior experience in steam turbine operations or thermal power plants is an added advantage.

Technical Skills & Knowledge

• Basic knowledge of power plant processes, including steam cycles, boiler operations, and cooling systems.
• Ability to read and interpret pressure, temperature, flow gauges, and P&ID diagrams.
• Familiarity with safety regulations, permit-to-work systems, and emergency shutdown procedures.
• Basic troubleshooting skills for pumps, valves, pipes, and auxiliary equipment.

Behavioural & Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail and observational skills.
• Effective communication and ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Discipline and reliability in executing operational tasks.
• Ability to work under pressure and respond to emergencies.
• Rigor and critical sense, open-minded, keen to knowledge sharing
• Team working