November 3, 2024
Senior /Field Operator (Operate Utilities) Job Oman

Senior /Field Operator (Operate Utilities) Job Oman

Operate Utilities/ Polymers- PE and PP/ SCU  assets LPIC units (Shift A,B,C,D) – Liwa Plastics Ops under Shift team Leader scope, acting as  Safe and efficient operation of the process / units that requires a combination of technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and experience in identifying and resolving issues in a safe and efficient manner thorough (1)  working  (feedstock and slops/ flare facilities, product and components, LPG truck loading, tank farm, oil movement, crude pipeline, waste-water treatment) for Utilities assets  LPIC, (2)  Carry out regular outdoor (field) inspection of the unit equipment to identify any operational anomalies, and (3)  Guide / coach the Field Operators ; in order to support the continue and safe operations for the assigned area.   


The position will act in accordance with the Group’s Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines, and standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Omani’s government & other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.


Area of Scope 

Steam Cracker Unit– Petrochemical process in which saturated hydrocarbons such as naphtha, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), ethane, propane or butane is thermally cracked broken down into smaller, often unsaturated through the use of steam in steam cracking furnaces to produce lighter alkenes (or commonly olefins), including ethene (or ethylene) and propene (or propylene).

Utilities Unit 
– Steam, 
– Fuel, 
– Various waters, air, electrical power, and sewers, 
– Utilities 
– Co-Generation Systems

Polymers- Polyethylene  (PE)/ Polypropylene PP
PE Unipol – Univation Technologies    
The site is comprised with 2 state of art Unipol Plants (Univation Technologies).
The 2 gas phase reactors and extruders are designed to produce a variety of LLDPE, HDPE.
Each plant is designed to produce 440 KTA.


Polypropylene (PP)
– Novolen Technology/Lyndoll Basell Technology    
Production of polypropylene takes place by slurry, solution or gas phase process, in which the propylene monomer is subjected to heat and pressure in the presence of a catalyst system. 
Polymerisation is achieved at relativelyhigh temperature and pressure, and the product yielded is white in colour.


Area of scope: 

Accountabilities: 

Field Operations Shift Handover:
Accepts shift from previous shift Field Operator with detailed log sheet of operational adjustments and changes during previous shift.

Ensure continuity of operational issues handed over by the previous shift and take necessary action. 

Capture all major highlights and constraints experienced during the shift in the log sheet in detail for the following shift.

Inspection of Plant Equipment

Carries out regular, detailed routine inspection rounds of all rotating and static equipment used in operations such as electric motors, gas and steam driven turbines, pumps and compressors, towers, vessels and heat exchangers etc. to ensure accurate and proper functioning of each item independently and in synchronization with other equipment

Operational Adjustments:

Called upon to troubleshoot complex problems and provide guidance to other operators on how to resolve issues in the field, such as issue with a heat exchanger, (critical components that are used to transfer heat between different process stream, the crude oil and the cooling water)

Inspect the heat exchanger for any signs of damage, such as leaks, fouling, or corrosion. They may also need to check the condition of the tubes, the baffles, and the seals.

Use diagnostic tools for heat exchanger such as thermometers, pressure gauges, flow meters, and vibration sensors, to identify any abnormalities in the performance of the heat exchanger.

 Additional training and experience in root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques to analyse the data collected from the diagnostic tools and compare it with the normal operating parameters to identify the root cause of the problem.

Develop a solution: Once the root cause of the problem has been identified, the senior field operator may need to develop a solution to fix the issue.

Coordinates with the Panel Operator and carries out outdoor (field) operational adjustments of a variety of valves and switches controlling fluid/gas flow rates, levels, pressure, temperature, and chemicals. 

Controls and adjusts chemical injection dosage.

Monitors to ensure chemical inventory levels are maintained as per standard.

Data Collection

Records field data on a regular basis by reading the gauges and instruments located on plant equipment in the assigned area.

 Logs and shares findings with the Panel Operator in case of significant deviations from the standard operating conditions.

Collects product samples and send it for laboratory analysis as per SOPs.  

May be responsible for ensuring that all documentation related to field operations is accurate and up-to-date including maintaining logbooks, updating procedures, and recording maintenance activities.

Start-up, Shutdown & Emergencies

Carries out required activities as directed by the Panel Operator and Shift Team Leader during shutdown and start-up activities.

Facilitate the shutdown and start-up for turnaround, maintenance, and inspection purposes with adherence to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

Provides support during emergency situations as per the SOPs and instructions from Shift Team Leader and Panel Operator.

May be responsible for making critical decisions related to plant operations, emergency response, and safety

 Maintenance Work Preparation

Facilitates in providing a safe working environment for maintenance work in the process area by isolation, depressurization and draining of equipment.

Ensure staff working in assigned process areas adheres to Permit to Work (PTW) conditions.

Follow up progress and completion of maintenance work.

Performs minor maintenance work such as greasing, coupler gasket and O – ring replacement, painting, bolt tightening, lube oil replacement or topping up etc.

Operations Housekeeping

Ensures proper housekeeping and basic equipment care in the assigned areas.

Operation of forklift:

 Operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, machines and loading docks, into railroad cars or trucks or storage facilities.

Use and operate forklift truck according the safe and operational procedures which it was designed in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications.

 Obtains copy of production schedule or shipping order and transports material or equipment to and from designated areas in the facility

 Loading and unloading goods from vehicles such as trucks or aircraft

Moving goods packed on pallets or in crates around the storage facility

Stacking goods in the correct storage bays, following inventory control instructions

Checking loads are secure

 Stacking empty pallets

Performing daily equipment checks such as recharging the truck’s battery and lubricating equipment

 Removing machine attachments and waste material from machines

 Examining products to verify conformance to quality standards

Dumping materials into machine hoppers.

Key interactions
Internal: Operators, Shift Team Leader, Maintenance Coordinator, Process Trainer, Technical Services Department, Engineer production,
External: Contractors
Notable Working Conditions. Field Operations. Moderate to intensive computer screen use. Shift schedule
Education requirements    •    Minimum Qualifications for this position is a Diploma in Engineering or similar.
Language requirements      Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required) | Arabic – Native (desirable)

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