Job description:

JOB PURPOSE:

To perform all aspects of the operation of the desalination plant in order to achieve safe and optimum operation of the steam turbines, evaporators, sea water pumps and all associated ancillary equipment ensuring maximum power generation and production of potable and distilled water within designated quality standards.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Strictly follows all safety procedures and adheres to PPE requirements in carrying out all his responsibilities. Ensures that all personnel adhere to PPE.
Ensures all maintenance work in his area of responsibility conforms to PTW and EHS requirements.
Acts upon verbal instructions from Desal Supervisor/Control Room in terms of production/steam turbine output and changes in priority to be effected during the shift.
Monitors and records routine data manually and using e-log data logger. Logs data promptly and accurately so that meaningful results may be derived and deviations highlighted to Desal Supervisor/ Control Room.
Performs routine checks for both safety and operational condition of equipment and controls. Logs results of checks and reports malfunctions or faults to the DCR.
Performs other activities based on instructions or after consultation with Desal supervisor/Control room.
Charges chemicals to the appropriate concentration and monitors dosing rates; makes adjustments as required or instructed.
Maintains equipment and work area in a clean and safe condition at all times.
Applies the relevant Standard Operating and Emergency Procedures in demanding circumstances.
Liaises and acts with his Supervisor according to the procedures during plant emergency and restores the plant to its normal condition.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

Minimum Qualifications:

Higher Secondary School Certificate.

Minimum Experience:

4 years in a Desalination Plant.
2 years’ work experience as Desalination Operator (PG7) or equivalent experience gained working in a similar industry.

Skills:

Achieved competencies in all areas except DCR operation.
English language skills (to prepare and complete shift reports. Intermediate 3 or equivalent level).
Communication Skills.
Basic numeracy (e.g. concentration, percentage, unit conversion, rate calculations etc.).
Ability to understand single line diagram.
IT skills.
Problem solving skills.
Planning and organizing skills.
Communication skills.
Interpersonal skills
Teamwork skills.

Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA)

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