Operates, monitors and controls plant facilities in his area of responsibility in accordance with supervisory instructions and in conformity to standard operating procedures. Principal Accountabilities: a.) Monitors control panels or on site instruments in accordance with standard plant operating procedures and instructions, thus ensuring a continuous check on the efficient running of the plant and equipment in his assigned area. b.) Operates equipment and facilities in accordance with instructions from his supervisor, takes immediate action in case of any abnormal function, disturbance or alarm either by adjusting process parameters in accordance with standard operating procedures or by referring to Senior Operator. c.) Shuts down the plant partially or totally in case of emergency, and starts it up again in accordance with instructions from higher authority. d.) Logs operating incidents occurring during shift for records and for counterpart on the next shift, and discusses incidents with his supervisor. e.) Leads fire fighting operations in his area until taken over by high authority. f.) Conducts other similar or related duties such as carrying out fuel oil make-up and injections and ensures proper safety methods are adopted while handling them. g.) Ensures proper/safe housekeeping after completion of any maintenance job keeping work area clean, tidy and safe to work. h.) Looks for any modification/improvement in the system design to increase productivity/safe operation. i.) Prepares equipment while handing over for any maintenance activities, keeping equipment as well as personnel safety in mind. j.) Provides assistance during any maintenance activity so that the maintenance crew is fully aware of their working environment. k.) Gives orientation and guidance to new trainees/UAE Nationals. l.) Carry out the job function in accordance with HSE commitment and policy to achieve strategic objectives and targets stipulated in COMPANY HSE management system document. Desired Candidate Profile Minimum Requirements: a.) Completion of Secondary technical education (12 years) + specialized plant operator training equivalent to 6 to 9 months full-time. b.) 4 years experience of Process Operation in the oil or petrochemical industry. c.) Good knowledge of English.