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Field Operator

JubailRemoteFull-time

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Field Operator at Air Products PLC Branch in Jubail, Saudi Arabia, responsible for operating a Steam Methane Reformer-based hydrogen plant, ensuring safety and environmental compliance, monitoring process variables, conducting field rounds, executing startup/shutdown sequences, and maintaining customer communications.

About this role

At Air Products, we reimagine what’s possible. By tapping into the motivation of our people and our collective experience, we create the ideas and innovations that drive us forward. When we come together – where every voice is heard and everyone knows they belong and matter – we create solutions that launch people into space, support lifesaving care in hospitals, and enable the construction of groundbreaking, world scale production facilities.


Reimagine What’s Possible 



Principal Accountabilities:

Safety, Health & Environment

  • Maintain a safe& stableenvironment. Demonstrate leadership with allCompany &Industry safe work processes to prevent all injuries.Ensure proper documentation is maintained for safety related activities.

  • Strictly adhere to all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements, Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) procedures, permit-to-work systems (Hot Work, Confined Space Entry), and safe work practices.

  • Participate in and understand Process Hazard Analyses (PHA). Monitor andmaintainsafety-critical equipment and interlocks.Ensure compliance with process safety, MOC’s, and OPHR requirements.

  • Be a certified first responder for plant emergencies, including firefighting, gas leaks, and emergency shutdowns (ESD). Operate firewater monitors and other emergency equipment.

  • Ensure all operationscomply withenvironmental permits.Prevent andcontainchemical spills.Maintain constant vigilance for hazards.

  • Ensure the safety of all operations personnel byutilizingthe BHIG Basic Safety Practice program

Technical &Operations

  • Operate the Steam Methane Reformerbasedhydrogen plant with CO2 Removal section & CO2 compression,PSAwith Tail Gas compression,Membrane Unitand relatedutilitiesas prescribed bythe Work Instruction Procedures

  • Operate the pipeline network to supply Hydrogen,steamand CO2 to customers’ pipelines safely and efficiently.

  • Ensure BHIG standards, and global best practices for EH&S,productivity, reliability, quality, and overall customer services are met.

  • Meet the customer’s requirementsregardingsafety, reliability, product quality, and flexibilityregardingproduct supply.Maintain customer communications and relationships at the ‘field’ level, ensuring customer demand rates are satisfied while maximizing the efficiency and profitability of the facility.

  • Follow the Site Work Instruction Manuals forproduction & supplyofProductH2, CO2 & Steam along with other operating and maintenance procedures and checklists to meet the customer’s satisfaction with safety, reliability, product quality, and flexibility of product supply while compliance with requirements.

  • Constantlymonitorall process variables (flows, temperatures, pressures, levels, analytical values)by regular field rounds.Conduct detailed andtimelyfield rounds to inspect all equipment using sight, sound, smelland bymonitoringlocal gauges and indicators. Make local adjustments to valves, dampers, and controllers asrequiredtomaintainprocess parameters within defined limits.Collect routine process samples from designated points.

  • Execute the detailed start up sequence for the entire plant or individual units/loopsforma cold condition, warmconditionor hot stand by condition, ensuring a smooth & safe transition to full load normal operations.Assistin the commissioning activities of the facility. Activelyparticipatein plant startup and shutdown sequences as per detailed procedures.

  • Maintain constant communication withDCSOperator& Shift Supervisor, providing instructions for equipment adjustments,isolationsand rounds.

  • Liaise with the maintenance team to co-ordinate equipment preparation for maintenance (isolation, purging & blinding) and safe taking equipment back inline.

  • Conduct detailed andaccurateshift handovers with incoming operators, highlighting any abnormalities, ongoingworkand special instruction.

  • Maintainaccurateandtimelylogs of operating parameters, significanteventsand production data.Fully accountable to ensure his logsareaccurate.

  • Identifythe root cause of process deviations and equipment malfunction. Work with engineers to implement long-term solutions.

  • Suggest andparticipatein operational improvements and de-bottlenecking projects to enhance safety,reliabilityand profitability.

  • Ensure compliancewithall CM, PM tasks& Environmental Regulatory requirements.

  • Support and prepare for Shutdown Planning and Turnaround Planning.

  • Provide coaching and motivationwiththenewjoiner’sfieldoperators.

  • Provide operations support and participate in investigationsand Root Cause Analysistoidentify& implementsustainable corrective actions.

  • Execute other duties as assigned by reporting managers ina timelyand efficient manner.Execute operating directives from the Panel Operator tooptimizeplant performance.

MinimumRequirementsandQualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in chemical, Mechanical, or Chemical Process Operationswith5years’ experiencepreferred. An Associate Technical Degree (2-year certificate) will be considered based on years of experience and competence.

  • Experience inField Operation,withminimumof 5yearsin SMR based Hydrogen or Ammonia or Methanol or Syngas plantasFieldOperator.

  • Strong understanding of SMRprocess, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, furnaces, and rotating equipment (especially compressors).Strong mechanical aptitude and practical troubleshooting skills.

  • Wide technical knowledge in operations, engineering, and maintenance activities

  • Ability tomaintainhighlevel of awareness and make sound decisions under pressure.Strong problem solving and diagnostic abilities.

  • Clear,conciseand effective verbal and written communication.Proficiencyin English speaking and writing.Able to communicate between operations and maintenance teams.

  • A strong commitment to employee involvement, teambuildingand diversity.



Founded in 1940, Air Products is a world-leading industrial gases company and has a proud history of innovation, operational excellence, with an unwavering commitment to safety and environmental stewardship. Working together, we are taking our passion and diverse backgrounds forward to reimagine what’s possible and generate a cleaner future for our customers, our communities, and the world.

Skills

BHIG Basic Safety PracticeCO2 Removal And CompressionDCS (Distributed Control System)Emergency Shutdown (ESD)Firewater MonitorsHeat ExchangersHydrogen Plant OperationsLockout-Tagout (LOTO)Mechanical AptitudeMembrane Unit OperationPermit-to-work SystemsPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)Pressure VesselsProcess Hazard Analysis (PHA)PSA (Pressure Swing Adsorption)Root Cause AnalysisSteam Methane Reformer (SMR)Troubleshooting CompressorsTurnaround PlanningWork Instruction Manuals

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