Job Description
i. Responsible for the safe and efficient operations of the plant during his shift.
ii. Coordinate with the Operations Manager, Plant Engineer (Operation), Shift Supervisor and other departments of this plant.
iii. Operates the generating units in manual as well as automatic modes. Starts and stops generators and connects and disconnects them from circuits
iv. Monitors equipment that regulate the flow of electricity from the power plant.
v. Operate and monitors equipment in substation.
vi. Keep the higher management informed of any unusual incident.
vii. Create generation reports.
viii. Make periodic rounds of power plant observing conditions, notes abnormal conditions and takes corrective actions.
ix. Anticipates changes in power needs and analyses data or information
x. Trains and supervises the work of subordinate staff.
xi. Writes daily log for operational activities.
xii. Handles emergencies by effective coordination, team work and prudent decisions.
xiii. Complies with all EHS policies and procedures as developed and implemented at site in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
xiv. Any other duty assigned by the Operations Manager / Plant Engineer (Operations).
xv. Understand OH&S risks / hazards and environmental / legislative aspects / impacts to related to work activities.
Job Specification
To perform this position successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
1st class Boiler competency certificates or equivalent, and at least five years experience in similar capacity in relevant industry or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.