Oxygen Plant Operator

Job Summary: 

The Oxygen Plant Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining oxygen production equipment to ensure the continuous and efficient supply of medical-grade oxygen. The Operator is also responsible to control fractionating columns, compressors, purifying towers, heat exchangers, and related equipment to extract nitrogen and oxygen from air for industrial and therapeutic use. The incumbent is expected to turn valves in specified sequence to control flow of air through series of units that compress and liquefy it, remove carbon dioxide and impurities, and separate resulting product into nitrogen and oxygen.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Observes pressure, temperature, level, and flow gauges to ensure standard operation;

• Opens valves to transfer liquid or gaseous oxygen through heat exchanger to cool air, to heat and vaporize liquid oxygen, and to store gaseous or liquid oxygen in storage tanks at specified temperature and pressure;

• Tests oxygen for purity and moisture content at various stages of process, using burette and moisture meter;

• Turns valves to transfer compressed oxygen to storage cylinders;

• Cleans and repairs equipment, such as replacing defective valves and removing carbon from valves, using hand tools and air hose; 

• Opens valves to convey hot nitrogen through alternate batteries of driers to remove moisture;

• Cleans and refills drier with activated alumina;

• Operates equipment to extract, compress, and liquefy hydrogen from natural gas; 

• Monitors equipment performance, adjusting settings as needed and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standard; and ensure optimal operation;

• Adjusts equipment according to test results& process; 

• Records gauge readings and test results;

• Conducts regular inspections and maintenance of equipment; 

• Handles troubleshoot equipment issues and performs repairs as needed;

• Ensures compliance with safety and quality standards;

• Maintains accurate records of equipment performance and maintenance activities;

• Coordinates with other team members to ensure the continuous supply of oxygen;

• Submits periodic reports to immediate supervisor;

• Performs similar activities as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Qualification and Experience:

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Eclectic Electronic with a minimum of 7 years work experience out of 5 years direct work experience in oxygen plant industries.

Competencies:

• Proven expertise in working with oxygen production equipment or similar industrial machinery

• In-depth experience of controlling operations of oxygen plant system

• Software knowledge and skills related to oxygen Operations

• Knowledge of safety procedures and regulations related to oxygen production

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills

• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills

How To Apply

Applicants who meet the above-mentioned minimum requirements can submit non-returnable applica­tions letter, CV and relevant supporting documents in a word or PDF file within 7 consecutive days to the following emailaddress:  recruitment@ammarsgroup.comApplicants should indicate the position they are applying on their email subject.  More information on the job positions can be found on the company website at www.ammarsgroup.com.