Plant Operator - Process Operations
Posted date [2026-06-03]
(ID: 45976)
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Founded in 1971, ADNOC is a leading diversified energy group, wholly owned by the Abu Dhabi Government. Our network of fully integrated businesses operates across the energy value chain, helping us to responsibly meet the demands of an ever-changing energy market.
Already in the top tier of the lowest carbon intensity oil and gas producers in the world, we are taking significant steps to make today’s energy cleaner while investing in the clean energies of tomorrow, strengthening our position as a reliable and responsible global energy provider. We are allocating an initial $23 billion to advance and accelerate lower-carbon solutions, investing in new energies and decarbonization technologies to enable our net zero by 2045 ambition and our commitment to zero methane emissions by 2030. ... |
Job Description and Requirements
Plant Operator - Process OperationsJob Snapshot
Role: Plant Operator - Process Operations
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Operations-Plant Management
Experience: 4 years in plant operations within oil and gas or a large industrial plant
Job Type: Full-time
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Operations-Plant Management
Salary: 8000-12000
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Plant Operator - Process Operations in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates is an Oil and Energy hiring opportunity for an experienced field operations professional who can safely operate and monitor process plant facilities according to standard operating procedures, HSE controls, and production requirements. This role is suitable for candidates with hands-on exposure to plant equipment checks, process variable monitoring, chemical handling, work permit follow-up, contractor activity monitoring, emergency response duties, and safe plant housekeeping.
Role Context
The Plant Operator - Process Operations supports reliable daily plant performance by keeping process equipment under continuous observation, reporting abnormalities quickly, and helping supervisors maintain safe, stable, and compliant operating conditions. The position contributes to production continuity, maintenance readiness, safety performance, environmental responsibility, and operational discipline across assigned plant areas within a large oil and gas facility.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate and monitor assigned process plant equipment and facilities in line with approved operating procedures and company HSE standards.
* Carry out operational tasks safely, accurately, and according to standard operating procedures.
* Perform routine field checks to identify abnormalities, defects, leaks, unusual readings, unsafe conditions, or equipment performance concerns.
* Report equipment defects to the supervisor and coordinate follow-up actions for servicing, maintenance, or further inspection.
* Monitor and adjust process conditions including speeds, temperatures, pressures, and flow rates to support safe start-up, shutdown, and normal operations.
* Prepare plant equipment for maintenance by supporting isolation readiness, operational coordination, and synchronization with related equipment.
* Receive chemicals, maintain stock and consumption registers, and prepare chemical batches required for plant processes.
* Follow approved chemical handling procedures and comply with all relevant safety, environmental, and HSE rules.
* Operate related machinery and equipment safely and efficiently according to company standards and supervisor instructions.
* Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental management policies, procedures, and controls.
* Obtain work permits and monitor ongoing jobs in the assigned area to support safe job execution.
* Follow up contractor activities and verify adherence to permit conditions, safety regulations, and site procedures.
* Carry out assigned duties as Auxiliary Fireman or Site Safety Officer during emergencies when required under the facility response plan.
* Communicate effectively with the supervisor and follow operational instructions to complete duties safely and efficiently.
* Prepare KPI commitment checklists and operational updates for management review.
* Implement relevant functional policies, processes, systems, standards, and procedures to meet operational objectives.
* Support on-the-job training activities linked to competency-based training programs and UAE Nationalization requirements.
* Identify practical improvement opportunities in operating procedures, field practices, reporting, housekeeping, and work processes.
* Participate in emergency response duties as a team member when required.
* Keep the work area clean and organized before, during, and after operations in line with hygiene and housekeeping standards.
* Provide inputs for section progress reports, KPI checklists, and management information updates.
* Coordinate with line managers, peers, internal teams, consultants, third-party service providers, and government agencies when required.
Ideal Profile
* Technical Diploma in a relevant field or Secondary School Certificate.
* Minimum 4 years of experience in plant operations within a large industrial plant.
* Oil and gas industry experience is required.
* Practical knowledge of process plant operations, standard operating procedures, field monitoring, and safe equipment operation.
* Ability to conduct routine equipment checks and recognize abnormal conditions during plant rounds.
* Experience supporting start-up, shutdown, process adjustments, equipment preparation, and maintenance readiness activities.
* Understanding of work permit systems, contractor activity monitoring, and safe job follow-up in plant environments.
* Knowledge of chemical receiving, stock tracking, chemical batch preparation, and safe chemical handling practices.
* Awareness of HSE procedures, emergency response requirements, environmental controls, and housekeeping standards.
* Ability to support Auxiliary Fireman or Site Safety Officer duties during emergency situations when assigned.
* Strong communication, observation, teamwork, discipline, and instruction-following skills.
* Ability to work mainly in an A/C environment with occasional exposure to heat, humidity, dust, and outdoor plant conditions.
Skills Set
* Process plant operations
* Plant monitoring
* Field operations
* Oil and gas operations
* Standard operating procedures
* Equipment surveillance
* Equipment defect reporting
* Process variable monitoring
* Pressure monitoring
* Temperature monitoring
* Flow rate monitoring
* Speed adjustment
* Start-up support
* Shutdown support
* Equipment preparation
* Chemical handling
* Chemical batch preparation
* Stock and consumption registers
* Work permits
* Contractor monitoring
* Machinery operation
* HSE compliance
* Emergency response
* Auxiliary fireman duties
* Site safety support
* Facility response plan
* Housekeeping
* KPI checklists
* Section reporting
* Competency-based training
* ADNOC Code of Practices
Why Join Us
This role gives plant operations professionals a strong opportunity to build long-term experience in Abu Dhabi’s Oil and Energy sector while working in a safety-focused process plant environment. The position offers practical exposure to equipment monitoring, field operations, permit control, chemical handling, emergency response, and operational reporting within a disciplined industrial setting where reliability, HSE compliance, and continuous improvement are essential.
About the Company
ADNOC Group is a leading UAE energy organization operating across exploration, production, refining, storage, distribution, petrochemicals, and gas infrastructure. Based in Abu Dhabi, the group supports the UAE’s energy growth through safe operations, technical capability, sustainability, innovation, and reliable delivery of critical energy services.
