Plant Operator - Process Operations
Posted date [2026-06-28]
(ID: 47162)
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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 Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Operations-Plant Management
Experience: Minimum 4 years in plant operations within a large oil and gas industrial plant
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Plant Operator - Process Operations in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates is an Oil and Energy hiring opportunity focused on safe plant operation, process monitoring, equipment checks, start-up and shutdown support, chemical handling, permit coordination, and HSE-compliant field execution. This role supports continuous plant availability by operating assigned process facilities according to standard operating procedures, monitoring equipment performance, reporting abnormalities, and ensuring all work is completed safely and efficiently.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Abu Dhabi Emirate
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Operations-Plant Management
Salary: 12000-18000
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
Role Context
The Plant Operator - Process Operations will carry out daily operational duties across assigned plant areas to support production continuity, equipment reliability, and safe process control. The role requires close attention to pressures, temperatures, flow rates, equipment condition, chemical preparation, permit requirements, and contractor activities. By following procedures, communicating clearly with supervisors, and responding correctly during emergencies, the position helps maintain operational stability and supports ADNOC’s safety, quality, and environmental standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate and monitor assigned process plant, machinery, equipment, and facilities in line with approved operating procedures.
* Carry out daily operational tasks safely and according to Standard Operating Procedures and company HSE requirements.
* Perform routine checks on equipment and plant conditions to identify abnormalities, defects, leaks, unsafe conditions, or performance issues.
* Report equipment defects and abnormal observations to the reporting supervisor for timely servicing, maintenance, or corrective action.
* Adjust and monitor operating parameters such as speed, temperature, pressure, and flow rate to support stable process performance.
* Support safe and effective shutdown and start-up operations by following instructions, procedures, and plant readiness requirements.
* Prepare plant and equipment for maintenance to ensure isolation, safety, proper functioning, and coordination with related systems.
* Receive chemicals, maintain stock and consumption registers, and prepare chemical batches required for process operations.
* Ensure chemical handling, storage, preparation, and usage follow approved procedures and HSE rules.
* Operate related machinery and equipment safely, efficiently, and according to company standards and operational instructions.
* Follow all relevant safety, quality, and environmental management policies, procedures, and controls.
* Support employee safety, legislative compliance, responsible environmental practices, and delivery of high-quality operational service.
* Obtain work permits, follow ongoing jobs, and monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with safety regulations and procedures.
* Coordinate with supervisors and maintenance teams during ongoing plant work, equipment servicing, and field activities.
* Carry out duties as Auxiliary Fireman or Site Safety Officer during emergencies when required under the Facility Response Plan.
* Communicate clearly with the supervisor and follow instructions to complete assigned duties safely and efficiently.
* Prepare key performance indicator checklists and operational commitment updates for management review.
* Maintain awareness of plant conditions, field risks, operational changes, and emergency response requirements during each shift.
* Support smooth handover by sharing accurate updates on plant status, ongoing work, equipment concerns, and pending operational matters.
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 in the Oil and Energy sector.
* Practical experience operating process plant equipment, monitoring field parameters, and supporting start-up or shutdown activities.
* Good understanding of Standard Operating Procedures, HSE rules, permit-to-work systems, and plant safety practices.
* Able to identify abnormal equipment conditions and report defects clearly for maintenance follow-up.
* Experience handling chemicals, maintaining stock or consumption registers, and preparing process chemical batches is an advantage.
* Familiar with plant equipment preparation for maintenance, contractor activity monitoring, and safe field coordination.
* Able to respond to emergency requirements and support auxiliary fire or site safety duties when required.
* Strong awareness of quality, environmental, and safety standards in oil and gas operations.
* Good communication skills with the ability to follow supervisor instructions and work effectively within shift teams.
* Reliable, alert, and disciplined with strong attention to operating parameters, field checks, and safety details.
* Comfortable working in plant environments and supporting operational needs across assigned facilities.
Skills Set
* Process plant operations
* Plant monitoring
* Oil and gas operations
* Standard Operating Procedures
* HSE compliance
* Equipment inspection
* Routine field checks
* Defect reporting
* Start-up operations
* Shutdown operations
* Pressure monitoring
* Temperature monitoring
* Flow rate monitoring
* Speed adjustment
* Chemical handling
* Chemical batch preparation
* Stock register maintenance
* Consumption register maintenance
* Permit to work
* Contractor monitoring
* Plant maintenance preparation
* Machinery operation
* Equipment operation
* Safety procedures
* Quality compliance
* Environmental compliance
* Emergency response
* Auxiliary fire support
* Site safety support
* KPI checklist preparation
* Shift communication
Why Join Us
This opportunity is well suited for a disciplined plant operations professional who wants to support safe and reliable Oil and Energy production in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates. The role offers exposure to large-scale process operations, equipment monitoring, chemical handling, permit coordination, shutdown and start-up support, and emergency response readiness. It is a strong career step for someone who values safety, operational accuracy, teamwork, and steady performance in an industrial plant environment.
About the Company
ADNOC Group is a leading energy company headquartered in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, with operations across the full oil and gas value chain. The group plays a major role in energy production, industrial development, and long-term economic growth for the UAE. Through its operating assets and technical divisions, ADNOC Group provides opportunities for professionals to contribute to safe, reliable, and efficient Oil and Energy operations where plant performance, HSE discipline, and operational excellence are essential.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Plant Operator - Process Operations will carry out daily operational duties across assigned plant areas to support production continuity, equipment reliability, and safe process control. The role requires close attention to pressures, temperatures, flow rates, equipment condition, chemical preparation, permit requirements, and contractor activities. By following procedures, communicating clearly with supervisors, and responding correctly during emergencies, the position helps maintain operational stability and supports ADNOC’s safety, quality, and environmental standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate and monitor assigned process plant, machinery, equipment, and facilities in line with approved operating procedures.
* Carry out daily operational tasks safely and according to Standard Operating Procedures and company HSE requirements.
* Perform routine checks on equipment and plant conditions to identify abnormalities, defects, leaks, unsafe conditions, or performance issues.
* Report equipment defects and abnormal observations to the reporting supervisor for timely servicing, maintenance, or corrective action.
* Adjust and monitor operating parameters such as speed, temperature, pressure, and flow rate to support stable process performance.
* Support safe and effective shutdown and start-up operations by following instructions, procedures, and plant readiness requirements.
* Prepare plant and equipment for maintenance to ensure isolation, safety, proper functioning, and coordination with related systems.
* Receive chemicals, maintain stock and consumption registers, and prepare chemical batches required for process operations.
* Ensure chemical handling, storage, preparation, and usage follow approved procedures and HSE rules.
* Operate related machinery and equipment safely, efficiently, and according to company standards and operational instructions.
* Follow all relevant safety, quality, and environmental management policies, procedures, and controls.
* Support employee safety, legislative compliance, responsible environmental practices, and delivery of high-quality operational service.
* Obtain work permits, follow ongoing jobs, and monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with safety regulations and procedures.
* Coordinate with supervisors and maintenance teams during ongoing plant work, equipment servicing, and field activities.
* Carry out duties as Auxiliary Fireman or Site Safety Officer during emergencies when required under the Facility Response Plan.
* Communicate clearly with the supervisor and follow instructions to complete assigned duties safely and efficiently.
* Prepare key performance indicator checklists and operational commitment updates for management review.
* Maintain awareness of plant conditions, field risks, operational changes, and emergency response requirements during each shift.
* Support smooth handover by sharing accurate updates on plant status, ongoing work, equipment concerns, and pending operational matters.
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 in the Oil and Energy sector.
* Practical experience operating process plant equipment, monitoring field parameters, and supporting start-up or shutdown activities.
* Good understanding of Standard Operating Procedures, HSE rules, permit-to-work systems, and plant safety practices.
* Able to identify abnormal equipment conditions and report defects clearly for maintenance follow-up.
* Experience handling chemicals, maintaining stock or consumption registers, and preparing process chemical batches is an advantage.
* Familiar with plant equipment preparation for maintenance, contractor activity monitoring, and safe field coordination.
* Able to respond to emergency requirements and support auxiliary fire or site safety duties when required.
* Strong awareness of quality, environmental, and safety standards in oil and gas operations.
* Good communication skills with the ability to follow supervisor instructions and work effectively within shift teams.
* Reliable, alert, and disciplined with strong attention to operating parameters, field checks, and safety details.
* Comfortable working in plant environments and supporting operational needs across assigned facilities.
Skills Set
* Process plant operations
* Plant monitoring
* Oil and gas operations
* Standard Operating Procedures
* HSE compliance
* Equipment inspection
* Routine field checks
* Defect reporting
* Start-up operations
* Shutdown operations
* Pressure monitoring
* Temperature monitoring
* Flow rate monitoring
* Speed adjustment
* Chemical handling
* Chemical batch preparation
* Stock register maintenance
* Consumption register maintenance
* Permit to work
* Contractor monitoring
* Plant maintenance preparation
* Machinery operation
* Equipment operation
* Safety procedures
* Quality compliance
* Environmental compliance
* Emergency response
* Auxiliary fire support
* Site safety support
* KPI checklist preparation
* Shift communication
Why Join Us
This opportunity is well suited for a disciplined plant operations professional who wants to support safe and reliable Oil and Energy production in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates. The role offers exposure to large-scale process operations, equipment monitoring, chemical handling, permit coordination, shutdown and start-up support, and emergency response readiness. It is a strong career step for someone who values safety, operational accuracy, teamwork, and steady performance in an industrial plant environment.
About the Company
ADNOC Group is a leading energy company headquartered in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, with operations across the full oil and gas value chain. The group plays a major role in energy production, industrial development, and long-term economic growth for the UAE. Through its operating assets and technical divisions, ADNOC Group provides opportunities for professionals to contribute to safe, reliable, and efficient Oil and Energy operations where plant performance, HSE discipline, and operational excellence are essential.
