Senior Production Operator

About the role

Madre Integrated Engineering is hiring a Senior Production Operator in Doha within the oil and gas sector. The role covers operating and monitoring process plant equipment and controlling plant operations through DCS/SCADA systems.

Key responsibilities

• Operate and monitor process plant equipment including separators, compressors, pumps, utilities and associated systems.
• Monitor and control plant operations through DCS/SCADA systems.
• Perform routine field inspections and report process or equipment abnormalities.
• Execute plant start-up, shutdown and troubleshooting activities in accordance with approved procedures.
• Ensure compliance with Permit to Work (PTW), isolation and HSE requirements.
• Coordinate with Maintenance and Operations teams during routine and shutdown activities.
• Maintain accurate shift logs, operational records and handover reports, and respond to process upsets and emergencies.

Required profile

• Diploma in Process Operations, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical qualification.
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in oil and gas production operations.
• Minimum 5 years as a Production Operator in offshore or onshore hydrocarbon processing facilities.
• Experience with process plants, separators, gas compression systems, utilities, water injection and export facilities.
• Good command of English, written and spoken.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of DCS/SCADA systems and process monitoring.
• Familiarity with PTW, isolation procedures, emergency response and HSE requirements.
• Valid OPITO BOSIET/HUET and H2S certifications preferred for offshore assignments.