Job objective

The Production Technician is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the production plant under the supervision of the Production Supervisor / Production Lead

The Production Technician is responsible to the Production Supervisor / Production Lead for:

• Starting up and operation of the following systems as required by the Production Supervisor / Production Lead
  • Oil Production System;
  • Chemical Injections System;
  • Produced Water System;
  • Drains System;
  • Service Systems;
  • Nitrogen System;
  • Gas Compression system;
  • Gas Dehydration Unit;
  • Fuel Gas System;
  • Water Injection System; and
  • Utilities.
• Making adjustments to well production/well streams with client consent.
• Monitoring the correct function of process equipment and instrumentation.
• Communicating deficiencies to the Production Supervisor / Production Lead.
• Being conversant with company policies and procedures applicable to the work and perform tasks in a safe and responsible manner.
• Carrying out laboratory duties i.e. BS & W samples, analysis of produced water and operate chemical injection pumps.
• Handling and storing chemicals in a safe manner together with stock control of bulk and laboratory chemicals.
• Adjusting chemical injection pumps, to the optimum operational and cost effective injection rates.
• Ensuring correct plant readings are recorded and documented.
• Ensuring proper, verbal and written, handover during shift change and end of trip.
• Providing Control Room Operations support as directed by the Line Manager.
• Ensuring continuous compliance with the company competency assessment procedure.
• Performing duties within capabilities as directed by the Line Manager.
• Stand in as Production Supervisor / Production Lead as required.
• Any other duties including housekeeping as directed by the Line Manager.
• Application of mechanical isolations in accordance with electronic permit to work system.
• Performing first line maintenance activities as directed and in accordance with the maintenance management system.
• Compliance with and commitment to;
  • Corporate Management System;
  • Operational Safety case;
  • Operational procedures and manuals;
  • Company Policies and Procedures;
  • Environmental Management System; and
  • Competency Scheme.
• Performing tasks in a safe and efficient manner.

Safety and Environmental Critical Activities

• DCS/Fire and Gas/ESD Systems.
• Chemical Handling.
• Operating process plant.
• Isolation of Plant and Equipment.
• Acting as a nominated delegated Area Authority when required.

Emergency Response Duties

• Offshore Lifeboat Coxswain.
• Offshore Emergency Response Team Member.

Education & Experience

Qualifications    

• Combined Offshore Survival, Fire Fighting and HUET Certificate
• MIST / IMIST
• Oil & Gas UK Offshore Medical Certificate
• Oil & Gas UK Certificate of Fitness to Participate in Emergency Response Team Duties
• Approved Awarding Body Certificate in Process Operations or experience

Experience        

• Offshore production or onshore petrochemical plants