The posting
Job Title: Field Operator
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Department: Production Operations
Job Purpose:
Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of power and water desalination plant facilities, ensuring compliance with safety rules, environmental standards, and operational procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate and monitor field equipment to maintain plant performance.
- Carry out inspections, adjustments, and routine operational tasks.
- Apply isolations and act as Designated Person under safety rules.
- Record readings, report abnormalities, and support Control Room Engineer/Shift Manager.
- Ensure compliance with HSE policies, safe practices, and environmental requirements.
- Perform handovers, assist in emergency situations, and support cross-training activities.
Requirements:
- Diploma/Degree/Technical qualification (Mechanical or Electrical).
- 3+ years experience in Power & Desalination Plant operations.
- Experience in mechanical/electrical isolations (Designated Person role).
- Knowledge of P&IDs, SLDs, and plant operating procedures.
- Good English communication (Arabic an advantage).
- Physically fit for shift work in a plant environment.
Offer:
- Long-term role in a hazardous plant environment.
- Competitive salary, benefits, and training opportunities.



