ASU Operator

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Company Profile  
BHIG—Blue Hydrogen Industrial Gases is a regional development and investment joint venture (JV) between Saudi Aramco and Air Products Qudra “APQ”. Our company benefits from the combined strengths of two leading entities. BHIG is positioned to drive industrial innovation and operational excellence across Saudi Arabia and the region. BHIG focuses on supporting clean energy goals through low-carbon hydrogen production. 
Purpose  
The ASU Operator, is expected to perform Field and DCS operations of ASU - Air Separation Unit, and Common Area facility for the BHIG Company in Jubail, Saudi Arabia.
Nature & Scope  
The ASU Operator, reporting to the ASU Shift Supervisor, is expected to perform field and DCS operations without supervision of ASU and Common area that includes DM, CT and ancillary units. The Shift Operator will execute daily tasks which include preparing and implementing safety work permits, LOTO, complete operations preventative maintenance activities, and assist the maintenance and engineering teams in preparing and executing corrective maintenance activities.
ASU Operator will demonstrate an expert level of knowledge in specified skills areas and have multiple areas of responsibility. They will have a solid technical knowledge of the designated plant process with emphasis on professional development. Operator will be on shift independently and fully contributes a functioning member of the operations team. He will be required to focus on activities and/or roles such as Best Practice Coordinator or SWIM Coordinator and be able to write SWIMs, JSAs, etc. A Level 1 Operator is expected to take a leadership role in TAR / Outages / Start-ups. He will also be responsible for training new operators and participate in board reviews for level 2 and below. If needed, this level person is expected to help in startup and commissioning of new sites in the region as well as training the newly hired workforce. Within Operator Level 1, the operator is expected to gain/demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the listed systems by completing a task list.
Principal Accountabilities  
Safety:
-        Maintain a safe work environment. Demonstrate leadership with all company & industry safe work processes to prevent injuries. Ensure proper documentation is maintained for safety related activities.
Technical:
-        Operate the ASU and ancillary equipment including water treatment units as prescribed by the Work Instruction Procedures.
-        Operate the pipeline network to supply hydrogen, steam, and CO2 to the pipeline customers safely and efficiently.  The Pipeline operations team will be part of the overall operating team and will also manage the oxygen and nitrogen pipeline products.
-        Provide Operations support & guidance during the commissioning of the plant.  Maintain accurate document control and monitor quality assurance initiatives. 
-        Provide Operations guidance to ensure safety, reliability and maintainability of equipment, processes, utilities, and controls.
-        Manage plant production efficiently based on input provided from Plant Management and Plant Production Engineering to ensure safety and reliability targets are met to achieve maximum profitable.
-        Report shift production progress and plant status to the Shift Supervisor, providing operational solutions for shortfall areas.
-        Complete Safety Trainings. 
Operations:
-        Ensure the safety of all operations personnel by utilizing the BHIG Basic Safety Practice program, which includes Safety Work Permits, LOTO, Confined Space, etc.  The position facilitates planning, organizing, auditing, and follow-up, to build the BHIG safety culture.
-        Demonstrate 4S culture and practice it in day-to-day activities to maintain positive work environment.
-        Ensure compliance with process safety, MOC’s, and OPHR requirements.
-        Operate the facility insuring Environmental and Regulatory requirements are not exceeded.
-        Assist in the commissioning activities of the facility.
-        Ensure BHIG standards, and global best practices for EH&S, productivity, reliability, quality, and overall customer services are met.
-        Follow the Site Work Instruction Manuals for the ASU, and ancillary equipment units, along with adhering to other operating and maintenance procedures and checklists to meet the customer’s satisfaction on safety, reliability, product quality, and flexibility of product supply while in compliance of cont

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