Senior Gypsum Operator

Job Description:

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Operational Parameters: Review the history of operational parameters around the clock and take appropriate action to meet the operational standards.
2. Control Operations: Control the operation of the plant and equipment to comply with all EHS standards.
3. Budget Compliance: Expected to operate the plant to meet budgeted rates and quality requirements.
4. Operating Procedures: Review current work procedures and develop new work procedures and instructions in order to serve as a guideline for field operators.
5. Reports on Operational Performance: Monitor and report to supervisors the operational performance of the process to ensure continuous, smooth and uninterrupted operations.
6. Continuous Improvement: Make suggestions for the improvement of plant operations and/or procedures.
7. Shut-down and Start-Up: Ensure all actions are taken for the safe shutdown and start-up in specific areas of the plant in line with standard operating procedures.
8. Work Permits: Take necessary actions to facilitate the authorization of work permits to work in the field specifying conditions to work safely and ensure compliance thereof (e.g. ensure equipment and process streams are isolated).
9. Inspection of Field: Undertake physical inspections in the field to ensure operational equipment is in good working condition.
10. Maintenance Work Orders: Follow up maintenance work orders and coordinate with other departments to ensure maintenance jobs are completed on time.
11. Training: Provide on-the-job training for Field Operator 1 and Field Operator 2 Trainee to ensure they are performing to minimum performance standards.
12. Housekeeping: Personally responsible and accountable for maintaining and cleaning the workplace at all times to avoid accidents and/or personal injuries.
13. Health, Safety and Environment: Take appropriate actions to meet health, safety guidelines and regulations and environmental conditions within acceptable norms and standards.
14. Reporting: Writes and submits reports to Shift Supervisor regarding operational, plant equipment, and maintenance requirements.

Skills

1. Effective leadership skills
2. Planning and scheduling skills
3. Proven track record of effectively managing resources (manpower).
4. Effective communication and listening skills.
5. Strong work ethic and adherence to company policies.
6. Good written and verbal skills in English required.
7. Self-starter with minimal supervision for routine activities.
8. Good computer skills in using Microsoft software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
9. Ability to work with diverse populations and foster a cooperative team environment.
10. Bi-lingual or multi-lingual is a plus.
11. International work experience in a remote camp environment.