Production Technician

Job Description

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

Result areas

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
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. 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 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
Competency Scheme
Performing tasks in a safe and efficient manner.

Safety and Environmental Critical Activities

DCS/Fire and Gas/ESD Systems
Chemical Handling
Sampling
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

We are looking for an experience Production Technician for the AM working a 3 on 4 off rota

Desired Qualities / Qualifications

Combined Offshore Survival, Fire Fighting and HUET Certificate

MIST / IMIST
Oil & Gas UK Offshore Medical Certificate
Approved Awarding Body Certificate in Process Operations or experience
Oil & Gas UK Certificate of Fitness to Participate in Emergency Response Team Duties

Experience

Offshore production or onshore petrochemical plants