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Field Operator

Caliberly


Job Location:

Lambaréné - Gabon

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 18 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 15 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

FIELD OPERATOR
Position Title

Field Operator / Field Engineer SCGT Plant

Department

Operations

Reporting To

Shift In-Charge / CRO (functionally)

Role Objective

To execute and monitor field-level operation of equipment and auxiliaries ensuring safe reliable plant operation and supporting the CRO during all operational activities.

Key Responsibilities
A. Field Equipment Operation
  • Operate and monitor:
    • Pumps compressors valves
    • Cooling water systems
    • Lube oil systems
    • Air intake & filtration systems
  • Perform:
    • Local start/stop of equipment
B. Fuel System Handling (Critical for Dual Fuel)
  • Monitor:
    • Gas pressure & filtration systems
    • HSD storage transfer and forwarding systems
  • Operate:
    • Fuel pumps heaters strainers
  • Ensure:
    • No leakage / contamination
  • Assist in fuel changeover operations
C. GT Auxiliary Systems
  • Check:
    • Lube oil levels pressures temperatures
    • Vibration & abnormal noise
  • Inspect:
    • Hydraulic systems
    • Cooling systems
D. Patrol & Inspection
  • Conduct:
    • Routine plant rounds
  • Identify:
    • Leakages (oil gas water)
    • Abnormal vibrations / temperatures
  • Report deviations immediately to CRO
E. Maintenance Support
  • Assist maintenance team during:
    • Shutdowns
    • Breakdown maintenance
  • Ensure proper isolation (LOTO) before maintenance
F. Safety & Compliance
  • Follow:
    • Permit to Work (PTW)
    • LOTO procedures
  • Ensure:
    • Fire safety readiness (especially fuel systems)
  • Handle:
    • Emergency situations (fire leaks)
G. Housekeeping
  • Maintain:
    • Clean and safe plant conditions
  • Ensure:
    • No oil spills / hazards
Key Systems Handled
  • Pumps compressors valves
  • Fuel oil systems (HSD tanks pumps)
  • Gas skid systems
  • Cooling water & lube oil systems
Qualifications
  • ITI / Diploma (Mechanical / Electrical)
Experience
  • 38 years in power plant operations
  • Experience in fuel oil handling preferred
Key Skills
  • Equipment handling
  • Field troubleshooting
  • Safety awareness
  • Communication with CRO
KPIs
  • Equipment availability (field level)
  • Timely reporting of abnormalities
  • Safety compliance (zero incidents)
  • Quality of inspection rounds
Critical Competency Difference (CRO vs Field Operator)

AspectCROField OperatorControlDCS / CentralizedLocal / FieldRoleDecision makingExecutionFocusTurbine GridAuxiliaries EquipmentFuel HandlingControl & switchingPhysical system operationSkill LevelHigher analyticalPractical & hands-on

Important Note for Dual Fuel SCGT

Both roles must be trained in:

  1. Fuel changeover sequence
  2. Combustion instability risks
  3. Fire hazards (HSD handling)
  4. Emergency trip scenarios

Apply now!