OPCO Approved Gas Watcher
Job Summary
To perform atmospheric gas testing and continuous monitoring of work areas to ensure a safe working environment during hot work confined space entry and other hazardous activities in compliance with OPCO Qatar Energy and site safety procedures.
- Conduct atmospheric gas testing using approved gas detection equipment before and during work activities.
- Monitor oxygen levels flammable gases and toxic gases in designated work areas.
- Maintain continuous gas monitoring during hot work confined space entry and other permit-controlled activities.
- Verify that atmospheric conditions remain within acceptable safety limits.
- Immediately report unsafe conditions abnormal gas readings or hazardous situations to the Permit Holder Supervisor or Safety Officer.
- Stop work and initiate emergency procedures when unsafe gas levels are detected.
- Ensure gas detection equipment is calibrated functional and properly maintained.
- Record gas test readings accurately and maintain gas monitoring logs and reports.
- Coordinate with Permit Holders Safety Officers and work crews to ensure compliance with permit requirements.
- Attend toolbox talks safety meetings and site safety briefings.
- Follow all OPCO Qatar Energy client and company HSE regulations and procedures.
- Maintain vigilance throughout the assigned shift and remain at designated monitoring locations as required.
- Knowledge of gas detection equipment and atmospheric testing procedures.
- Understanding of confined space entry and hot work safety requirements.
- Ability to identify hazardous atmospheres and respond appropriately.
- Good observation communication and reporting skills.
- Strong commitment to safety and compliance.
- Ability to work in industrial and offshore/onshore operational environments.
- High School Certificate or Diploma preferred.
- Minimum 13 years of experience in industrial oil & gas petrochemical LNG or construction environments.
- Valid OPCO Approved Gas Watcher Certification.
- QatarEnergy LNG or equivalent approved certification preferred.
- Valid safety training certificates as required by the project/client.
- Basic English communication skills (reading writing and speaking).
About Company
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