Field Operator

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

3–8 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:

Fuel changeover sequence

Combustion instability risks

Fire hazards (HSD handling)

Emergency trip scenarios

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