Position Summary
The DCS Operator is responsible for monitoring, controlling, and optimizing Chlor Alkali production processes through the Distributed Control System (DCS) to ensure safe, stable, and efficient plant operations. The role involves operating electrolysis units, chlorine handling systems, caustic soda production processes, hydrogen systems, utilities, and associated equipment while maintaining compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Process Operation & Monitoring
- Operate and monitor Chlor Alkali production processes through the DCS system.
- Control and optimize key process parameters to ensure stable plant operation.
- Monitor electrolysis cells, brine treatment systems, chlorine processing units, hydrogen systems, and caustic concentration processes.
- Respond promptly to alarms, process deviations, and abnormal operating conditions.
- Perform process adjustments to maintain production targets and product quality specifications.
- Coordinate with field operators during plant startup, shutdown, and operational changes.
Safety & Environmental Compliance
- Follow all safety procedures, operating instructions, and permit-to-work requirements.
- Monitor process conditions to prevent hazardous releases of chlorine, hydrogen, and other chemicals.
- Support emergency response activities and execute emergency operating procedures when required.
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and company HSE standards.
- Report unsafe conditions, incidents, and near misses immediately.
Production Performance
- Maintain production rates according to operating plans.
- Monitor plant efficiency, energy consumption, and process performance indicators.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational optimization.
- Minimize production losses, downtime, and process upsets.
Troubleshooting & Problem Solving
- Investigate process abnormalities and take corrective actions.
- Support troubleshooting of process, instrumentation, and control-related issues.
- Coordinate with Maintenance, Electrical, Instrumentation, and Process Engineering teams to resolve operational problems.
Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain accurate shift logs and operational records.
- Record production data, process parameters, and equipment status.
- Prepare shift handover reports and communicate plant conditions effectively to incoming operators.
- Ensure all operational records comply with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
Continuous Improvement
- Participate in operational excellence initiatives.
- Contribute to process optimization, energy-saving, and reliability improvement projects.
- Support implementation of standard operating procedures and best practices.
