Board Operator

General Information

· LocationHassi R'Mel, Algeria

· Work schedule Rotational 6 weeks on / 2 weeks off (1 week on day shift and 1 week on night shift)

· Number of working hours 10 hours a day

· Accommodation Provided according to the company procedures

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor gas boosting and compression systems from the control room using the Distributed Control System (DCS).
• Monitor key process parameters including pressure, temperature, flow rate, and compressor performance.
• Control process equipment such as compressors, pumps, valves, and auxiliary systems to maintain stable plant operations.
• Start up, shut down, and adjust plant operating conditions according to approved operating procedures and safety standards.
• Respond to alarms, abnormal operating conditions, and emergency situations to ensure plant safety and operational continuity.
• Coordinate closely with field operators to perform operational activities, inspections, and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Monitor and control turbo-compressors and gas boosting units to maintain required gas pressure levels for downstream processing and transmission.
• Record operational data, maintain control room logs, and prepare daily operational reports.
• Participate in commissioning, start-up, and performance testing activities when required.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, environmental regulations, and operational procedures.
• Communicate effectively with shift supervisors, maintenance teams, and other departments to resolve operational issues.

Technical Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Control Room/Board Operator in the Oil & Gas industry.
• Technical Skills:
  • Expert knowledge of DCS platforms (e.g., Honeywell Experion or Yokogawa Centum VP or Emerson DeltaV).
  • Understanding of Centrifugal Compressor maps and surge control logic.
• Familiarity with Gas Turbine operations (Frame 5 or similar).
• Education: Diploma or Degree in an Engineering field (Automation, Instrumentation & Control, Electrical, etc.).