Control Room Operator Power Generation

About the Role

JIGPC- Jazan Integrated Gasification and Power Company is seeking an experienced Control Room Operator for its power generation facility in Jazan, Jizan, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves supporting the safe and efficient operation of a world-class power generation plant, utilizing advanced Distributed Control Systems (DCS) platforms to ensure reliable generation, equipment integrity, and operational excellence.

Position Purpose

The primary purpose of this position is to safely and efficiently operate and monitor power generation systems from the Central Control Room. The operator will use Distributed Control Systems (DCS) to ensure reliable electricity production, plant availability, environmental compliance, and overall operational excellence within the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and control plant operations through DCS and associated control systems.
• Operate Gas Turbines, Steam Turbines, HRSGs, Boilers, Generators, and Balance of Plant equipment according to approved procedures.
• Optimize unit performance to achieve generation targets while maintaining equipment integrity.
• Monitor critical operating parameters including temperatures, pressures, flows, emissions, and electrical outputs.
• Execute normal startup, shutdown, and load adjustment activities.
• Coordinate unit synchronization, desynchronization, and load dispatch requirements.
• Support plant commissioning, testing, and operational readiness activities as needed.
• Respond to grid demands and maintain stable operation during changing load conditions.
• Identify abnormalities, alarms, and equipment performance deviations, taking immediate corrective actions within authority limits and escalating major issues.
• Support root cause investigations of plant trips, disturbances, and equipment failures.
• Lead or participate in emergency response actions during abnormal operating conditions.
• Ensure strict adherence to HSE policies, operating procedures, and permit-to-work requirements.
• Maintain compliance with environmental regulations and emission requirements.
• Participate in operational risk assessments and safety audits.
• Ensure safe isolation and handover of equipment for maintenance activities.
• Coordinate effectively with Field Operators, Maintenance Personnel, Shift Supervisors, and Engineering teams.
• Communicate operational status, constraints, and critical activities during shift handovers.
• Provide operational guidance to field operators during routine and non-routine activities.
• Maintain accurate operating logs and shift reports, recording plant events, equipment abnormalities, and operational interventions.
• Prepare reports relating to operational performance, incidents, and process deviations.
• Identify opportunities for efficiency improvement and performance optimization.
• Participate in operational excellence initiatives and procedure enhancements.
• Support training and mentoring of junior operators when required.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 5 to 10 years of experience in a relevant role within power generation or heavy industrial operations.
• Demonstrated experience operating and monitoring plant systems using Distributed Control Systems (DCS).
• Proficiency in operating Gas Turbines, Steam Turbines, HRSGs, Boilers, Generators, and Balance of Plant equipment.
• Strong understanding of operational procedures, safety protocols, and environmental compliance.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Jazan, Jizan, Saudi Arabia, within one of Saudi Arabia's largest power and industrial operations. The role requires working in a central control room environment and coordinating with various operational and maintenance teams.

Application Process

Candidates who meet the specified qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.