ASU Operator

About Air Products Qudra and the Role

Air Products Qudra (APQ) is a joint venture between Saudi Aramco and Air Products Qudra, forming BHIG—Blue Hydrogen Industrial Gases. This entity focuses on driving industrial innovation and operational excellence, particularly in supporting clean energy goals through low-carbon hydrogen production. We are seeking an ASU Operator for a full-time position in Al Jubail, Saudi Arabia, to manage Field and DCS operations for the Air Separation Unit (ASU) and common area facilities.

Role Overview and Responsibilities

The ASU Operator, reporting to the ASU Shift Supervisor, will perform field and DCS operations for the ASU and common areas, including DM, CT, and ancillary units, independently. This role involves executing daily tasks, implementing safety procedures, and supporting maintenance and engineering teams. The operator will demonstrate expert knowledge in specified skill areas and contribute as a fully functioning member of the operations team, including taking a leadership role in TAR/Outages/Start-ups and training new operators.

• Perform Field and DCS operations for the ASU and Common Area facility.
• Prepare and implement safety work permits and LOTO procedures.
• Complete operations preventative maintenance activities.
• Assist maintenance and engineering teams with corrective maintenance activities.
• Operate ASU and ancillary equipment, including water treatment units, according to Work Instruction Procedures.
• Manage the pipeline network for hydrogen, steam, and CO2 supply, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
• Provide operational support and guidance during plant commissioning.
• Maintain accurate document control and monitor quality assurance initiatives.
• Manage plant production efficiently to meet safety, reliability, and profitability targets.
• Report shift production progress and plant status to the Shift Supervisor, offering operational solutions.
• Ensure compliance with process safety, MOC’s, and OPHR requirements.
• Operate the facility in compliance with environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Follow Site Work Instruction Manuals and other operating procedures to meet customer satisfaction.
• Execute shift turnover protocols for safe and efficient handover.
• Support maintenance and engineering teams in maintaining plant reliability and optimizing shutdown activities.
• Participate in investigations and Root Cause Analysis to implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Facilitate operational excellence and customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate plant activities across shifts to ensure continuity and safe operation.

Safety Accountabilities

Maintaining a safe work environment is a primary accountability for this role. The operator will demonstrate leadership in all company and industry safe work processes to prevent injuries and ensure proper documentation for safety-related activities. This includes utilizing the BHIG Basic Safety Practice program, encompassing Safety Work Permits, LOTO, and Confined Space procedures, to build and maintain a strong safety culture.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 6-10 years of experience in a relevant operational role.
• Demonstrated expert level of knowledge in specified skills areas.
• Solid technical knowledge of designated plant processes.
• Ability to operate independently on shift and contribute effectively to the operations team.
• Proficiency in writing SWIMs, JSAs, and other operational documents.
• Capability to take a leadership role in TAR/Outages/Start-ups.
• Experience in training new operators and participating in board reviews.
• Willingness to assist in startup and commissioning of new sites and training new workforce if required.
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of listed systems through task list completion.

Work Environment and Expectations

This full-time position is based in Al Jubail, Saudi Arabia, within the BHIG Company. The role requires a commitment to a 4S culture and practices to maintain a positive work environment. The operator will engage in continuous professional development and maintain close working relationships with engineering and maintenance personnel to monitor and evaluate plant systems and equipment. The position also involves maintaining customer communications to ensure demand rates are satisfied while maximizing facility efficiency and profitability.