Instrumentation and Control Technician

1.  JOB DETAILS:

Position Title:

Instrumentation and Control Technician

Reports to:

Instrumentation and Control Engineer

Department:

Maintenance

2.  JOB PURPOSE:

• To apply specialist I&C expertise for the efficient working of the I&C Department at PP11 Power Plant;

• To ensure Plant I&C equipment is maintained as per procedures documented in the Maintenance Management System (SAP) as per instructions of the I&C Engineer(s);

• To assist the I&C Engineer in ensuring that all I&C equipment are well maintained and all notifications of planned and unplanned work are completed on time.

3.  KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Description

Safety at Work

• Ensures a safe working environment for himself, his colleagues while working on any equipment;
• Ensures that there is a Permit to Work (taken by the I&C Engineer) for each job as necessitated by the PP11 Power Plant HSE Procedures put in place;
• Ensures all necessary precautions are taken by himself and Contractors while undertaking any jobs in PP11 Power Plant;
• Ensures that all necessary tools are available for the safe working on equipment and that are used during the performance of all jobs in the Plant;
• Points out any unsafe conditions to the I&C Engineer.

Maintenance Task Planning and Execution

• Completes all Work Orders generated in SAP as directed by the I&C Engineer;
• Generates reports (mainly log sheets/check sheets) as necessary for the maintenance done;
• Ensures that maintenance of all I&C equipment is in accordance with OEM Manuals for the equipment;
• Reviews I&C maintenance procedures and suggests improvements;
• Works to full potential and ensures that work is of very high quality.

Equipment Failure Trouble Shooting and Repair

• Supports reliable and accessible 24-hour call-out functionality;
• Attempts all possible means of reducing equipment downtime and ensuring high plant availability;
• Performs trouble shooting activities as necessary along with the I&C Engineer and colleagues to determine failure conditions and rectifies defects found;
• Records and reports to the I&C Engineer all rectification jobs undertaken;
• Works with Plant Operations Personnel for resolving problems encountered with mechanical equipment under the guidance of the I&C Engineer.

Reporting and Planning

• Discusses planned and unplanned jobs undertaken with the I&C Engineer;
• Assists the I&C Engineer in planning daily jobs.

Tools

• Ensures necessary tooling is available at work site during performance of any job;
• Uses correct tools for each job;
• Reports loss of tools or damage to any tools to the I&C Engineer;
• Informs the I&C Engineer of any requirements for tools;
• Ensures tools are in good working order.

Ownership

• Assumes ownership of plant I&C equipment and strives to maintain them in the best possible condition.

Continuous on-the-job application of the Dhuruma O&M co HSE Routines;

Frequency of safety incidents and near misses.  Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR);

No EHS Compliance breaches.

Work completion on time;

Filled up logs/record sheets;

Work quality.

Efficiency at work;

24-hour accessibility;

Quality of records and reports.

Condition and availability of tools in good condition.

4.  HEALTH & SAFETY:

• The Job Holder will work in a controlled hazardous environment.

Work Levels and Conditions and Risks:

• Work Level 4: the tasks that he/she performs as part of their daily work activities represent a risk of  accidents of medium kind that can generate permanent consequences (burns, mutilations, irreversible wounds);

Exposure to Risks:

• Traffic/automobile accidents, ergonomic problems and accidents;
• Risks inherent to the job of the I&C Technician while performing inspections, site visits, operations and maintenance activities, etc.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Hard hat/safety helmet;
• Ear protection (plugs or ear muffs);
• Safety glasses;
• Safety shoes;
• Dust mask;
• Cotton coveralls;
• Safety Gloves;
• Cotton vest;
• Respiratory mask.

Recommended HPE (Health Protection Equipment):

• Ergonomic office equipment;

Medical Exams/Laboratory Exams before Taking the Position:

• Complete medical physical examination;
• Visual acuity examination.
• Color blindness test
• PFT (lung capacity)
• Audiometric test

Recommended for persons older than 45 years:

• Laboratory tests: complete blood biometrics, blood chemistry: 3 elements (glucose, urea and creatine) and a general exam of urine;
• Electrocardiogram;
• X-ray PA of thorax.

Medical Criteria for the Position:

• High Blood Pressure: not to present a TA greater than 135/85 in case of present alteration and individual monitoring program;
• Obesity: in case of obesity, implement a monitoring and reduction of weight program.

5.  JOB CONTEXT:

• Dhuruma O&M company Ltd operates a combined cycle power facility with 1729 MW of power capacity. The company has two shareholders: Kahrabel FZE, with Head Office in Dubai and Aljomaih Energy & Water Company Limited, with Head Office in Riyadh.
• Dhuruma O&M company Ltd performs services through an O&M agreement for the Owner of the power facility: Dhuruma Electricity Company.
• The project is a Greenfield IPP with a 20 year PPA with single off-taker (SEC) on BOO basis.
• The Job Holder will be based at Dhuruma power plant (PP11), 125 km West of Riyadh;
• Works in the Power Plant under the supervision of the I&C Engineer;
• The Job Holder works closely with other I&C Technicians to ensure the Plant Routines are actioned efficiently and to high quality standards;
• The Job Holder is required to understand and promptly act upon oral operational instructions, respond effectively in pressure situations, makes quick decisions in the event of breakdown or failure to safeguard the Plant, manage stress, coordinate and follow up on maintenance activities, ensuring high levels of safety and compliance with procedures.

6.  PROBLEM SOLVING:

• The Job Holder is supposed to act and find solutions to (potential) problems within the Department; however he is responsible for keeping the I&C engineer informed.
• The thinking environment is characterized by diverse, standardized operating procedures;
• The Job Holder must consider how problems will be solved.  The focus is on working with the I&C Engineer to apply learned techniques, maintenance experience, initiative and judgment at problem solving.

7.  COMMUNICATION AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

The Job Holder will work and communicate with:

• Internal: The Maintenance, Operation, Administration, Finance and Accounting, HR, HSE;
• The Job Holder must communicate with their own Team (other I&C Technicians), the I&C Engineer and Contractors as necessary.

8.  FRAMEWORKS, BOUNDARIES AND DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY:

• Operates within the approved budgetary limits;
• The I&C Technician makes decisions within clearly defined parameters and under the guidance of the I&C Engineer;
• The I&C Technician makes decisions in line with company objectives and objectives of the Maintenance Department.

9.  JOB DIMENSIONS:

Number of staff supervised:

Approximate number of Direct Reports:

Position titles of Direct Reports:

10.  QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

Essential Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Demonstrated competence supported with adequate education and training

Experience:

• At least 10 years experience in the I&C maintenance of a large combined cycle power plant, 3 of which must have been in the capacity of I&C Technician
• Use of safety systems
• Use of computerized maintenance management system
• Relevant experience in the instrumentation field is required, preferably in a combined cycle plant of industrial environment;
• Good experience in the maintenance and repair of power plant equipment, preferably in a power and desalination plant;
• Operational plant or construction site experience is an advantage.

Skills:

Behavioral:

• Must be a strong team player and have good organizational skills;
• Ability to plan and work independently and take responsibility for plant projects;
• Willing to work sometimes irregular and extended hours and be “on call”;
• Knowledge of types of equipment installed derived through a combination of hands-on experience and formal training performed in the manufacturer’s factory and/or at the jobsite;
• Demonstrates skills in the use of tools, test equipment and calibration appliances;
• Basic understanding of chemistry, physics, electricity and mathematics;
• Some exposure to SAP Maintenance Modules is necessary;
• Hands-on background in water treatment equipment maintenance as related to gas turbines, high-pressure boilers, desalination, cooling water systems and water purification equipment;
• A working knowledge of Environmental Regulations as they pertain to the operations and maintenance of an Energy Generating Facility;

Must be able to perform First Aid and CPR.

Language:

• English Language: excellent communication skills both written and verbal;
• Arabic is an advantage;

Computer:

• Computer literate: must have a some degree of skill in Business Computing Applications such as Databases, Word Processors, Spreadsheets, PowerPoint and Maintenance Management System, DCS/PLC system.

11. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adheres to Dhuruma O&M Company Policies and Procedures
• Behaves in a responsible way
• Lives the values of the company;
• Undertakes other duties as may be expected within reason.