HYCO Operator at Air Products

Al Jubail, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Industrial Gases, EnergyIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemical, Mechanical, or Chemical Process Operations preferred
An Associate Technical Degree (2-year certificate) will be considered based on years of experience and competence
Experience in process plant operation, demonstrated competence

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe work environment and demonstrate leadership with company & industry safe work processes to prevent all injuries. Ensure proper documentation is maintained for safety related activities
Operate the two HYCO Steam Methane Reformer and one Refinery off gas PSA as prescribed by the Work Instruction Procedures
Operate the pipeline network to supply Hydrogen, steam, Nitrogen and CO2 to the pipeline customers pipelines safely and efficiently
Maintain accurate document control and monitor quality assurance initiatives
Provide Operations guidance to ensure safety, reliability and maintainability of equipment, processes, utilities, and controls
Manage plant production efficiently based on input provided from Plant Management and Plant Production Engineering to ensure safety and reliability targets are met to achieve maximum profitability
Report shift production progress and plant status to the Shift Supervisor, providing operational solutions for shortfall areas
Ensure the safety of all operations personnel by utilizing the APQ Basic Safety Practice program, which includes Safety Work Permits, LOTO, Confined Space, etc. Facilitate executing, organizing, and auditing to build the Air Products safety culture into the APQ
Ensure compliance with process safety, MOC’s, and OPHR requirements
Operate the facility ensuring Environmental and Regulatory requirements are not exceeded
Assist in the commissioning activities of the facility
Ensure Air Products and APQ standards, and global best practices for EH&S, productivity, reliability, quality, and overall customer services are met
Follow the Site Work Instruction Manuals for the HYCO, Product H2 & Steam pipelines along with adhering to other operating and maintenance procedures and checklists to meet the customer’s satisfaction on safety, reliability, product quality, and flexibility of product supply while in compliance of contractual requirements
Follow shift turnover protocols to ensure the safe and efficient handover to the following shift
Support & maintain close working relationships with engineering and maintenance personnel to continuously monitor & evaluate plant systems & equipment through a Plant Process Advisory Model
Support the maintenance and engineering team in maintaining plant reliability through the execution of preventive maintenance activities scheduled and coordinating of corrective maintenance activities of the equipment in order to optimize activities during plant shutdowns to avoid business interruption
Provide operations support and participate in investigations and Root Cause Analysis in order to identify & implement sustainable corrective actions
Facilitate attainment of operational excellence and customer satisfaction via operations productivity, reliability, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain customer communications and relationships at the ‘board’ level, ensuring customer demand rates are satisfied while maximizing the efficiency and profitability of the facility
Communicate plant activities with other shifts to maintain continuity between shifts for a safe and reliable operation
Execute other duties as assigned from reporting managers in a timely and efficient manner

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Steam Methane ReformerPressure Swing AdsorptionPipeline OperationsLOTOConfined Space EntrySafety Work PermitsProcess Safety ManagementManagement of ChangeDocument ControlQuality Assurance

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the employment type for the HYCO Operator position?

The position is full-time employment.

Is this HYCO Operator role remote or on-site?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What technical skills are required for the HYCO Operator role?

Candidates must be able to operate HYCO Steam Methane Reformer, Refinery off gas PSA, and pipeline networks for Hydrogen, steam, Nitrogen, and CO2, while maintaining safety protocols, document control, and production efficiency.

What is the company culture like at Air Products?

Air Products emphasizes safety, collaboration, innovation, diversity, and profitability, with a strong focus on building a safety culture through leadership in safe work processes and compliance with EH&S standards.

What makes a strong candidate for the HYCO Operator position?

Strong candidates demonstrate leadership in safety practices, technical expertise in operating reformers and pipelines, and the ability to ensure compliance, reliability, and efficient production while supporting maintenance teams.