GAS PLANT COMPRESSOR OPERATOR (4 POSTS)

From the Guardian of 24th June
Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation (TPDC) is a National Oil Company dealing with oil and gas exploration, development and production. The company is based in Dar- Es -Salaam.
The Corporation has open vacancies for professional Tanzanians in the following disciplines:-


6. Gas Plant Compressor Operator (4 Posts)
Location: SongoSongo, Mnazi Bay
Reports To: GAS PLANT SHIFT SUPERVISOR
Gas Compressor Operator is responsible for
Operating and maintaining Facility compressors and auxiliary equipment e.g. motors, engines, auxiliary units, cooling equipment, pumps, gas process equipment (dehydration units, dryers, etc) to attain specific pipeline pressures and flow rates
Making adjustments to Compressor Control parameters to produce Natural Gas within the required quality parameters; the adjustments could be self-initiated or by request from the Gas Plant Control Room Operator
Executing applicable elements of Facility HSE Program to ensure Employee and Facility Safety

6.1. PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIDILITIES
Efficiently and safely operate Compressors and Auxiliary Equipment to ensure that the Facility Production, Targets are achieved
Respond to alarms and problems within the plant and take appropriate action
Respond to requests for adjustments to Field equipment operation from the Gas Plant Control Room Operator)
Monitor facility supervisory control system and respond to system changes/alarms, etc. accordingly; responsible for ensuring proper flows, temperatures, pressures, and levels. Recognize operating deviations and take appropriate corrective action
responsible for recording operating parameter values, completion of operating reports, notification of safety and environmental deviations, and equipment lockout/tag-out for maintenance and repair
Monitors meters, gauges, and recording instrument charts to ensure specified temperature, pressure, and flow of gas through system
Read gas meters, and maintain records of the amounts of gas received and dispensed from holders. Clean, lubricate, and adjust equipment, and replace filters and gaskets, using hand tools.

6.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
A minimum of Technician or Diploma or Degree in Mechanical or or Equivalent qualification Strong mechanical aptitude and trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills
Minimum of three (3) years' work experience with the operation of pipelines, gas compressors, a gas storage facility, gas engines, dehydrators and/or gas treating equipment, power generation units or processing and manufacturing industries or any other related experience
Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases or liquids, and high pressure systems and the principles of internal combustion engines, and gas processing equipment
Expertise in new compressor technologies and comprehensive mechanical, diagnostic and analytical skills Ability to work with minimal supervision; must possess and demonstrate high level of integrity
Must be computer literate with MS Office proficiency
Excellent verbal and written communication skills: Ability to read, comprehend and apply information found J Operating and Equipment manuals
Ability to effectively manage priorities while working with various types of people Must be accountable and self-driven to learn, develop and improve skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a positive attitude and display Team-based interpersonal skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSIWORK ENVIRONMENT
Physical capabilities of standing, walking, bending, climbing ladders and stairs, stretching, reaching over shoulder height, lifting and carrying up to 75 Ibs
12 hour shifts; 28 Day Rotation
Assume responsibility, be flexible, perform duties and handle multiple tasks under potentially stressful and/or hazardous conditions
.AGE LIMIT
Age limit not more than 40 years
REMUNERATION ,
8 According to TPDC Scheme of service in the salary scale of TPDC GS 1

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Interested and suitable candidates should ensure that their applications along with the curriculum vitae, indicating current telephone contacts are received by 11th July, 2014.
Photocopies of relevant certificates and one recent passport size photograph should be attached with the hand written application letter.
All application should be directed through Postal Services, Hand Delivery will not be accepted
Each applicant should indicate two names of referees.
Each applicant should indicate the Number and Title of Job Position applied for on the application Letter Applicant should not apply in more than ONE position
All Applicants holding foreign universities certificates (i.e. Applicants who studied outside Tanzania) should attach TCU approval certificate.
Application without relevant documents will not be processed. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
NOTE: Failure to observe any of the above conditions the application will not be considered
For more information visit www.tpdc-tz.com

MANAGING DIRECTOR,
TANZANIA PETROLEUM DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION,
BENJAMIN W. MKAPA TOWER A,
AZIKIWE/JAMHURI STREET
P.O.BOX 2774,
DAR-ES-SALAAM,
TANZANIA.