GAS PLANT POWER GENERATION OPERATOR (8 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:-

7. Gas Plant Power Generation Operator (8 Posts)
Reports To: MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR (ELECTRICAL ENGINEER)
SongoSongo, Mnazi Bay
JOB SUMMARY
Power Generation Plant .Operator is responsible for:
Responding to alarms by taking appropriate corrective actions and execute plant shut-down and start-up procedures in addition to maintenance procedures as required
To assure that the plant meets its generating requirements while operating in a safe and efficient manner Preparing equipment malfunction reports, make inspections and from observation, determine whether equipment is operating properly
Operating power plant auxiliary systems such as HV AC systems, lighting systems, telephone and radio communication systems, station battery, etc.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Operate Gas turbines/Engines/Generators and all associated equipment safely and efficiently
Perform operational activities required to support start-up, shutdown, and normal operation of plant equipment and systems
Report equipment conditions or other facility anomalies that could affect the plant status to the Maintenance Supervisor (Electrical Engineer) or either of the other Maintenance Supervisors (Mechanical and Instrument Engineers)
Make entries in the operating logs, environmental records, and other administrative documentation needed to support the operation and maintenance of the facility
Perform assigned preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, emergency maintenance and inspection of plant mechanical and electrical equipment
Control generator output to match the phase, frequency, or voltage of electricity supplied to panels and controls to generate specified electrical power or to regulate the flow of power between generating stations and substations.
Start or stop generators, auxiliary pumping equipment, turbines, or other power plant equipment as necessary Control or maintain auxiliary equipment, such as pumps, .fans , compressors, condensers, feed water heaters, filters, or chlorinators, to supply water, fuel, lubricants, air, or auxiliary power
Clean, lubricate, or maintain equipment, such as generators, turbines, pumps, or compressors, to prevent failure or deterioration


Place standby emergency electncal generators on line in emergencies and monitor the temperature, output, and lubrication of the system
Examine and test electrical power distribution machinery and equipment, using testing devices .
.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Technician's Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
Minimum of three (3) years' Power Generating Plant Operator Experience in a Manufacturing or Process Operations environment
Demonstrable PC/software skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) for Generator Control
Strong technical and operations experience in Power Plant Operations
Must possess the ability to read, comprehend and apply information found in operating and equipment manuals
Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a positive attitude and display team-based interpersonal skills
Must be able to read and respond to computer-generated data, instrumentation, gauges, readouts and variations in color
Excellent verbal and written communication skills .
.3 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSIWORK ENVIRONMENT 12 hour shifts; 28 Day Rotation
Assume responsibility, be flexible, perform duties and handle multiple tasks under potentially stressful and/or hazardous conditions
.4 AGE LIMIT
Age limit not more than 40 years
REMUNERATION
According to TPDC Scheme of service in the salary scale of TPDC RS 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.