JOB DETAILS:

The Shift Panel Operator (SPO) will be responsible for operating and monitoring plant processes during the commissioning and start-up phases on the Tilenga Project in Uganda. This role involves managing the Integrated Control and Safety System (ICSS) workstations / panels in Central Control Room (CCR) and Technical Rooms (ETI), ensuring safe and efficient plant operations, and supporting loop tests, equipment operability checks and start-up, troubleshooting and optimization activities.

Reporting:
The SPO will report to the Operations Shift Supervisor and work closely with shift team, field operators, commissioning teams, and supervisors to ensure system readiness and compliance with safety and operational standards.

Work Schedule:
The role requires flexibility to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
- Work collaboratively with the project team and client representatives to ensure system readiness and operational excellence.

• Operate and monitor plant systems using ICSS workstations / panels, ensuring optimal performance of pressure, temperature, flow, and level parameters.
• Execute start-up, shutdown, and emergency procedures in coordination with field teams.
• Maintain continuous surveillance of process conditions and respond to alarms and deviations.
• Participate in the execution of commissioning and start-up plans.
• Conduct pre-operational checks and system lineups for mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems.
• Identify and resolve control system faults and process anomalies.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor system performance and recommend improvements for efficiency and reliability.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and ensure compliance with HSE standards.
• Participate in risk assessments, toolbox talks, and emergency drills.
• Maintain accurate shift logs, event reports, and operational records.
• Communicate effectively with shift teams, supervisors, and contractors.
• Contribute to updates of operating procedures, P&IDs, ICSS mimics and system documentation.
• Provide accurate and timely updates during shift handovers.
• Participate in training programs to enhance technical and safety competencies.
• Support the development of junior operators through on-the-job training.

Basic Qualifications/Experience:
- Possess a technical diploma or equivalent in Process, Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation Engineering.

• Minimum 5-10 years of experience in oil and gas operations, with at least 3 years in a similar ICSS / DCS Panel Operator role.
• Proven experience in Oil & Gas operations, commissioning and start-up activities.
• Proven experience with ICSS (knowledge of Schneider ICSS is a plus).
• Proven experience with Control room operation experience.
• Strong understanding of process control systems, safety regulations, and operational procedures.
• Excellent problem solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a multicultural, shift-based environment.
• Fluent in English, or other language skills are a plus.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement