Annan House
Staff
COMPANY OVERVIEW
EnQuest is an independent oil and gas development and production company, focused on turning opportunities into value by targeting maturing assets and undeveloped oil fields. We are one of the largest UK independent oil producers in the UK North Sea, and have also established a presence in oil basins outside the UK North Sea, as part of our long term growth strategy.
Fundamental to EnQuest’s success to date is our greatest asset – our people. Their talent, expertise, knowledge, experience, and commitment have delivered remarkable results and we continue to look for the same attributes in prospective new employees as we pursue plans for further development in the UKCS and internationally.
At EnQuest, we support a diverse and inclusive workplace and continually develop our culture. We are respectful and open with others, valuing the diversity of all our people and listening to the views they bring. Our focus on diversity and inclusion makes our performance stronger and makes us a better business.
The successful candidate for this post will become part of a progressive, innovative and ambitious business that holds a distinct set of values, based on respect for the individual. As well as having the opportunity to pursue their goals and achieve their ambitions, they will also be encouraged to contribute fresh ideas and take on new challenges that test their abilities and elevate their performance to new levels.
THE ROLE
The Operations Technician is an essential member of the offshore Production / Operations Team and is accountable for the safe operation of plant equipment and systems to ensure delivery of the business objectives, timely resolution of operational issues and enhancing the competency within their teams.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
Principal Accountabilities
Accountable for the operation, control and monitoring of process plant and utility systems in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with Company’s Safety Management system
Demonstrate high standards of commitment to Health, Safety and the Environment
Contribute to continuous improvement in the safety and environmental performance of the site through active involvement in risk assessments, audits, toolbox talks
Key Duties
Safely and efficiently operate process equipment and utility systems within design parameters and in accordance with operating procedures and as directed by the Control Room Operator
Carry out watch keeping duties to ensure integrity and stability of operation is maintained
Devising and implementing safe isolation of processing equipment and systems for maintenance activities
Safe and efficient reinstatement of process equipment and systems following shutdown or maintenance activities in full compliance with Company policies and procedures
Responsible for first line operations fault finding and rectification in order to ensure safe and efficient operational delivery
Ensure comprehensive records and logs are maintained and effective handovers are carried out at shift and crew change
Identify and propose ideas and solutions that will safely increase efficiency in production, cost or time without loss of integrity
Participate in competence scheme including any multi skilled role in accordance with the relevant competence framework
Adopt a flexible working attitude to provide support across all departments to ensure team success
Deliver daily, weekly, and monthly production activities on the site, ensuring the facility achieves the required integrity and efficiency standards to reach targeted hydrocarbon production targets
Ensure site operations are consistently delivered within relevant regulatory consent limits
Ensure all members of the production team achieve outstanding performance in meeting Company’s targets of HSE and efficiency
Demonstrate excellent safety behaviours at all times and ensure Company’s safety aspirations are communicated and maintained
Contribute to managing and delivering emergency response actions in the event of accidents or incidents under the direction of OIM or other relevant persons
Ensure safe shutdown, isolation and blowdown of relevant plant during emergency situations
Encourage defect elimination and continuous improvement principles to maximize production efficiencies and avoid unplanned shutdowns and production losses
Perform other related duties as assigned by Team Leader such as taking part in training, developing new recruits, preparing necessary reports, plant shutdown and start-up procedures, etc.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Interpersonal
Strong oral and active-listening communication skills with an ability to work in harmony with colleagues across different organisation levels and disciplines, Flexibility approach and willingness to adapt essential.
Support and improve team performance by sharing knowledge and best practices, embraces change and continual improvement.
Skills & attributes
Able to work under pressure in with an aptitude for clear and logical thinking
Ability to work on own initiative with self-imposed quality control standards to prearranged deadlines
Demonstrates the EnQuest values in the way work is carried out
Experience
Computer literate with a demonstrable working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
Demonstrable understanding of process safety and MAH prevention.
Understanding of production loss elimination and production optimization
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation and be able to apply it in the workplace
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
Recognised Apprenticeship or equivalent
Level 3 NVQ – Processing Operations – Hydrocarbons or equivalent
Level 3 NVQ - Maintaining Plant & Systems or working towards
ISSOW Level 2
Advanced Gas Tester Level 1
Production Isolation Authority
