Senior Power Plant Operator

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Power Plant Operator to oversee the safe and efficient operation of our power generation facilities. The role involves monitoring and controlling a range of equipment in a high‑availability environment.

Key responsibilities

• Operate and monitor gas turbines, steam turbines, diesel generators, boilers, generators, transformers, pumps and auxiliary systems.
• Monitor plant parameters via DCS/SCADA and control‑room systems.
• Coordinate unit start‑up and shutdown, manage load changes and equipment switching.
• Identify abnormal readings, alarms and equipment issues, and take immediate corrective action during trips, breakdowns or emergencies.
• Conduct routine plant rounds and equipment inspections.
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical and instrumentation maintenance teams.
• Review shift logs, alarms, operating parameters and performance data.
• Guide and supervise junior operators throughout the shift.
• Ensure compliance with standard operating procedures and health, safety and environmental requirements.

Required profile

• Proven experience operating power plant equipment in a senior or supervisory capacity.
• Ability to lead and mentor junior operators.
• Strong understanding of SOPs and HSE standards.

Required skills

• Gas turbine operation
• Steam turbine operation
• Diesel generator operation
• Boiler operation
• Transformer operation
• Pump operation
• DCS/SCADA monitoring