Plant Operator

About the role

The Plant Operator will manage receipt, storage, filling, processing and distribution of LPG cylinders and bulk products at the Emirates Gas plant in Dubai, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and handle products such as LPG, EGAP, propane, butane and CNG; assess loading, ullage and quantity in storage tanks and tankers.
• Perform proper loading and unloading of bulk tankers, receive bulk transfers, and carry out odorizing as required.
• Execute routine housekeeping and maintenance activities, including cleaning, lubrication, adjustment and visual inspection of equipment and tanks.
• Assist in purging, degassing, commissioning and de‑commissioning of tanks and tankers, and maintain safety equipment.

Required profile

• Science graduate (Physics, Chemistry, Maths) or technical diploma with 3‑4 years experience in the LPG industry (5‑6 years for petrochemical operators).
• Fluent English with good communication skills; knowledge of Arabic/Urdu/Malayalam is a plus.
• Physically fit, aged 25‑35, able to work in extreme heat and hold a valid UAE light‑vehicle driving licence.
• Basic knowledge of safety procedures and experience in an ISO‑quality environment; formal safety qualification preferred.

Required skills

• Equipment maintenance
• Loading and unloading bulk tankers
• Odorizing LPG cylinders
• Visual inspection of tanks and equipment
• Purging and degassing of tanks
• Commissioning and de‑commissioning of tanks
• Use of mechanical tools
• Use of electrical tools