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Field Operator

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Key Responsibilities

Reports procedural deviations/equipment failure and/or incidents (immediately) to the Operations Lead. Takes approved remedial actions,

Requirements Summary

High School Certificate in Math and Science subjects Technical diploma in a specialty: mechanical, electrical, instrumentation or internationally accredited oil & gas training certificate.

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Field Operator

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The Field Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring facilities at Pumping Stations 1 and 2, as well as along the pipeline, in line with EACOP’s HSE and production objectives. The role ensures reliable operation of equipment through first-level maintenance, supports commissioning and emergency response activities, and contributes to safe, efficient, and compliant operations. Key duties include reporting anomalies, executing shutdown/start-up procedures, managing chemicals, assisting maintenance teams, and participating in safety drills among others.

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In accordance with policies and procedures in place in EACOP, the Operator is responsible for:

  • Reports procedural deviations/equipment failure and/or incidents (immediately) to the Operations Lead.
  • Takes approved remedial actions, follow procedures and standard emergency responses to limit risk to personnel, plant equipment and product inventory during emergencies.
  • Ensures the control and verification of safety equipment.
  • Carries out emergency maneuvers requested by Operations Lead.
  • Ensures the cleanliness of the installations.
  • Informs of any anomaly or incident and participate in their analysis.
  • Operate all units and monitor the facilities.
  • Ensures the shutdown and start-up of the installations according to the operations of the site.
  • Controlling and managing chemicals.
  • Ensures the reporting of the operating parameters of the various units under his responsibility.
  • Participates in the execution of interventions to optimize the functioning of the installations, according to a defined program of verification of parameters, sampling, and routine analyses.
  • Assist the maintenance teams during dismantling, reassembly, maintenance and repair of machines and equipment in the fields of mechanics, electricity, and instrumentation.
  • Team member for the Emergency Response Team, including firefighting.
  • Participate in mandatory training as and when required.
  • Ensures chemical injection, lubricants & diesel consumption (Where applicable) is accurately measured.

Core activities:

  • Familiarization with the project documents.
  • Participates in the commissioning operations of the installations in particular the loop tests to adapt with the ICSS and specifically the SCADA.

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EACOP is committed to ensuring that the health, safety and welfare of workers, communities, and the environment are well addressed and managed. Therefore, the employee is mandated to:

 

  • Fully complies with Company H3SE (Health, Safety, Social, Security & Environment) policies and Life Saving Rules.
  • Actively participates in HSEQ and promotes this culture to co-workers.
  • Remain vigilant and maintain continuous awareness of potential unsafe conditions.
  • Communicates to management any HSE related concerns and ways to improve them.
  • Maintains a workplace & workspace that is safe, clean, and always neat – practice good housekeeping.
  • Prepare teams for emergencies.
  • Ensure the implementation of corrective actions following incidents or degraded situations.
  • Reporting on operational activities and significant events and Exemplarity in behavior.
  • Ensure the control of technological risks and safety conditions of operations, ensure an optimum level of safety in all site activities, and respect the environment.

Requirements

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  • High School Certificate in Math and Science subjects
  • Technical diploma in a specialty: mechanical, electrical, instrumentation or internationally accredited oil & gas training certificate.
  • 2 to 5 years of experience on major production sites. A good knowledge of processes and DCS / SCADA is essential.
  • Good level in English a requirement, both written & spoken.
  • Rigorous and organized.
  • Must be familiar with IT tools (Word, Excel and other PC software), analytical, rigorous, good communication skills, pedagogical, autonomous, organized and recognized ability to lead a team.

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Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
Uganda - Field Sites
On-site at the office
Who can apply
Same as job location

Listing Details

Posted
October 1, 2026
First seen
October 1, 2026
Last seen
October 1, 2026

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Field Operator