Production Operator

About Us:

HKN Atrush Ltd. is a privately held, independent energy company with oil exploration and production operations in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI).

HKN Atrush is located in the prolific Zagros fold and thrust belt of Northern Kurdistan. We have a highly experienced, diverse team with work experience in over 80 different countries. HKN Atrush is committed to building a company culture that is guided by its Core Values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork and Commitment.

Position Summary:

The Production Operator will be responsible to the Production Facility Manager / Production Supervisor / Production Lead Operator for the safe, efficient & cost-effective operations of HKN Facilities at remote location sites.

They will safely operate all aspects of oil production, oil storage and oil export.  Operate a well-site production plant and associated systems in a safe, environmentally sound, and efficient manner as directed by the Production Facility Manager / Production Supervisor or Production Lead Operator.

The position requires the candidate to work 2 weeks on shift by 2 weeks off rotation and be based at HKN remote camps for the 2-week on shift period.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Involved in all production operation activities.
• Meet or exceed installation hydrocarbon production targets and plans through safe, efficient and effective operation of the facility.
• Monitor and operate all plant equipment Intervene to prevent upset and unsafe conditions occurring.
• Understand PSD/ESD/F&G systems and processes.
• Able to work in and understand the limitations of extreme weather.
• Work safely and integrate with other production operators in best safe practices.
• Regulate and optimise chemical usage and maintain chemical inventory.
• Maintain high standard of housekeeping in areas of responsibility and facility in general.
• Identify variations in production plant performance and effectively address each situation.
• Properly document and accurately report all operational readings, adjustments, and inspections.
• Input to the safe systems of wok.
• Assume role of Performing Authority when required.
• Perform process isolations/de-isolations as required.
• Ability to review technical manuals, cause and effects and P&ID drawings.
• Undertake training as offered by the company.
• Comprehensive written and verbal handovers.
• Review and update Operating Procedures.
• Adhere to safe systems of work and procedures. Comply with existing Company standards.
• Member of the emergency response team and comply with Company Emergency. Response Procedures and plans.
• Demonstrates a personal commitment to Health, Safety, and the Environment.
• Ability to stop any planned work deemed as unsafe in accordance with the permit to work system

Minimum Qualifications:

• Candidates ideally have 5 years’ experience in oil and gas production with 3 years in similar role.
• Technical diploma or equivalent experience.
• Candidate should have Degree (Oil and gas or process) or equivalent vocational qualification.
• Extensive knowledge of ESD and fire and gas systems operation.
• A pre-requisite is the strong ability to communicate in English, both verbally and written.
• Broad knowledge of oil and gas facility operations with H2S.
• Ability to maintain H2S certification, fit test and lead all safe work including permit to work system.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare written and verbal reports.
• Skills in planning and problem solving.
• Able to work well within an international and multi-cultural environment.
• In depth understanding of technical safety practice.
• Understands and respects company HSE regulations and requirements.