Operate and monitor pyrolysis systems, including reactors, feed systems, condensers, gas handling units, and auxiliary equipment
Start up, shut down, and adjust plant operations according to standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Monitor temperature, pressure, flow rates, and residence times to maintain optimal process conditions
Identify and respond to process deviations, alarms, and equipment malfunctions
Safety & Compliance
Follow all site health, safety, and environmental (HSE) procedures and permit-to-work systems
Conduct routine safety checks and report hazards, incidents, or near misses
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations relating to emissions, waste handling, and by-products
Participate in safety drills, toolbox talks, and risk assessments
Quality & Performance
Ensure product quality meets required specifications through process control and sampling
Collect and record operational data, samples, and test results accurately
Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve yield, efficiency, and reliability
Maintenance & Housekeeping
Perform routine inspections, cleaning, and basic maintenance tasks
Assist maintenance teams during planned shutdowns and breakdowns
Maintain good housekeeping standards within the plant area
Documentation & Communication
Complete shift logs, checklists, and production reports
Communicate effectively with incoming/outgoing shifts and supervisors
Support training of new operators as required
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
Technical qualification or apprenticeship in process operations, engineering, or a related field
Experience operating industrial thermal, chemical, or continuous process plant
Understanding of process control systems (SCADA/DCS preferred)
Strong awareness of industrial safety practices
Desirable
Experience with pyrolysis, gasification, thermal treatment, or chemical processing plants
Forklift, confined space, or permit-to-work certifications
Experience handling biomass, waste-derived, or hydrocarbon feedstocks
Skills & Competencies
Strong mechanical and process understanding
Ability to interpret process data and respond to abnormal conditions
Attention to detail and commitment to safety
Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Effective communication and teamwork
Willingness to work shifts, nights, and weekends as required