Boiler Attendant - Field Operator at Dangote

Job Summary

• The Boilers Attendant - Field Operator is responsible for performing on-site operational tasks associated with the safe and efficient functioning of the boiler systems and their auxiliaries. 
• The role includes monitoring parameters, conducting routine checks, adjusting valves and dampers, supporting boiler startups/shutdowns, and promptly reporting abnormalities.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct hourly rounds to monitor equipment (boilers, feedwater pumps, air preheaters).
• Check pressure, temperature, and flow values on local gauges and instruments.
• Report deviations, leaks, abnormal noise, or vibration to the Supervisor.
• Follow and assist in boiler startup, shutdown, blowdown, and soot blowing. Etc
• Adjust valves, dampers, and fans as instructed by the DCS or Supervisor.
• Ensure proper functioning of fuel feed and ash removal systems.
• Give necessary operation feedback and instructions for the operation team.
• Maintain field housekeeping around boiler equipment.
• Record readings and observations in field logbooks.
• Support emergency shutdowns and firefighting activities as needed.

Educational Qualification and Work Experience

• Diploma or HND in Mechanical Engineering.
• Professional Certification is an added advantage. (First or Second-Class Boiler Attendant Certificate preferable).
• Minimum 10 years in field operations of boiler systems in cogeneration or thermal power plants. 

Skill and Competencies:

• Effective Communication skills
• People management skills
• Conflict Resolution Skills
• Project Management Skills
• Computer Skills
• Negotiation skills
• Presentation skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Integrity
• Empathy
• Openness
• Discretion.