DCS Shift Supervisor at Sterling Oil Exploration & Energy Production Company Limited (SEEPCO)

Description

• Perform routine inspection and preventive maintenance of field instruments and control devices.
• Maintain sensors, transmitters, analyzers, gauges, and control valves.
• Ensure all instruments function accurately and reliably.
• Calibrate instruments such as flow meters, pressure transmitters, level sensors, pH meters, turbidity analyzers, chlorine analyzers, and conductivity meters.
• Maintain calibration records and ensure instruments meet required accuracy standards.
• Diagnose faults in instrumentation and control systems.
• Repair or replace defective instruments, signal cables, and control components.
• Support quick restoration of plant operations during breakdowns.
• Assist in maintenance of PLC panels, SCADA systems, and control circuits.
• Check input/output (I/O) signals and field wiring connections.
• Work with engineers during system modifications and upgrades.
• Install new field instruments, control panels, and signal wiring.
• Ensure proper mounting, loop checking, and commissioning of instruments.
• Follow drawings, loop diagrams, and technical specifications.
• Maintain maintenance logs, calibration reports, and breakdown records.
• Update instrument datasheets and records after maintenance activities.
• Support preparation of preventive maintenance schedules.
• Follow plant safety procedures and permit-to-work systems.
• Use appropriate PPE while working in plant areas.
• Ensure safe handling of tools, test equipment, and electrical connections.
• Report unsafe conditions and incidents immediately.
• Work closely with operations, electrical, and mechanical teams.
• Support plant shutdowns, audits, and inspections.
• Assist in process optimization through proper instrument performance.

Qualifications

• Diploma / Technical Certificate in Instrumentation Engineering, Electronics or related field.

Selection Criteria:

• Expert knowledge of PLC / SCADA / DCS systems and skilled in calibration of flow, level, pressure & analyzers.
• Should have proven ability in Loop checking & signal troubleshooting.
• Should possess required knowledge in Preventive & breakdown maintenance.
• Should possess required experience and Ability to read P&IDs and wiring diagrams.
• Should have proven ability and Familiarity with control valves & transmitters.
• Should have good basic understanding and awareness of industrial safety & permit systems.