Plant Operator (Cranes) AL BIHOUTH WASTE TO ENERGY

Posted 30+ days ago

Experience

5 - 8 Years

Job Location

Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Education

Secondary School, Intermediate School, Diploma, Any Graduation

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Male

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Shift Supervisor and general supervision of the Operations Manager, the Plant Operator (Cranes) is responsible for the safe, efficient, and environmentally compliant operation of the plant’s waste-handling overhead cranes. The role ensures continuous waste feeding to the boilers, supports field operations, assists the Control Room Operator (CRO), performs equipment inspections, and provides essential support to overall plant operations. The position is hands-on and requires strict adherence to operational and HSE procedures.

1.2 Job Responsibilities

Cranes & Waste Handling

  • Performs daily routine inspections of assigned overhead crane(s) and completes all required log sheets according to procedures.

  • Operates overhead cranes to lift, move, and feed waste to the hoppers as per operational instructions.

  • Manipulates crane controls (pedals, levers, buttons) to regulate crane/hoist speed and direction in line with written, verbal, or signal instructions.

  • Performs basic troubleshooting on overhead cranes and reports malfunctions through formal work orders.

  • Maintains cleanliness of crane cabins, waste bunker areas, and surrounding work areas.

Plant Operations Support

  • Assists the CRO and field operators in daily plant operations and conducts regular field inspections.

  • Conducts required checks as per daily/weekly activity books, the monthly critical items checklist, and operation routines.

  • Performs lockout/tagout (LOTO) of equipment to support safe maintenance activities.

  • Supports safe and efficient shutdown and restart of plant systems when required according to procedures.

HSE Responsibilities

  • Notifies Shift Supervisor of unsafe conditions, equipment defects, or abnormal operational indicators.

  • Participates in HSE inspections, audits, assessments, and toolbox talks.

  • Conducts risk identification, analysis, and hazard assessments.

  • Actively promotes and complies with company HSE policies, procedures, and safety campaigns.

  • Provides support as part of the installation emergency response team.

Coordination & Reporting

  • Liaises closely with the maintenance team for planned and unplanned maintenance activities affecting crane operations.

  • Reports breaches of HSE procedures promptly to supervision/management.

  • Manages operational data, waste movement logs, and contributes to maintaining plant efficiency.

  • Performs additional tasks as assigned by the Shift Supervisor or their designee.

  • Note: Duties may vary depending on operational needs and shift schedules. The role requires flexibility and a proactive approach to plant operations & maintenance support.

Desired Candidate Profile

  • Educational/Professional Qualifications/Training Certifications

    • High school diploma • High school diploma or GED

    • HSE-accredited training qualifications

    • Formal training or certification in overhead crane operation (preferred but not mandatory)

    1.4 Job Experience and Software Competencies

    • Minimum of 5–8 years in a Power, Energy-from-Waste, or heavy industrial environment

    • Prior experience operating overhead cranes in waste, industrial, or power plant settings

    • Preferred knowledge of C DCS

    • Familiarity with HSE standards and safe plant operating procedures

    • Proficient or familiar with systems used for plant operations, monitoring, and reporting, e.g.

    • Control & Monitoring Systems: SCADA/DCS dashboards, PLC interfaces, HMI panels

    • Process Control Tools: Basic knowledge of Advanced Process Control (APC) systems

    • Maintenance & Work Order Systems: CMMS tools (IBM Maximo, Infor EAM, SAP PM) for reporting equipment issues

    • Environmental & Safety Monitoring: EMS, emissions tracking systems, alarms, safety interlocks

    • Productivity & Reporting: MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint for shift logs and waste/crane operation reports

    It is a plus if the candidate has skills in the following systems:

    • SCADA/DCS configuration and alarm management

    • PLC basics or troubleshooting

    • Predictive maintenance or instrumentation monitoring software

    • ERP systems for operations or production modules

    1.5 Core Competencies

    • Safety Focus: Complies with all the health and safety regulations, safely performs work, and organizes its workspace to minimize the likelihood of an accident or other unsafe situation.

    • Technical Expertise: Practical knowledge of processes and practices in own functional area.

    • Accountability: Shows up to work on time, and follows instructions, policies, and procedures. Meets productivity standards, deadlines, and work schedules.

    • Adaptability: Demonstrate reliability, high ability to work under pressure, social competency, ability to manage conflict, assertiveness, and service-oriented. Familiarise self with new knowledge, duties, and working method arising from change.

    • Problem-Solving: Actively seeks solutions and assistance when technical challenges arise and ensures that actions taken are made based on operational directives and solving the emerging problems.

    • Team Work: Shows the ability and desire to work cooperatively with colleagues from different cultures and backgrounds.

    1.6 Additional requirements

    • Flexibility to work non-traditional hours, shifts, and on-call duties

    • Knowledge of plant and crane operating procedures, equipment, and safety standards

    • Understanding of occupational hazards and standard safety practices

    • Language: English (intermediate level)

Employment Type

    Full Time

Company Industry

  • Power Generation
  • Power Distribution
  • Energy
  • Nuclear Energy

Department / Functional Area

  • Engineering

Keywords

  • Plant Operator
  • CRANE
  • Plant Operations Support
  • EMERSON
  • SCADA
  • DCS
  • IBM Maximo
  • Infor EAM
  • SAP PM
  • PLC
  • Troubleshooting
  • CMMS
  • Overhead Crane

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AL BIHOUTH WASTE TO ENERGY

Al Bihouth Waste to Energy in Abu Dhabi is driving Abu Dhabi transformation of municipal waste into sustainable energy, supporting the UAE ambition to divert 80 percent of waste from landfills and achieve Net Zero by 2050. The state of the art facility will process approximately 900K tonnes of waste annually, generating renewable electricity to power thousands of homes and demonstrating world class waste to energy technology.

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Neddie Mercado - Sr. HR Business Partner

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