steam turbine operator

Description

Steam turbine operators operate and maintain machinery which generates power. They ensure the safety of the operations and monitor operations to detect problems, and react to emergency situations.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

types of steam engines mechanics thermodynamics

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

electricity manufacturing of steam generators automation technology

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

operate steam turbine adjust cylinder valves use testing equipment monitor valves ensure compliance with environmental legislation conduct routine machinery checks use personal protection equipment identify hazards in the workplace

OPTIONALOptional competences

manage emergency procedures arrange equipment repairs enforce fuel storage regulations operate stationary steam engine collaborate with engineers perform maintenance on installed equipment react to mining emergencies maintain records of maintenance interventions ensure equipment cooling manage fuel inventory operate automated process control operate boiler create incident reports resolve equipment malfunctions monitor automated machines perform minor repairs to equipment