§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

gas processing plant operator

Gas processing plant operators operate and maintain distribution equipment in a gas distribution plant.

Description

Gas processing plant operators operate and maintain distribution equipment in a gas distribution plant. They distribute gas to utility facilities or consumers, and ensure the correct pressure is maintained on gas pipelines. They also oversee compliance with scheduling and demand.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

fuel gas types of pipelines fuel distribution systems

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

gas consumption security requirements of goods transported via pipelines natural gas

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

detect flaws in pipeline infrastructure ensure correct gas pressure ensure maintenance of fuel distribution facilities ensure equipment maintenance comply with pipeline transport regulations handle gas cylinders monitor valves perform follow-up on pipeline route services prevent pipeline deterioration report on fuel distribution incidents regulate the flow of substances in pipelines ensure compliance with gas distribution schedule

OPTIONALOptional competences

operate welding equipment mitigate environmental impact of pipeline projects test pipeline infrastructure operations agree on repair arrangements repair pipelines operate soldering equipment test gas purity operate pumping equipment ensure equipment cooling read gas meter ensure regulatory compliance in pipeline infrastructures install metal gas piping ensure compliance with environmental legislation conduct routine machinery checks resolve equipment malfunctions monitor automated machines perform minor repairs to equipment

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)