DCS Operator, Process

The Process DCS Operator reports to the Process Shift Supervisor and serves as the primary point of contact during each shift for monitoring and initiating operating activities from the control room. This role is critical to ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the LNG facility. 

The Process DCS Operator works closely with all facility operations personnel, as well as supervisors, managers, and directors within the Operations and Maintenance departments, to manage and optimize the LNG liquefaction facility. This is a leadership position that requires a strong understanding of and qualification in DCS and SIS (Safety instrumented systems), pretreatment, liquefaction, storage, loading, utilities, and emergency management systems. 

Responsibilities: 

• Operate the DCS control console to monitor and regulate process variables and control the flow of process and utility streams in accordance with approved schedules. 

• Operate assigned process areas in full compliance with company safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, including permit and operating limits, to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. Promptly report safety and environmental concerns, incidents, and deviations to the shift team. 

• Ensure emergency response systems are available and functional, act as the first line of incident control, and complete all required safety and environmental documentation. 

• Coordinate normal operations as well as start-ups and shutdowns (planned and emergency) in collaboration with field operators. 

• Perform basic process calculations, including material balances and key operating parameters. 

• Support pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up, and initial operation of the LNG facility as an active member of integrated commissioning and start-up teams alongside the EPC contractor. 

• Record, compile, monitor, and report operating data and key process performance indicators. 

• Serve as the central point of control for shift operations via the DCS, directing field operators and communicating critical process changes to supervision and affected upstream or downstream units. 

• Evaluate and provide feedback on proposed operational changes and coordinate their implementation with field operators. 

• Control the process within the defined operating envelope and established procedures to meet LNG production targets and product specifications, while continuously monitoring process stability and reliability. 

• Troubleshoot process deviations and respond to process upsets and emergencies in accordance with approved procedures. 

• Balance safe production, equipment reliability, operating costs, and environmental compliance through effective process control. 

• Monitor and coordinate process interconnections across the LNG facility to maximize overall reliability and production. 

• Review operating schedules, logs, and laboratory results to determine necessary adjustments to equipment controls to achieve required product quality and quantity. 

• Maintain and enhance technical knowledge and skills by completing required refresher and competency-based training. 

• Participate in training programs and serve as a mentor by providing on-the-job training, meaningful work assignments, and progress evaluations for trainees. 

• Provide technical support during shift operations, identify reliability issues, and ensure they are communicated to the appropriate departments for resolution. 

• Contribute to the development and revision of operating procedures and manuals. 

• Participate in the development and delivery of the Operations Training Program and mentor plant operators through structured on-the-job training and performance monitoring. 

• Collaborate with foreign experts during the initial operating period to facilitate effective transfer of technical knowledge and best practices. 

Qualifications: 

Required Education: 

• Associate degree in related field, relevant military training or equivalent experience.

• High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) is required.   

Licensing and Certifications:

• Must maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card in good standing status.

• Must possess and maintain a valid state-issued driver’s license in good standing.

Direct Reports: 

None 

Freedom To Act: 

Process DCS Operator requires minimal supervision. 

Work Conditions: 

• Job is performed in an industrial plant environment. 

• Limited travel and temporary assignment required as business conditions dictate. 

• Subject to drug & alcohol testing, per applicable federal regulations or as required by Venture Global LNG. 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, work at height above ground on stairs and catwalks, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk or hear, smell, type and write.  

• Must be able to board a ship via a gangway, climb to the top of a tank (200+ steps), scale vertical steel ladder up to forty feet or more in height and lift and move objects weighting up to 30 pounds. 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work indoors & outdoors, and be exposed to year-round weather conditions, ocean environment, and noise. There are a considerable number of outdoor activities involved. 

• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

• Required to pass regularly scheduled physical examinations mandated by regulatory authorities. 

• Required to obtain mandated certification by attending company-sponsored training in basic first aid, CPR, AED & LNG firefighting.