Operates boilers, turbogenerators and associated plant to generate electrical power. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks & Responsibilities
Controlling equipment performing continuous and batch processes to process chemicals and natural gas, manufacture refined petroleum products, and blend petroleum base stocks to produce commercial fuels, lubricating oils and asphalt
Controlling the preparation, measuring and feeding of raw material and processing agents such as catalysts and filtering media into plant
Patrolling and inspecting equipment to ensure proper operation and setting operating controls on equipment
Analysing samples and readings and recording test data
Controlling records of production, quantities transferred and details of blending and pumping operations
Checking equipment for malfunctions and arranging maintenance
Operating power generation plant controls to produce required load
Monitoring operation of power generation plant and interpreting instrument readings
Authorising procedures to isolate high-voltage and low-voltage electrical apparatus and plant
Writing reports and maintaining records on equipment performance, instrument readings and switching operations
Carrying out routine operating tests
Alternative Titles
• Hydro-electric Station Operator
• Power Generation Turbine Room Operator
Assessment Documents
Trade qualification
Employment evidence
Portfolio (if required)
Passport
English test
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Power Generation Plant Operator (ANZSCO 399213) | Australian Occupation Guide