Introduction

What are you going to do 

We are seeking an experienced SRU Field Operator to support safe, reliable, and efficient operations within a refinery Sulfur Recovery Unit and associated sulfur-block facilities. The role will be responsible for field operation, monitoring, startup/shutdown, troubleshooting, equipment isolation, and process surveillance of SRU, TGTU, ARU, SWS and associated sulfur-handling systems.

The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on experience with Claus process operations, including reaction furnaces, waste heat boilers, sulfur condensers, reheaters, catalytic reactors, tail-gas treatment systems, incinerators, pumps, compressors, blowers and heat exchangers. Experience with acid-gas handling, H₂S/SO₂ ratio control, sulfur recovery optimization, process troubleshooting and abnormal situation handling is highly desirable.

The position also requires practical knowledge of PTW, LOTO, gas testing, equipment isolation/de-isolation, P&ID/PFD interpretation, process sampling, emergency response and HSE/process safety procedures, with the ability to coordinate effectively with DCS/Control Room Operators and Maintenance teams.

  • 5+ years of hands-on Field Operator experience in refinery, petrochemical, chemical or oil & gas processing facilities.
  • Direct SRU/Claus operating experience is mandatory.
  • Hands-on exposure to TGTU, ARU and SWS preferred/required.
  • Experience with startup, shutdown, commissioning and troubleshooting.
  • Strong knowledge of PTW, LOTO, gas testing and safe isolation.
  • Experience handling H₂S, acid gas and molten sulfur.
  • Ability to monitor process parameters and identify abnormal operating conditions.
  • Good understanding of refinery operating procedures, HSE and process safety requirements.
  • Ability to work rotational shifts and in high-risk hydrocarbon processing environments.
  • Chemical/Process Engineering or relevant technical qualification preferred.

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • 5+ years of hands-on Field Operator experience in refinery, petrochemical, chemical or oil & gas processing facilities.
  • Direct SRU/Claus operating experience is mandatory.
  • Hands-on exposure to TGTU, ARU and SWS preferred/required.
  • Experience with startup, shutdown, commissioning and troubleshooting.
  • Strong knowledge of PTW, LOTO, gas testing and safe isolation.
  • Experience handling H₂S, acid gas and molten sulfur.
  • Ability to monitor process parameters and identify abnormal operating conditions.
  • Understanding of refinery operating procedures, HSE and process safety requirements.
  • Ability to work rotational shifts and in high-risk hydrocarbon processing environments.

What we offer

Closing: 12 September 2026

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Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: PR-296812

MSK

Corporate recruiter

Mohammad Sonu Khan

Contact

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

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