Petroleum Refinery Equipment Operator
せきゆせいせいせつびオペレーター
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that operates chemical process equipment such as heating and distillation of crude oil to produce petroleum products like gasoline and kerosene.
Description
Petroleum refinery equipment operators operate and monitor plants from crude oil intake through atmospheric and vacuum distillation units, catalytic reforming units, desulfurization units, etc., to produce petroleum products such as gasoline, naphtha, kerosene, heavy oil, and LPG. They monitor process parameters, make adjustments based on quality analysis data, perform equipment inspections and routine maintenance, and handle initial responses to abnormalities, while complying with safety and environmental standards. They are also required to make improvement proposals to maintain plant operation rates and improve product yields.
Future Outlook
Due to energy policies and decarbonization demands, energy-saving and environmental measures are advancing, and the demand for skilled operators remains stable. With the introduction of smart plants and automation technologies, the market value of personnel with control technologies and digital skills will increase further in the future.
Personality Traits
Calm / Cautious / Sharp observation skills / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Night shifts available / Safety training provided / Shift work / Stationed at plant
Career Path
Operator (Junior) → Senior Operator → Operation Leader / Team Leader → Plant Engineer → Operation Manager → Safety Manager
Required Skills
Chemical engineering (catalytic reactions) / Operation monitoring of process control equipment / Reading instrumentation / Safety procedures and emergency response
Recommended Skills
Basic knowledge of LC/GC analysis / Basic knowledge of maintenance inspections / DCS operation and programming / Reading English technical documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even minor changes in operating conditions can affect product quality. |
| Problem Solving | Because rapid identification of causes is necessary during equipment troubles or abnormalities. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because emergency responses may occur in high-temperature and high-pressure environments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine tasks, so creative thinking is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Hazardous Materials Handler (Class B Type 2)
- High-Pressure Gas Manufacturing Safety Manager
Aliases
- Petroleum Refining Operator
- Refining Plant Operator
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- Chemical Plant Operator
- Petrochemical Engineer