Career - Power Generation Plant Operator

Power Generation Plant Operators will control the flow of fuel to boilers and make sure that the machinery is working properly and also control the flow of water in hydroelectric power stations and ensure that the machinery is working correctly. They will operate control instruments to switch off lines or equipment and to connect alternative circuits and will also check instruments and switchboards to make sure that all systems are working efficiently to detect line disturbances and to check the flow of power. They will be in charge to find faults and perform basic repairs in mechanical, electrical and process control equipment and coordinate specialist repairs. They will shut down or start up boilers or turbines to decrease or increase power output and will operate power switches for safety of crews and to avoid interruptions during repairs. They need to undertake safe work procedures to isolate plant machinery and equipment for maintenance and repair. They will compile records and reports on equipment performance, instrument readings and switching operations. They will be in charge to clean, lubricate and repair equipment. They will control processes and equipment associated with inputs for power generation such as fuel, chemicals and water and will also control processes and equipment associated with management of by-products to minimise their environmental impact. They will also respond to emergencies such as fire and environmental hazards.

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