Field Executive Trainee-DMD

Role purpose

This position is designed for someone who wants to build hands-on experience in operating plant equipment and understanding process routines in a safe, disciplined manner. The trainee is expected to work strictly within established safety rules, learn plant hazards, follow permit-to-work practices, and support consistent operational excellence.

Key responsibilities

• Observe and manage field equipment using SOPs, SOCs, LLF checklists, and on-demand reading instruments.
• Carry out condition checks with portable tools and take up minor troubleshooting and basic maintenance tasks.
• Coordinate with the shift superintendent and panel executive to keep operations running smoothly.
• Collect field samples and ensure they are delivered to the laboratory for analysis.
• Keep logs, records, and documentation for the assigned area and equipment up to date and accurate.

Safety and hazard management

• Look for opportunities to improve safety and contribute practical ideas that strengthen the safety culture.
• Manage hazardous materials and plant waste according to defined procedures.
• Work with contract employees to reinforce safe work practices.
• Follow safe operating limits and encourage compliance with established procedures.
• Respond as a first line of support during emergencies and help reduce risk to people and equipment.
• Work with safety engineers and other stakeholders to report, investigate, and close safety issues quickly.

Collaboration and coordination

• Partner with field executives and shift field engineers to support day-to-day plant activities.
• Maintain clear communication with contractors while ensuring tasks are executed safely and correctly.

Permits, compliance, and improvement

• Review and approve permits only after confirming the work area is safe and the requirements are met.
• Coordinate with the safety in-charge to ensure permit procedures are followed and properly recorded.
• Continuously look for ways to improve operating methods and safety practices.
• Keep learning about current safety standards, management systems such as TQM, EFQM, QCC, and 5S, and relevant technical know-how for the field.

Education required

A diploma in a relevant engineering discipline or a BSc/MSc in Chemistry is required.

Experience

Applicants should have 0 to 2 years of experience. Familiarity with field locations and plant equipment is expected. Preferred exposure includes using ODR devices, basic troubleshooting, and minor maintenance tasks.

Skills and competencies

• Technical understanding of plant field operations
• Safety procedure compliance
• Emergency response readiness
• Equipment monitoring and condition checks
• Hazard identification and control
• Permit-to-work coordination
• Logbook and documentation accuracy
• Team coordination and communication
• Problem-solving for minor faults
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Waste handling awareness
• Process discipline

Performance expectations

• Maintain at least 95% compliance with safety procedures and guidelines.
• Respond to emergencies with a 100% success rate.
• Contribute at least two safety improvement ideas every quarter.
• Complete all equipment monitoring checks as per SOPs and SOCs.
• Suggest and implement one improvement each month related to chemical handling and waste management to help reduce waste.
• Help improve operational efficiency and support a 5% rise in equipment performance over the year.

Additional notes

The role holder may be assigned other tasks by senior authorities from time to time. The responsibilities listed here are the main expectations of the role and are not intended to cover every possible activity.