Process Technician

About Aster

Aster Chemicals and Energy (Aster) is a leading provider of chemical and energy solutions in Singapore and Southeast Asia. Aster is a joint venture led by Chandra Asri in partnership with Glencore Group. Building on the foundations of Singapore’s first oil refinery, our facilities on Pulau Bukom and Jurong Island serve as the nation’s hub for integrated refining and petrochemical production. Aster Bukom operates a 237,000 barrels per day refinery and a 1.1 million tonne per year ethylene cracker, while Aster Jurong Island produces essential petrochemicals that support industries across the region.

With over 60 years of heritage, Aster is shaping the future by driving progress and creating new opportunities for our people. From advancing energy solutions to driving petrochemical innovation, we welcome you to join us in our journey that reflects our commitment to sustainability and operational excellence in an evolving industry landscape.

Together, we can achieve more—come be a part of it.

About the job

Job Responsibilities:

The Process Technician will be performing the following:

• • Operating process units within the Production Area in accordance to Standard Operating Plan, Daily Operating Instructions and Standing Instructions and Site Health, Safety, Security, Environment procedures;
  • Operating the plant within the Design-Operating-Window and the Integrity-Operating-Window;
  • Perform structured rounds (DCS Panel/Field) and take corrective action to maintain equipment and plant operations within safe operating windows.
  • Managing plant and equipment upsets, abnormal conditions and subsequent trouble-shooting including incidents/plant emergencies and subsequent follow-up;
  • Assisting in coordination of daily maintenance planning and participating in shutdown and start-up of units;
  • Update operational procedures and prepare job pack documentation for equipment repair
  • Perform the role of Authorized Gas Tester (AGT) which includes conduct gas testing, zero energy check, issuance of permits for safe execution of maintenance tasks and turnaround activities
  • Perform sampling and basic laboratory tests
  • Contributing in keeping process materials records and to maintain good housekeeping practices;
  • Keeping log records of operational activities for optimal and thorough handover to other shifts
  • Participating in minor maintenance activities;
  • Perform the role of Auxiliary Fire Fighter if assigned in the event of emergency situations as per company policy.
  • Apply emerging technologies to perform process operational tasks
  • Operate robotic and automation technologies to perform plant surveillances and inspections
  • Perform routine field data logging and reporting
  • Use new data technologies to monitor plant and equipment performance
  • Carry out/Perform other related duties when required
  • Must be willing to perform overtime duties when required by the company
     

Job Requirements:

To be a successful candidate, you will have:

• • Nitec/Higher Nitec in Chemical Process Technology or Diploma in Chemical Engineering / Chemical & Green Technology / Clean Energy;
  • 3 or more years of relevant experience in chemical processing or oil refining / utilities e.g. steam boilers and Cogeneration for Process Units;
  • Able to operate DCS independently;
  • WSQ Qualifications in workplace safety and health for process plants/manufacturing sites
  • Mandatory HSSE competency requirement specifically on ACSSEW (confined space safety assessor);
  • Qualified as a gas tester and/or confined space assessor;
  • Flexible to perform both shift work and day-work, as well as overtime, when the need arises;
  • Fresh Graduates are welcome to apply as we have a structured In-house training programme.
     

Thank you for your interest, we regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.