CNG Machine Operator

Role Description The CNG Station Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and uninterrupted operation of the CNG Mother Station and all associated equipment, including compressors, dispensers, cascades, priority panels, gas dryers, control systems, emergency shutdown systems, and station utilities. The operator ensures compliance with safety procedures, monitors equipment performance, maintains operational records, supports routine inspections, and assists in maintaining continuous gas availability for downstream operations.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Operate the CNG station safely and efficiently to ensure uninterrupted gas compression, storage, and dispatch activities.
• Monitor and record key operating parameters including suction pressure, discharge pressure, storage bank pressure, compressor status, temperatures, running hours, and gas flow rates.
• Conduct routine station inspections and identify abnormalities such as gas leaks, unusual noises, vibration, overheating, or equipment malfunction.
• Perform start-up, shutdown, and operational checks in accordance with approved operating procedures and OEM guidelines.
• Ensure proper operation of dispensers, priority panels, cascade systems, valves, and associated equipment.
• Verify the health status of emergency shutdown systems, gas detectors, flame detectors, alarms, and firefighting systems.
• Maintain accurate shift logs, operational records, inspection checklists, and daily reports.
• Coordinate with maintenance personnel during preventive maintenance and breakdown activities.
• Ensure safe loading and unloading of cascades, daughter station vehicles, or mobile cascades where applicable.
• Maintain high standards of safety, housekeeping, and operational discipline throughout the station.