Coal Handling Field Operator

Requirements:

• Minimum Senior High School (SMK) or Diploma (D3) in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field

• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in coal handling operations, bulk material handling, or power plant field operations

• Strong understanding of coal handling systems, including conveyors, stacker & reclaimer, crushers, feeders, and coal bunkers

• Good knowledge of coal characteristics, material flow, spillage control, and fire prevention in coal handling areas

• Familiar with power plant safety systems, including Permit to Work (PTW), Lock Out / Tag Out (LOTO), and working at height procedures

• Ability to read and understand basic equipment drawings, operational flow diagrams, and SOPs

• Good communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills

• Physically fit and able to work in hot, dusty, noisy environments and rotating shift schedules

• Basic English communication skills are an advantage

Job Desc:

• Operate and monitor coal handling facilities to ensure continuous, safe, and reliable coal supply to the boiler in accordance with operational requirements

• Perform startup, normal operation, load adjustment, and shutdown of coal handling equipment following approved SOPs and shift instructions

• Conduct routine field inspections of coal handling systems, identifying abnormalities such as belt misalignment, blockages, spillage, abnormal vibration, or overheating

• Monitor coal flow, coal size, and equipment condition to support stable boiler operation and minimize disturbances

• Perform housekeeping activities in coal handling areas to prevent dust accumulation, spillage, fire hazards, and unsafe conditions

• Support preventive and corrective maintenance activities by coordinating with maintenance teams and assisting during breakdowns and shutdowns

• Ensure strict compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations, including PTW, LOTO, confined space, and working-at-height requirements

• Operate and monitor dust suppression and fire protection systems in coal handling areas

• Record operational data, inspection findings, and shift activities in log sheets and reporting systems

• Communicate effectively during shift handover to ensure continuity of operations and awareness of plant conditions

• Participate actively in safety meetings, toolbox talks, emergency drills, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational reliability and safety culture