Occupation

399132 Gas or Petroleum Production Technician

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OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

399132 Gas or Petroleum Production Technician

Monitors and controls equipment to pump oil and gas from wellheads, and refine and process petroleum products.

Alternative titles

  • Gas or Petroleum Plant Operator
  • Process Operator (Gas or Petroleum)
  • Process Technician (Gas or Petroleum)

Specialisations

  • Gas Compressor Turbine Operator
  • Petroleum Blending Plant Operator
  • Petroleum Terminal Plant Operator
  • Refinery Pipeline Operator

Skill level: 3

Main tasks

  • Monitors and controls equipment to pump oil and gas from wellheads
  • Operates refining and processing equipment to produce petroleum products
  • Monitors and adjusts process variables such as temperature, pressure and flow rates
  • Collects and analyses samples of oil and gas for testing
  • Monitors and controls the quality of petroleum products
  • Inspects and conducts routine maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning
  • Records and maintains production and equipment data
  • Responds to alarms and emergencies, taking appropriate action