ISCO Occupation Group 3131.1 Power Production Plant Operator

From Open Risk Manual

Definition

Power Production Plant Operator: Power production plant operators maintain and operate the equipment in power stations and other energy production plants. They repair faults, operate machinery directly or from a control room, and handle materials related to electricity production in compliance with safety and environmental procedures. They facilitate interaction between electrical energy facilities, ensuring that distribution occurs safely.

Essential Skills

  • Monitor Automated Machines
  • Electrical Power Safety Regulations
  • Automation Technology
  • Electric Current
  • Monitor Electric Generators
  • Electricity
  • Conduct Routine Machinery Checks
  • Resolve Equipment Malfunctions
  • Use Remote Control Equipment
  • Electric Generators
  • Ensure Equipment Maintenance
  • Wear Appropriate Protective Gear
  • Maintain Power Plant Machinery
  • Mechanics
  • Maintain Electrical Equipment
  • Respond To Electrical Power Contingencies


Optional Skills

  • Inspect Wind Turbines
  • Types Of Wind Turbines
  • Ensure Compliance With Electricity Distribution Schedule
  • Operate Hydraulic Machinery Controls
  • Hydroelectricity
  • Biomass Conversion
  • Control Temperature
  • Operate Boiler
  • Fossil Fuels
  • Electricity Consumption
  • Arrange Equipment Repairs
  • Operate Steam Turbine
  • Liaise With Engineers
  • Operate Automated Process Control
  • Renewable Energy Technologies
  • Nuclear Energy
  • Perform Minor Repairs To Equipment
  • Develop Strategies For Electricity Contingencies
  • Maintain Records Of Maintenance Interventions
  • Ensure Safety In Electrical Power Operations


Alternative Names

  • Wind Plant Operator
  • Electric Power Station Worker
  • Power Station Operative Worker
  • Electricity Generation Operator
  • Electric Power Station Operator
  • Power Station Worker
  • Generating Station Operator
  • Power Station Operator
  • Biomass Plant Operator
  • Electricity Generating Plant Operative
  • Power Plant Operator
  • Electricity Generation Plant Operator
  • Electricity Generation Plant Worker
  • Electricity Generation Worker
  • Electricity Generation Operative
  • Electric Power Station Operative
  • Electricity Generating Plant Worker


Specializations

Specialization Title
C3131.1.2 ISCO Specialization 3131.1.2 Electrical Transmission System Operator
C3131.1.8 ISCO Specialization 3131.1.8 Solar Power Plant Operator
C3131.1.1 ISCO Specialization 3131.1.1 Electrical Power Distributor
C3131.1.4 ISCO Specialization 3131.1.4 Geothermal Power Plant Operator
C3131.1.6 ISCO Specialization 3131.1.6 Nuclear Reactor Operator
C3131.1.3 ISCO Specialization 3131.1.3 Fossil Fuel Power Plant Operator
C3131.1.5 ISCO Specialization 3131.1.5 Hydroelectric Plant Operator
C3131.1.9 ISCO Specialization 3131.1.9 Steam Turbine Operator
C3131.1.7 ISCO Specialization 3131.1.7 Power Plant Control Room Operator

Higher Level