Central Control Room Operator

Through its 2026 KSA technical recruitment campaign, ACWA Operations is recruiting Central Control Room Operators for upcoming openings at power generation and water desalination plants across Saudi Arabia. Applicants need hands-on experience in either RO desalination or CCGT power generation.

Central control room operator job details in Saudi Arabia

Operators run the plant through DCS/SCADA systems and work in shifts, including support during emergencies, start-ups and shutdowns. Applications received on time are considered for the December recruitment campaigns, and the ad notes that registering does not guarantee an interview or offer.

Responsibilities

• Controlling plant equipment and processes through DCS/SCADA under approved procedures
• Overseeing either RO desalination systems (pretreatment, high-pressure pumps, membrane trains, energy recovery, water quality) or CCGT systems (gas turbines, HRSGs, steam turbines, generators, balance of plant)
• Watching parameters, alarms and trends and taking authorized corrective action on abnormalities
• Carrying out start-ups, shutdowns, changeovers and emergency procedures
• Coordinating isolations, permits to work and return to service with field operators and Shift Supervisors
• Keeping shift logs, defect reports and handover records
• Tracking plant chemistry and water quality with laboratory and field teams

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of DCS, SCADA and PLC systems
• Experience in RO desalination processes or CCGT plant operations
• Ability to interpret alarms and trends and troubleshoot operational issues
• Knowledge of start-up, shutdown, emergency response, permit-to-work and isolation practices
• Analytical thinking, attention to detail, communication and teamwork

Preferred qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• Awareness of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001

How to apply

Candidates can apply using the button below, and shortlisted applicants are contacted by the Talent Acquisition team.