chemistry
The composition, structure, and properties of substances and the processes and transformations that they undergo; the uses of different chemicals and their interactions, production techniques, risk factors, and disposal methods.
Refinery shift managers supervise staff, manage plant and equipment, optimise production and ensure safety at the oil refinery on a day-to-day basis.
Competences and skills
22 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
2 competenceselectricity
The principles of electricity and electrical power circuits, as well as the associated risks.
Essential skills and competences 13 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
4 competencesdeal with pressure from unexpected circumstances
Strive to achieve objectives despite the pressures arising from unexpected factors outside of your control.
monitor distillation processes
Identify and report problems or potential hazards by monitoring instruments, indicators and meters. Inspect pipelines; lubricate valves or tighten connections if necessary.
verify distillation safety
Inspect total amount of oil in storage tanks; ensure safety of distillation activities; ensure compliance to legal regulations.
verify oil circulation
Ensure that incoming and outgoing oil circulates through correct meters. Ensure that meters work properly.
Cross-sector
9 competencesensure compliance with safety legislation
Implement safety programmes to comply with national laws and legislation. Ensure that equipment and processes are compliant with safety regulations.
keep task records
Organise and classify records of prepared reports and correspondence related to the performed work and progress records of tasks.
manage emergency procedures
React quickly in case of emergency and set planned emergency procedures in motion.
manage staff
Manage employees and subordinates, working in a team or individually, to maximise their performance and contribution. Schedule their work and activities, give instructions, motivate and direct the workers to meet the company objectives. Monitor and measure how an employee undertakes their responsibilities and how well these activities are executed. Identify areas for improvement and make suggestions to achieve this. Lead a group of people to help them achieve goals and maintain an effective working relationship among staff.
plan shifts of employees
Plans shifts of employees to ensure completion of all customer orders and satisfactory completion of the production plan.
present reports
Display results, statistics and conclusions to an audience in a transparent and straightforward way.
set equipment controls
Manipulate equipment controls to produce required volumes and required product quality. Take into account lab recommendations, schedules and test results.
supervise staff
Oversee the selection, training, performance and motivation of staff.
troubleshoot
Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.
Optional knowledge 1 competence
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
1 competencemathematics
Mathematics is the study of topics such as quantity, structure, space, and change. It involves the identification of patterns and formulating new conjectures based on them. Mathematicians strive to prove the truth or falsity of these conjectures. There are many fields of mathematics, some of which are widely used for practical applications.
Optional skills and competences 6 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
4 competencesanalyse oil operations data
Record and process oil operating data. Comprehend and analyse documents, instruments and data results of laboratory analyses.
identify process improvements
Identify possible improvements to operational and financial performance, in order to increase productivity, efficiency, quality, and streamline procedures.
operate distillation equipment
Operate control panels and other distillation equipment, in order to monitor and adjust product flow, pressure, temperature, etc.
perform oil tests
Perform oil sample tests in order to determine product quality; operate centrifugal testing equipment to assess levels of water, bottom sediment or foreign materials.
Cross-sector
2 competencesmanage heavy equipment
Supervise the operation of heavy-duty equipment. Compute the availability of the equipment. Schedule maintenance periods.
think proactively
Take initiatives to come up with improvements.