mechanical engineering
Discipline that applies principles of physics, engineering and materials science to design, analyse, manufacture and maintain mechanical systems.
Pipeline pump operators tend pump equipment and systems to transfer liquids and substances (e.g. such as chemical solutions, crude oil, gases, and others) from one point to the next. They operate hoses, pumps, and other equipment according to the good to be transferred. They ensure smooth circulation and flow of the goods in the pipelines.
Competences and skills
30 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 3 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencespipeline coating properties
Pipeline coating properties such as external anti-corrosion, internal coating, concrete weight coating, thermal insulation, and others.
Cross-sector
1 competencemechanics
Theoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.
Essential skills and competences 15 competences
Occupation specific
1 competencetransfer liquid goods
Use appropriate equipment and tools to transfer liquid goods from storage vessels to pipelines and vice versa.
Sector-specific
8 competencesact with a high level of safety awareness
Ensure high levels of safety awareness; use personal protection equipment; communicate with staff members and provide advice on health and safety issues.
contribute to bilge and ballast operations
Help operate and service the bilge and ballast systems. Report incidents during or after transfer operations. Correctly measure and report tank levels.
monitor storage vessels used to transport goods via pipeline
Monitor storage vessels for specific goods such as gases, liquids, crude oil, and others. Check gauge levels and other storage requirements depending on the type of goods.
operate hydraulic pumps
Operate hydraulic pumping systems.
operate pumping equipment
Operate pumping equipment and control oil and gas pumping systems. Manipulate control panels to adjust pressure and temperature, as well as to direct product flow rate and to monitor liquid circulation in petroleum refinery. Oversee gas and oil transport from wellheads to refineries or storage facilities.
regulate the flow of substances in pipelines
Control of the flow of substances such as gases, chemicals, oils, and other materials transported via pipelines and pump stations.
transfer oil
Prepare specific volumes of refined and unrefined materials for storage; transfer materials that require further processing.
use rigging equipment
Set up rolling and lifting equipment required to lift and move objects e.g. with a crane or block and tackle system.
Cross-sector
6 competencesapply health and safety standards
Adhere to standards of hygiene and safety established by respective authorities.
maintain pipeline coating properties
Perform maintenance to pipelines and their coating properties by applying chemicals and techniques. Maintain external anti-corrosion, internal coating, concrete weight coating, thermal insulation, and other coating properties.
maintain tanks
Clean and keep in adequate condition tanks, basins, and filter beds using hand tools and power tools.
monitor gauge
Oversee the data presented by a gauge concerning the measurement of pressure, temperature, thickness of a material, and others.
prevent pipeline deterioration
Ensure the conservation of pipelines by undertaking adequate maintenance of the system and its coating properties. Prevent corrosion formation, leaks, and other problems.
pump products
Operate pumping machines according to specific procedures and depending on the kind of product. Ensure correct quantities and adequate feeding for the process.
Optional knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competencerigging terminology
Terms for lifting equipment, lifting accessories, slings, shackles, wires, ropes, chains, cables and nets.
Cross-sector
1 competencetechnical drawings
Drawing software and the various symbols, perspectives, units of measurement, notation systems, visual styles and page layouts used in technical drawings.
digital
Optional skills and competences 10 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencesmanage fuelling system
Contribute to the operation of fuel system and oil transfer operations, including: preparations for fuelling and transfer operations, procedures for connecting and disconnecting fuelling and transfer hoses, procedures relating to incidents that may arise during fuelling or transferring operations, securing from fuelling and transfer operations, ability to correctly measure and report tank levels.
monitor fuel storage tanks
Monitor on site above ground diesel or gasoline. Location and management according to commonly accepted industry practice. Ensure underground storage tanks are regularly tested and found to be leak-proof. In case of leaks prepare a remedial plan to remove tanks and clean contaminated soils.
operate hydraulic jack lift
Operate hydraulic jack lift or truck to move goods before or after bundling.
Cross-sector
7 competencesadjust tightness of pump components
Tighten or unscrew pump parts using hand and power tools. Maintenance of tubing, casing and pump rods.
consult technical resources
Read and interpret technical resources such as digital or paper drawings and adjustment data in order to properly set up a machine or working tool, or to assemble mechanical equipment.
handle chemicals
Safely handle industrial chemicals; use them efficiently and ensure that no harm is done to the environment.
operate lifting equipment
Transport heavy objects using lifting equipment such as cranes, forklifts etc.
operate soldering equipment
Use soldering equipment to melt and join together pieces of metal or steel, such as a soldering gun, soldering torch, gas-powered iron, and others.
operate welding equipment
Use welding equipment to melt and join together pieces of metal or steel, wearing protective eyewear during the working process.
use personal protection equipment
Make use of protection equipment according to training, instruction and manuals. Inspect the equipment and use it consistently.