driftspersonell

Driftspersonell is a term used to describe the personnel responsible for the day-to-day operation and monitoring of a facility or system, such as a power plant, refinery, chemical plant, data center, or other process-heavy installation. They ensure that processes run within design parameters, maintain safety and reliability, and respond to anomalies.

Typical roles include control room operators who monitor instrumentation and control systems, field operators on the plant floor, maintenance technicians, instrument technicians, shift supervisors, and process engineers. Responsibilities encompass monitoring process variables via SCADA or DCS, starting and stopping equipment, adjusting setpoints, performing routine and corrective maintenance, implementing start-up and shutdown procedures, and coordinating with maintenance teams. They also investigate alarms, document operational incidents, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and energy use.

Qualifications vary by country and facility but commonly require a technical diploma or apprenticeship in electrical, mechanical, or process technology, along with training in control systems, safety, and permit-to-work procedures. Ongoing training is typical, covering equipment, safety rules, and incident reporting. Work environments include control rooms and field locations, often involving shift work, night work, and exposure to industrial hazards.

Regulatory and safety considerations govern driftspersonell duties, with emphasis on risk management, lockout-tagout, personal protective equipment, and emergency response. The career path may lead from operator to shift supervisor, and later to operations management or process engineering. Related terms include process operator and control room operator.