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Is being a chemical equipment operator a good fit for you?

Runs and watches equipment that causes chemical changes in products, such as large kettles and reaction vessels.

What the work involves

  • Follows safety precautions to prevent fires and explosions.
  • Walks through work areas to spot leaks, equipment faults and operating conditions.
  • Monitors gauges, recorders, flow meters and products to keep conditions right.
  • Inspects equipment for leaks and faults, shutting it down if necessary.

The interests that suit it

People in this work tend to be hands-on and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.

Hands-onStrong. Building, fixing, and working with tools, machines, animals or the outdoors.
CuriousLow. Finding things out, solving problems, and working with ideas and data.
CreativeLow. Making things: art, writing, music, design and performance.
HelpingLow. Teaching, caring for and supporting people.
PersuadingLow. Leading, selling, and making the calls.
OrganisingSome. Keeping things in order: records, numbers and systems.

How much training it needs

Fast start. Little or some training needed. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.

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