Gas Compressor & Gas Pumping Station Operators
Code: 53-7071.00Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Stable Growth
Active demand across the UK workforce
Role Overview & What They Do
Operate steam-, gas-, electric motor-, or internal combustion-engine driven compressors. Transmit, compress, or recover gases, such as butane, nitrogen, hydrogen, and natural gas.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Compressor Operator
Compressor Station Operator
Compressor Technician
Fill Plant Operator
Filler
Liquefied Natural Gas Plant Operator (LNG Plant Operator)
Pipeline Technician
Plant Operator
Terminal Operator
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Monitor meters and pressure gauges to determine consumption rate variations, temperatures, and pressures.
- Respond to problems by adjusting control room equipment or instructing other personnel to adjust equipment at problem locations or in other control areas.
- Record instrument readings and operational changes in operating logs.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gas Compressor & Gas Pumping Station Operators
Salaries for a Gas Compressor & Gas Pumping Station Operators vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.
Most employers hiring for a Gas Compressor & Gas Pumping Station Operators in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.
Essential skills and tooling for a Gas Compressor & Gas Pumping Station Operators include: Industry standard competencies, tooling, and methods. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
The UK job market maintains steady employment demand for qualified Gas Compressor & Gas Pumping Station Operators professionals across diverse sectors.
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Salaries vary depending on region, certifications, and years of experience.
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