Engineer (Chemical) – Ceylon Petroleum Corporation

Recruitment of Engineers on a Contract Basis for the Tanks Development Project at the Trincomalee Tank Farm Complex belonging to Ceylon Petroleum Corporation.

Applications are invited from citizens of Sri Lanka to be considered for the undermentioned Post.

Service condition:

• Contract Basis for 1 Year.

Job Description:

• Lead the process design for tank farm storage systems, including tank layout, piping, and pumping systems.
• Develop P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), material balance, and process flow diagrams (PFDs), using AutoCAD Plant 3D, Aspen, and Visio.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, electrical, civil) to integrate process designs into the overall facility layout.
• Prepare detailed process specifications, control philosophies, and HAZOP (Hazard and Operability) studies.
• Write and review SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) for safe handling, storage, and transfer of liquids.
• Ensure all designs meet environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments and participate in safety audits to comply with industry standards (API, NFPA, OSHA).
• Develop emergency response plans and procedures for spill containment, fire, and other tank farm hazards.
• Assist in budget planning, cost estimation, and timeline management for tank farm construction and maintenance, and be able to use MS Project, Primavera P6.
• Oversee contractors and vendors, ensuring quality control and timely completion of project milestones.
• Coordinate with procurement to source materials and equipment that meet project specifications.
• Support commissioning and start-up activities, conducting testing to verify system performance.
• Troubleshoot operational issues, optimizing process parameters to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance tank farm reliability, capacity, and safety.
• Performing/involved in any other related duties entrusted by the PMU and the Higher Management when and where necessary.

Salary Scale:

• Rs. 350,000.00 (Including all allowances.

Age Limit:

• Should not be more than 45 years of age as at closing date of applications (The maximum age limit will not be applicable to those who are in the service of the Government Departments, Corporations, Boards and Statutory Bodies)

Fringe Benefits:

• The Project will contribute 12% of the salary towards the EPF whilst the employee will have to contribute 08%. The Corporation will also contribute 3% of the salary towards the ETF.
• Note:- This contractual appointment will not entitle or legally bind any permanent appointment in the Corporation.