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3133 - Chemical processing plant controllers
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chemical processing plant controller

Technicians and associate professionals

Science and engineering associate professionals

Process control technicians

Chemical processing plant controllers

chemical processing plant controller

Concept overview

Code

3133.1

Description

Chemical processing plant controllers control the chemical production process. They operate machines and systems, being responsible to monitor and maintain the equipment and the instruments in control.

Alternative Labels

chemical operator

chemical plant and system operator

chemical plant and systems monitor

chemical plant and systems monitoring technician

chemical plant and systems operator

chemical plant operations technician

chemical plant process operator

chemical plant systems technician

process plant operator

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

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DG Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion of the European Commission developed ESCO in collaboration with stakeholders and with the European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (Cedefop).

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Current version: ESCO v1.2 (Last update 15/05/2024)