Chemical Engineer - Operations & Production Support

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hands-on experience

Exposure to diverse processes

Growth opportunities

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Chemical Engineer to provide essential Operations Support at their Paarl facility. This role ensures the safe, efficient day-to-day operation of chemical production units, acting as a key technical resource for troubleshooting and optimization.

You will monitor performance, implement continuous improvement, and collaborate with production teams to maintain output, quality, and safety, contributing to the plant's long-term success and strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 2–4 years of experience in an operational or process engineering role within a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Solid understanding of fundamental chemical engineering principles.
• Experience with process monitoring tools and data analysis.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to respond effectively to operational demands.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a plant team.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate technical support to production teams to resolve operational challenges.
• Monitor plant performance and key operating parameters, identifying deviations and implementing corrective actions.
• Participate in process hazard analyses and assist in implementing safety recommendations.
• Develop and update operating procedures and training materials for plant personnel.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product quality.
• Assist in the commissioning and start-up of new equipment or process modifications.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Process monitoring

Data analysis

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Chemical Engineer to provide essential Operations Support at their Paarl facility. This role ensures the safe, efficient day-to-day operation of chemical production units, acting as a key technical resource for troubleshooting and optimization.

You will monitor performance, implement continuous improvement, and collaborate with production teams to maintain output, quality, and safety, contributing to the plant's long-term success and strategic goals.