Chemical Engineer - Operations Support
Placements24
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Job summary
Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Chemical Engineer for hands-on operations support at a Bloemfontein facility. You will troubleshoot, monitor processes, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plant performance and reliability.
The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering and 2–4 years of industrial experience, with a solid grasp of unit operations, process safety, and MOC procedures.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required.
- 2–4 years of industrial plant operations or process support experience.
- Strong understanding of unit operations and chemical engineering principles.
- Familiarity with process safety concepts and MOC procedures.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a Bloemfontein plant environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical support for chemical processes and address operational issues promptly.
- Monitor process parameters and KPIs to ensure optimal operation.
- Assist in implementing process modifications and minor capital projects.
- Participate in safety reviews and ensure health, safety, and environmental compliance.
- Develop and maintain operating procedures and training materials.
- Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to minimize downtime and improve efficiency.
Skills
Education
Job description
Our client is seeking a dedicated Chemical Engineer to provide essential operations support at their facility in Bloemfontein . This role is crucial for maintaining the smooth, safe, and efficient running of our manufacturing processes. You will be involved in day-to-day troubleshooting, process monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineer to gain broad experience across various operational aspects within the chemical industry, contributing directly to plant performance and reliability.
- Provide technical support for chemical processes, addressing operational issues promptly.
- Monitor process parameters and key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure optimal plant operation.
- Assist in the implementation of process modifications and minor capital projects.
- Participate in safety reviews and ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Develop and maintain operational procedures and training materials.
- Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to minimize downtime and improve efficiency.
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering .
- 2-4 years of experience in an industrial plant operations or process support role.
- Good understanding of chemical engineering principles and unit operations.
- Familiarity with process safety concepts and MOC (Management of Change) procedures.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a plant environment in Bloemfontein .
- Competitive salary package.
- Comprehensive health insurance and retirement fund.
- Opportunities for skill development and career progression.
- Stable employment with a reputable company.
- Exposure to a variety of chemical manufacturing processes.
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