Chemical Engineer - Petrochemical

Placements24; Welkom; Presencial; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Career advancement opportunities

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 seeks a Chemical Engineer to join its Welkom operation in the Free State. You will oversee day-to-day plant processes, monitor parameters, and troubleshoot deviations while supporting safety and environmental compliance in a demanding petrochemical environment.

You will work with experienced professionals on process safety, debottlenecking studies, and capacity improvement projects to enhance efficiency and product quality.

Qualificações

• B.Eng. or B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering.
• 3-5 years of experience in a chemical plant environment, preferably petrochemicals or refining.
• Strong understanding of unit operations relevant to petrochemical processing (e.g., distillation, cracking, reaction engineering).
• Experience with process control systems and instrumentation.
• Proficiency in process safety principles and risk assessment techniques.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a demanding operational environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to high standards of safety and environmental performance.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee day-to-day chemical processes within the plant.
• Monitor process parameters and equipment performance, implementing adjustments as needed.
• Troubleshoot process deviations and equipment malfunctions, leading to timely resolutions.
• Participate in process safety management (PSM) activities, including HAZOP studies.
• Identify and implement projects to improve process efficiency, yield, and product quality.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Support the maintenance and reliability teams with technical expertise.
• Develop and update operational procedures and training materials.
• Contribute to debottlenecking studies and capacity improvement projects.

Conhecimentos

Process engineering

HJSA knowledge

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Formação académica

B.Eng. or B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering

Ferramentas

Process control systems

Instrumentation

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the petrochemical industry, is seeking a dedicated Chemical Engineer to join their operational team in Welkom, Free State. This role is critical for managing and improving the complex processes involved in petrochemical refining and production. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring operational efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive engineer to contribute to large-scale industrial operations in a key economic region of South Africa. You will work closely with a team of experienced professionals, applying your knowledge to real-world industrial challenges. The role requires a hands-on approach and a commitment to operational excellence within the Welkom area.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day chemical processes within the plant.
• Monitor process parameters and equipment performance, implementing adjustments as needed.
• Troubleshoot process deviations and equipment malfunctions, leading to timely resolutions.
• Participate in process safety management (PSM) activities, including HAZOP studies.
• Identify and implement projects to improve process efficiency, yield, and product quality.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Support the maintenance and reliability teams with technical expertise.
• Develop and update operational procedures and training materials.
• Contribute to debottlenecking studies and capacity improvement projects.

Requirements

• B.Eng. or B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering.
• 3-5 years of experience in a chemical plant environment, preferably in petrochemicals or refining.
• Strong understanding of unit operations relevant to petrochemical processing (e.g., distillation, cracking, reaction engineering).
• Experience with process control systems and instrumentation.
• Proficiency in process safety principles and risk assessment techniques.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a demanding operational environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to high standards of safety and environmental performance.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive remuneration package, including a good base salary, performance incentives, medical aid, and retirement fund contributions.
• They provide a stable and secure working environment with ample opportunities for career advancement within the petrochemical sector.
• The role is based in Welkom , offering access to local amenities and a community-focused setting.