Chemical Engineer - Plant Operations

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Training & development

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a hands-on Chemical Engineer for our Benoni-based plant operations team. You will monitor process performance, troubleshoot issues, and drive minor improvements to sustain safe, efficient production.

You will work closely with operators and maintenance, upholding SHE standards and helping develop SOPs to ensure reliable equipment and compliant practices across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Experience in chemical plant operations or process engineering in a manufacturing environment.
• Solid understanding of chemical plant equipment, unit operations, and process control.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and environmental regulations relevant to chemical manufacturing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Monitor plant operations, analyze process data, and identify deviations from optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot process upsets and implement immediate corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Support the implementation of process improvement projects and modifications.
• Ensure strict adherence to all safety, health, and environmental (SHE) protocols within the plant.
• Assist in developing and updating standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to ensure equipment reliability and availability.

Skills

Process monitoring

Troubleshooting

Process optimization

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a hands-on and proactive Chemical Engineer to join their plant operations team in Benoni . This role is essential for ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable day-to-day functioning of our chemical manufacturing facility. You will be responsible for process monitoring, troubleshooting operational issues, implementing minor process improvements, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. Working closely with plant operators and maintenance personnel, you will play a key role in maintaining optimal production output and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to gain deep operational experience in the chemical industry within the dynamic Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor plant operations, analyze process data, and identify deviations from optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot process upsets and implement immediate corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Support the implementation of process improvement projects and modifications.
• Ensure strict adherence to all safety, health, and environmental (SHE) protocols within the plant.
• Assist in developing and updating standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to ensure equipment reliability and availability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering .
• Experience in chemical plant operations or process engineering in a manufacturing environment.
• Solid understanding of chemical plant equipment, unit operations, and process control.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and environmental regulations relevant to chemical manufacturing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for team collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training and professional development.
• Stable work environment with opportunities for career growth within the company.
• Located in Benoni , offering accessibility and a strong industrial presence.