Chemical Engineer - Plant Operations

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Chemical Engineer to manage and optimize plant operations at their Centurion facility. This hands-on role focuses on safe, efficient operation of chemical manufacturing processes, collaborating with production teams to troubleshoot challenges and implement improvements.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering with at least five years of experience in chemical plant operations, and possess strong knowledge of process equipment, control

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in chemical plant operations or similar.
• Understanding of chemical process equipment and control systems.
• Experience with safety management systems and environmental regulations.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.
• Good communication and leadership to manage operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of chemical production units, ensuring adherence to schedules and quality standards.
• Monitor process performance, troubleshoot deviations, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for plant operations.
• Participate in safety reviews, hazard analyses (HAZOP), and risk assessments.
• Manage process data, generate performance reports, and identify opportunities for yield improvement.
• Liaise with maintenance and engineering teams to ensure equipment reliability and manage planned shutdowns.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Process optimization

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a skilled Chemical Engineer to manage and optimize plant operations at their facility in Centurion . This critical role involves ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of chemical manufacturing processes. You will work closely with production teams to troubleshoot operational challenges, implement process improvements, and maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements. This is a hands-on position for an engineer passionate about operational excellence and process integrity within a manufacturing setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of chemical production units, ensuring adherence to schedules and quality standards.
• Monitor process performance, troubleshoot deviations, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for plant operations.
• Participate in safety reviews, hazard analyses (HAZOP), and risk assessments.
• Manage process data, generate performance reports, and identify opportunities for yield improvement.
• Liaise with maintenance and engineering teams to ensure equipment reliability and manage planned shutdowns.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering .
• At least 5 years of experience in chemical plant operations or a similar industrial role.
• Solid understanding of chemical process equipment and control systems.
• Experience with safety management systems and environmental regulations.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.
• Good communication and leadership skills to effectively manage operations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Work in a stable industry with a focus on operational safety.
• Regular training on new technologies and safety protocols.
• Contribution to a key manufacturing hub in Centurion .