Chemical Engineer - Plant Operations

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Training and development

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking a hands-on Chemical Engineer to support plant operations, troubleshoot daily challenges, and drive process improvements for safe, reliable manufacturing.

You will collaborate with production teams, manage small capital projects, and uphold process safety, unit operations, and product quality while contributing to operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in plant operations or manufacturing support within the chemical industry.
• Strong understanding of unit operations, process control, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Experience with process safety principles and risk assessment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for effective teamwork in Mossel Bay.

Responsibilities

• Monitor plant operations, troubleshoot process deviations, and implement corrective actions.
• Identify opportunities for process optimisation to improve efficiency, throughput, and product quality.
• Support maintenance activities and ensure equipment reliability through effective engineering input.
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure safety protocols are strictly followed.
• Participate in process hazard analyses and implement necessary safety upgrades.
• Manage small capital projects related to plant modifications or equipment upgrades.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Equivalent practical experience

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a hands-on and results-oriented Chemical Engineer to support plant operations in Mossel Bay . This role is essential for ensuring the efficient, safe, and reliable operation of our manufacturing facilities. You will be involved in troubleshooting daily operational challenges, implementing process improvements, and working closely with production teams to achieve plant targets. The ideal candidate will possess strong practical engineering skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to continuous improvement within a dynamic plant environment. This position provides a direct impact on operational success and offers pathways for growth within the company's expanding operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor plant operations, troubleshoot process deviations, and implement corrective actions.
• Identify opportunities for process optimisation to improve efficiency, throughput, and product quality.
• Support maintenance activities and ensure equipment reliability through effective engineering input.
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure safety protocols are strictly followed.
• Participate in process hazard analyses and implement necessary safety upgrades.
• Manage small capital projects related to plant modifications or equipment upgrades.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in plant operations or manufacturing support within the chemical industry.
• Strong understanding of unit operations, process control, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Experience with process safety principles and risk assessment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for effective teamwork in Mossel Bay .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work model allowing for a balance of on-site and remote work.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Paid training and professional development opportunities.
• A supportive team environment focused on operational excellence.