Chemical Engineer - Plant Operations

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid training and development

Hybrid work arrangement

Exposure to a wide range of processes

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Chemical Engineer to focus on plant operations in Vereeniging. You will ensure the smooth running of chemical manufacturing processes, perform daily operational oversight, troubleshoot issues, and implement minor improvements.

This role offers exposure to safety and environmental procedures, training of operators, and cross-functional collaboration to boost productivity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 2–5 years of experience in chemical plant operations.
• Familiarity with process control systems and instrumentation.
• Basic understanding of process safety and environmental regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem solving abilities.
• Good communication and teamwork in Vereeniging.

Responsibilities

• Monitor plant performance and deviations from optimal conditions.
• Provide technical support to operations personnel for process issues.
• Implement minor process modifications as directed by senior engineers.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental procedures on the plant floor.
• Participate in process hazard analyses and safety reviews.
• Assist in developing and delivering training materials for operators.

Skills

Process control

Instrumentation

Process safety

Analytical skills

Team communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

SCADA

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Chemical Engineer to focus on plant operations in Vereeniging . This role requires a hands-on approach to ensuring the smooth and efficient running of chemical manufacturing processes. You will be involved in daily operational oversight, process troubleshooting, and the implementation of minor improvements. This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer looking to deepen their understanding of industrial chemical operations and contribute directly to the productivity and safety of our plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor plant performance metrics and identify deviations from optimal operating conditions.
• Provide technical support to operations personnel, assisting with the resolution of process issues.
• Implement minor process modifications and improvements as directed by senior engineers.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and environmental procedures on the plant floor.
• Participate in process hazard analyses and safety reviews.
• Assist in the development and delivery of training materials for plant operators.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering .
• 2-5 years of experience in chemical plant operations or a related field.
• Familiarity with process control systems and instrumentation.
• Basic understanding of process safety and environmental regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a plant team in Vereeniging .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based incentives.
• Health insurance coverage and retirement savings plan.
• Paid training and professional development opportunities.
• A hybrid work arrangement for enhanced work-life balance.
• Exposure to a wide range of chemical manufacturing processes.