Chemical Engineer: Plant Ops Support (Hybrid)

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Training programs

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng is seeking a proactive Chemical Engineer to support day-to-day plant operations. You will troubleshoot issues, analyze performance data, and contribute to process improvements while collaborating with maintenance and operations teams.

The role emphasizes safety, procedures, and hands-on learning across plant operations, with a clear path for professional development in a dynamic facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 1-3 years of experience in a chemical plant or industrial operations environment.
• Fundamental understanding of unit operations, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics.
• Familiarity with process control and instrumentation is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to the plant operations team to resolve process issues and deviations.
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment and process problems, identifying root causes and implementing solutions.
• Monitor plant performance metrics and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Support the implementation of process changes and modifications.
• Ensure adherence to safety, health, and environmental procedures in all operational activities.
• Assist in the development and updating of operating procedures and training materials.
• Participate in plant inspections and safety walks.
• Support the commissioning of new equipment or minor plant modifications.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to optimize equipment reliability and performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Team player

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng is seeking a proactive Chemical Engineer to support day-to-day plant operations. You will troubleshoot issues, analyze performance data, and contribute to process improvements while collaborating with maintenance and operations teams.

The role emphasizes safety, procedures, and hands-on learning across plant operations, with a clear path for professional development in a dynamic facility.