Chemical Plant Operations Engineer
Placements24
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Job summary
Placements24 in East London is seeking a practical Chemical Plant Operations Engineer to oversee daily production, optimize processes, and ensure safety and quality in the plant. You will work with operators and maintenance teams to troubleshoot deviations, implement improvements, and train staff, including shift work as needed.
A Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering and 3+ years of experience are expected. This role offers competitive pay, health benefits, retirement fund, and opportunities for
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
- 3+ years of experience in chemical plant operations or process engineering.
- Solid understanding of chemical unit operations, process control, and plant safety.
Responsibilities
- Monitor plant operations to ensure production schedules and quality standards are met.
- Troubleshoot process deviations and equipment malfunctions, implementing timely solutions.
- Participate in development and execution of preventative maintenance programs.
- Assist in process improvement projects to increase yield, reduce costs, and enhance safety.
- Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations at the plant.
- Provide technical guidance and training to plant operators and technicians.
Skills
Education
Job description
Our client is looking for a practical and efficient Chemical Plant Operations Engineer to oversee and optimize daily production activities at their facility in East London . This role demands a strong understanding of chemical processes, equipment operation, and safety procedures to ensure consistent, high-quality output. You will be instrumental in maximizing plant efficiency, troubleshooting operational issues, and supporting continuous improvement efforts, working closely with plant operators and maintenance teams to achieve production targets.
- Monitor plant operations to ensure adherence to production schedules and quality standards.
- Troubleshoot process deviations and equipment malfunctions, implementing timely solutions.
- Participate in the development and execution of preventative maintenance programs.
- Assist in process improvement projects aimed at increasing yield, reducing costs, and enhancing safety.
- Ensure compliance with all environmental, health, and safety regulations in the plant.
- Provide technical guidance and training to plant operators and technicians.
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
- 3+ years of experience in chemical plant operations or process engineering.
- Solid understanding of chemical unit operations , process control, and plant safety.
- Experience with troubleshooting industrial equipment and processes.
- Ability to work effectively in a production environment, including shift work if required.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for team collaboration in East London .
- Attractive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health insurance and retirement fund.
- Paid annual leave and other company benefits.
- Opportunities for career growth within operations management.
- A dynamic and challenging role in the chemical manufacturing sector.
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