Chemical Plant Operator: Hands-On Role with Training

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

On-the-job training

Overtime potential

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a reliable Chemical Plant Operator for our client in Polokwane, Limpopo. In this hands-on role, you will operate and monitor chemical processing equipment to maintain safe, efficient production and quality control.

You will perform routine checks, adjustments, and basic maintenance following SOPs and safety guidelines. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, safety-minded approach, and the ability to read P&IDs and operating manuals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification is a plus.
• Experience as a plant operator in chemical/industrial settings preferred.
• Understanding of basic chemical processes and plant safety procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and operating manuals.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor chemical processing equipment per SOPs.
• Perform routine checks on equipment, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Make adjustments to maintain optimal process conditions and product quality.
• Respond to alarms and process upsets safely and efficiently.
• Maintain production logs and documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety culture

Teamwork

Reading P&IDs

Education

High school diploma

Technical certification (plus)

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a reliable Chemical Plant Operator for our client in Polokwane, Limpopo. In this hands-on role, you will operate and monitor chemical processing equipment to maintain safe, efficient production and quality control.

You will perform routine checks, adjustments, and basic maintenance following SOPs and safety guidelines. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, safety-minded approach, and the ability to read P&IDs and operating manuals.