Chemical Plant Supervisor

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 760,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Career progression

On-the-job training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Chemical Plant Supervisor for our East London facility. The role leads plant operators, ensuring safe, efficient production and compliance with quality standards. You will schedule, troubleshoot, and implement best practices to optimize performance in a hands-on environment.

The ideal candidate has a chemical engineering background with 5+ years in plant operations, including supervisory experience, and a strong commitment to safety and excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years in chemical plant operations with 2+ years in supervision.
• Strong knowledge of chemical processes, equipment and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of plant operators and technicians.
• Ensure safe operation of all plant equipment and adherence to safety procedures.
• Monitor production processes, identify deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Manage shift schedules, work assignments and performance.
• Conduct safety inspections and participate in investigations.
• Train new employees on operations, safety and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Safety compliance

Team management

Scheduling

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and experienced Chemical Plant Supervisor to oversee operations at their facility in East London. This role requires strong leadership skills to manage a team of plant operators, ensuring that all production activities are carried out safely, efficiently, and in compliance with quality standards. You will be responsible for daily scheduling, troubleshooting operational issues, and implementing best practices to optimize plant performance. This is a hands‑on position critical to maintaining smooth and productive operations. We are looking for an individual with a solid background in chemical plant operations and a commitment to safety and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of plant operators and technicians.
• Ensure safe operation of all plant equipment and adherence to safety procedures and protocols.
• Monitor production processes, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions to maintain product quality and efficiency.
• Manage shift schedules, work assignments, and personnel performance.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and participate in incident investigations.
• Train new employees on plant operations, safety procedures, and quality standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in chemical plant operations, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of chemical processes, equipment, and safety regulations.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a plant environment, including shift work if required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for overtime pay.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings options.
• Opportunities for career progression within operations.
• A stable and supportive work environment.
• On-the-job training and skill development.