Chemical Process Engineer - Plant Operations

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24, on behalf of a prominent specialty chemicals company, seeks a Chemical Process Engineer for its Tembisa, Gauteng operations. The role centers on monitoring, analyzing and improving chemical processes to boost yield, cut costs, and uphold safety and environmental standards.

This on-site position offers hands-on involvement in plant operations and continuous improvement initiatives, with collaboration across maintenance and operations teams and active participation in process safety

Qualifications

• BEng or BSc in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a chemical plant environment, focusing on process operations and optimization.
• Hands-on experience with process control systems and data analysis.
• Strong understanding of chemical engineering principles, including mass balance and process safety.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze plant process data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and potential issues.
• Implement process improvements to increase throughput, improve product quality, and reduce waste.
• Troubleshoot operational problems, conduct root cause analysis, and develop solutions to minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations in the Tembisa plant.
• Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) and process documentation.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to schedule and execute plant shutdowns and turnarounds.
• Participate in HAZOP studies and other process safety reviews.
• Support the commissioning of new equipment and process modifications.
• Provide technical support to plant operators and supervisors.

Skills

Process data analysis

Process optimization

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

BEng or BSc in Chemical Engineering

Tools

SCADA

DCS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the specialty chemicals sector, is actively seeking a dedicated Chemical Process Engineer to join their operational team in **Tembisa, Gauteng**. This role is critical for ensuring the seamless and efficient operation of our production facilities. You will be responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and improving existing chemical processes to enhance yield, reduce costs, and maintain stringent safety and environmental standards. This is an on-site position, providing hands‑on experience and direct impact on our manufacturing success. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of plant operations and a passion for continuous improvement. We are committed to providing a safe and productive work environment where your contributions are recognized and valued. Join us in **Tembisa, Gauteng** and be part of a company that prides itself on operational excellence and technological advancement. This position offers a stable career path within a growing industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze plant process data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and potential issues.
• Implement process improvements to increase throughput, improve product quality, and reduce waste.
• Troubleshoot operational problems, conduct root cause analysis, and develop solutions to minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations in the **Tembisa** plant.
• Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) and process documentation.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to schedule and execute plant shutdowns and turnarounds.
• Participate in HAZOP studies and other process safety reviews.
• Support the commissioning of new equipment and process modifications.
• Provide technical support to plant operators and supervisors.

Requirements

• BEng or BSc in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a chemical plant environment, focusing on process operations and optimization.
• Hands‑on experience with process control systems and data analysis.
• Strong understanding of chemical engineering principles, including mass