Contract Refinery Process Technician

Sdguthrie International; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

SD Guthrie International South Africa is seeking a Production Technician for a fixed-term contract to support refinery operations from the control room. You will monitor and adjust refining steps, manage oils and gases, and assist with fault finding and process control using RS Batch and SCADA systems.

The role requires 1–3 years of relevant experience in food processing or manufacturing and a National Diploma in Chemical or Industrial Engineering.

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Chemical or Industrial Engineering required.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in food processing and manufacturing.
• Experience with control room monitoring and refinery operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control the Refining process from the control room.
• Receive oils/fats from road tankers and UL transfers; interact with drivers/contractors; take oil samples for analysis.
• Operate Refining processes with RS Batch & SCADA systems; assist with production stock takes; ensure safety and quality.

Education

National Diploma in Chemical or Industrial Engineering

Job description

SD Guthrie International South Africa is seeking a Production Technician for a fixed-term contract to support refinery operations from the control room. You will monitor and adjust refining steps, manage oils and gases, and assist with fault finding and process control using RS Batch and SCADA systems.

The role requires 1–3 years of relevant experience in food processing or manufacturing and a National Diploma in Chemical or Industrial Engineering.