Graduate Trainee Process Controller

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Graduate training

Performance bonuses

State-of-the-art processes

Career progression

Safety culture

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting eager Graduate Trainee Process Controllers to join our industrial operations in Klerksdorp. You will receive extensive training on monitoring and optimizing complex processes, learning to troubleshoot and implement improvements within a collaborative team focused on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

The role offers structured graduate training with exposure to state-of-the-art industrial processes and potential career progression into senior operational

Qualifications

• A relevant degree or diploma in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Good communication and ability to work in a team or independently.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control industrial processes using control systems and instrumentation.
• Analyze process data to identify deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Perform routine checks and maintenance on process control equipment.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to optimize parameters for efficiency and yield.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and environmental regulations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Data interpretation

Education

Degree or diploma in Chemical/Process Engineering

Tools

Process control principles

Instrumentation basics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is recruiting eager Graduate Trainee Process Controllers to join their industrial operations in Klerksdorp . This role is essential for managing and optimizing complex industrial processes, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality. You will receive extensive training to monitor control systems, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements. This is a hands-on opportunity for individuals with a strong technical aptitude and a desire to contribute to the operational success of a leading industrial company, working within a collaborative team focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and control industrial processes using advanced control systems and instrumentation.
• Analyze process data to identify deviations and implement corrective actions promptly.
• Perform routine checks and maintenance on process control equipment.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to optimize process parameters for efficiency and yield.
• Ensure adherence to all safety protocols and environmental regulations.

Requirements

• A relevant degree or diploma in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Basic understanding of process control principles and instrumentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret technical data and respond effectively to operational demands.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team and independently.

Benefits

• Structured graduate training program with specialized process control modules.
• Competitive starting salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Exposure to state-of-the-art industrial processes and control technologies in Klerksdorp .
• Opportunities for career advancement into senior operational or engineering roles.
• A focus on safety, efficiency, and continuous learning within the operations team.