Junior Chemical Engineer - Operations

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting salary with regular raises

On-the-job training and mentorship

Health and retirement benefits package

Career advancement opportunities

Safe and dynamic working environment

Uniform and safety equipment provided

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Junior Chemical Engineer to join the Rustenburg operations. This entry-level role supports process monitoring, data collection, and daily plant activities under experienced engineers. It offers hands-on training in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates are recent graduates with a basic understanding of chemical processes, safety protocols, and a drive to learn. The position may require shift work and provides mentorship and development opportunities within

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering is required.
• Basic understanding of chemical processes and plant operations.
• Familiarity with safety protocols in an industrial environment.
• Good analytical skills and the ability to learn quickly.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work shifts if required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring and controlling chemical process parameters to ensure optimal performance and product quality.
• Support senior engineers in troubleshooting operational issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Participate in process safety reviews and hazard analyses.
• Help maintain accurate operational records and generate shift reports.
• Conduct basic process tests and data collection for performance analysis.
• Learn and adhere to all safety procedures and environmental regulations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic Junior Chemical Engineer to join their operational team in Rustenburg . This entry-level position is ideal for a recent graduate eager to apply their academic knowledge in a practical industrial setting. You will support the plant operations team in managing and optimizing chemical processes, ensuring safety and efficiency on the plant floor. This is a hands-on role where you will gain invaluable experience in a challenging and rewarding environment, working closely with seasoned engineers and operators. You will contribute to the daily running of the plant and learn the intricacies of chemical manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring and controlling chemical process parameters to ensure optimal performance and product quality.
• Support senior engineers in troubleshooting operational issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Participate in process safety reviews and hazard analyses.
• Help maintain accurate operational records and generate shift reports.
• Conduct basic process tests and data collection for performance analysis.
• Learn and adhere to all safety procedures and environmental regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering .
• Basic understanding of chemical processes and plant operations.
• Familiarity with safety protocols in an industrial environment.
• Good analytical skills and the ability to learn quickly.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work shifts if required.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and potential for annual raises.
• On-the-job training and mentorship from experienced engineers.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits package.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the company.
• Safe and dynamic working environment.
• Uniform and safety equipment provided.