Junior Chemical Engineer - Plant Operations

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Health and wellness benefits

Structured mentorship program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion is seeking a junior Chemical Engineer to support operations, monitor plant performance, and assist in process control.

You will work with engineers on safety, SOP development, and process improvements, gaining hands-on experience in a collaborative environment with mentorship and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Strong academic record and foundational knowledge of chemical engineering principles.
• Eagerness to learn and apply theoretical knowledge in an industrial setting.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Familiarity with process control concepts and data analysis is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring daily plant operations, ensuring adherence to production schedules and quality standards.
• Support senior engineers in troubleshooting process deviations and implementing corrective actions.
• Participate in process hazard analyses and safety inspections.
• Collect and analyze process data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Contribute to the development and updating of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Assist with the commissioning and start-up of new equipment and process modifications.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Process control basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and diligent Junior Chemical Engineer to support their operational teams in Centurion . This role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career engineer eager to gain hands-on experience in chemical plant operations. You will assist in monitoring plant performance, troubleshooting operational issues, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. This position provides a fantastic foundation for a career in chemical engineering, offering exposure to various aspects of plant management, process control, and safety procedures within a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring daily plant operations, ensuring adherence to production schedules and quality standards.
• Support senior engineers in troubleshooting process deviations and implementing corrective actions.
• Participate in process hazard analyses and safety inspections.
• Collect and analyze process data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Contribute to the development and updating of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Assist with the commissioning and start-up of new equipment and process modifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering .
• A strong academic record and foundational knowledge of chemical engineering principles.
• Eagerness to learn and apply theoretical knowledge in an industrial setting.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Familiarity with process control concepts and data analysis is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary for junior engineers.
• Hybrid work arrangement allowing for flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Structured mentorship program and opportunities for professional development.
• Exposure to diverse chemical processes in the Centurion plant.