Junior Chemical Engineer - Production Support

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

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Junior Chemical Engineer in Bloemfontein to support production teams. This entry-level role offers hands-on exposure to chemical manufacturing, helping monitor plant operations, troubleshoot minor issues, and contribute to process improvement initiatives.

You will work closely with experienced engineers, gain foundational skills in process control, and participate in safety inspections while adhering to site safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Strong academic foundation in core chemical engineering principles.
• Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude towards problem-solving.
• Familiarity with basic process simulation software is a plus.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to work on-site in Bloemfontein and adhere to plant safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring production parameters and plant performance metrics.
• Support senior engineers in troubleshooting operational problems and implementing solutions.
• Conduct routine data collection and analysis for process improvement projects.
• Help in the preparation of operational reports and documentation.
• Participate in safety inspections and ensure adherence to site safety procedures.
• Learn and apply principles of process control and optimization in a production environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Learning mindset

Problem solving

Process simulation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and driven Junior Chemical Engineer to provide essential support to their production teams in Bloemfontein . This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for a recent graduate to gain hands‑on experience in a real‑world industrial setting. You will assist in monitoring plant operations, troubleshooting minor issues, and contributing to process improvement initiatives. Working closely with experienced engineers and operators, you will develop foundational skills in chemical manufacturing and operations, playing an active role in ensuring the efficiency and safety of our production processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring production parameters and plant performance metrics.
• Support senior engineers in troubleshooting operational problems and implementing solutions.
• Conduct routine data collection and analysis for process improvement projects.
• Help in the preparation of operational reports and documentation.
• Participate in safety inspections and ensure adherence to site safety procedures.
• Learn and apply principles of process control and optimization in a production environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Strong academic foundation in core chemical engineering principles.
• Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude towards problem‑solving.
• Familiarity with basic process simulation software is a plus.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to work on‑site in Bloemfontein and adhere to plant safety regulations.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and opportunities for annual increases.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Structured training program and mentorship from senior engineers.
• Exposure to various aspects of chemical manufacturing operations.
• Supportive team environment focused on professional development.