On-Site Junior Chemical Engineer – Growth & Mentorship

Placements24; Paarl; Vor Ort; ZAR 320.000 - 420.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive starting salary

Medical aid

Pension plan

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking a Junior Chemical Engineer to join the operations team. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in plant operations, process monitoring, and troubleshooting under the guidance of senior engineers and plant supervisors.

The ideal candidate holds a BEng or BSc in Chemical Engineering and has 0–3 years of relevant experience. Full-time on-site work, with opportunities for growth in a supportive team environment.

Qualifikationen

• BEng or BSc in Chemical Engineering from an accredited university.
• 0-3 years of relevant experience in the chemical industry or related field; internships valued.
• Basic understanding of chemical processes, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics.
• Familiarity with safety procedures and environmental regulations in a plant setting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Must work full-time on-site in Paarl, Western Cape.

Aufgaben

• Assist senior engineers in monitoring plant operations and process performance.
• Support troubleshooting for operational issues and process upsets.
• Conduct routine process data analysis and generate performance reports.
• Participate in process safety reviews and hazard identification activities.
• Assist in developing and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality regulations.
• Gain experience with process control systems and instrumentation.
• Support minor process improvement projects under guidance of senior staff.
• Learn and apply chemical engineering principles in a plant environment.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe and efficient work atmosphere.

Kenntnisse

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Ausbildung

BEng or BSc in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking a Junior Chemical Engineer to join the operations team. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in plant operations, process monitoring, and troubleshooting under the guidance of senior engineers and plant supervisors.

The ideal candidate holds a BEng or BSc in Chemical Engineering and has 0–3 years of relevant experience. Full-time on-site work, with opportunities for growth in a supportive team environment.