Onsite Chemical Plant Engineer - Safety & Operations

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Career development path

Safety culture emphasis

Employee well-being

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion seeks a meticulous Chemical Plant Engineer to oversee daily operations, enforce safety, and ensure regulatory compliance across our chemical manufacturing facilities. This on-site role emphasizes risk management, process safety, and equipment reliability to sustain high safety and performance standards.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering, 6+ years of plant experience, and strong leadership and communication skills to train operators and lead

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of chemical plant operations and engineering experience.
• Expertise in process safety management (PSM) and HAZOP studies.
• Strong knowledge of chemical equipment, plant layout, and maintenance procedures.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the chemical plant ensuring optimal performance.
• Develop and enforce safety protocols to minimize risks.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and hazard analyses.
• Manage maintenance schedules and oversee equipment reliability.
• Provide training to operators on safe operating practices.

Skills

Process safety management

HAZOP studies

Plant operations

Maintenance management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Placements24 in Centurion seeks a meticulous Chemical Plant Engineer to oversee daily operations, enforce safety, and ensure regulatory compliance across our chemical manufacturing facilities. This on-site role emphasizes risk management, process safety, and equipment reliability to sustain high safety and performance standards.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering, 6+ years of plant experience, and strong leadership and communication skills to train operators and lead