Petrochemical Cleaning Technician - High-Pressure & Safety

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

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Hazard allowances

Health and safety training

PPE provided

Job summary

Placements24 represents a major petrochemical employer in Durban seeking an Industrial Cleaning Technician. The role requires performing specialized cleaning in plant environments, handling hazardous materials, and using high-pressure washing and vacuum equipment.

Safety, compliance, and precise reporting are essential to protect personnel and assets. The candidate must navigate confined spaces, follow strict PPE and lockout/tagout protocols, and collaborate with operations to complete tasks

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial cleaning, preferably in petrochemical environments.
• Proficient in high-pressure washing and vacuum system operation.
• Knowledge of confined space entry procedures and safety regulations.
• Ability to work safely in hazardous environments with PPE and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized cleaning in petrochemical plant environments such as tanks and pipelines.
• Operate and maintain high-pressure cleaning equipment and vacuum systems.
• Follow safe confined space entry procedures for cleaning operations.
• Handle and dispose of hazardous waste per safety and environmental regulations.
• Conduct pre- and post-cleaning inspections to verify standards.
• Report equipment malfunctions and safety hazards promptly.
• Adhere to lockout/tagout and PPE protocols throughout tasks.
• Coordinate with plant operations to schedule cleaning tasks efficiently.
• Maintain accurate logs of cleaning activities and safety checks.
• Participate in ongoing safety training and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Industrial Cleaning

High-Pressure Washing

Hazardous materials

Confined space entry

Safety compliance

Team communication

Tools

High-pressure washer

Vacuum systems

PPE usage

Job description

Placements24 represents a major petrochemical employer in Durban seeking an Industrial Cleaning Technician. The role requires performing specialized cleaning in plant environments, handling hazardous materials, and using high-pressure washing and vacuum equipment.

Safety, compliance, and precise reporting are essential to protect personnel and assets. The candidate must navigate confined spaces, follow strict PPE and lockout/tagout protocols, and collaborate with operations to complete tasks