Petrochemical Deep Cleaning Technician — High-Risk, Overtime

Placements24; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training programs

Overtime during shutdowns

PPE and tooling provided

Stable employment

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a Specialized Deep Cleaning Technician to work in demanding petrochemical plant environments. You will handle hazardous materials, operate high-pressure cleaning equipment, and perform deep cleaning on reactors, vessels, pipelines, and heat exchangers.

The role requires strict safety discipline, knowledge of HAZMAT, and ability to work extended hours during shutdowns.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in specialized industrial or petrochemical cleaning.
• Experience with high-pressure water jetting and vacuum systems.
• Knowledge of hazardous material handling and safety protocols (HAZMAT).

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized deep cleaning of reactors, vessels, pipelines, heat exchangers, and other critical equipment within petrochemical facilities.
• Operate high-pressure water jets, vacuum trucks, and chemical cleaning systems.
• Handle and dispose of hazardous chemicals and waste materials per safety regulations.
• Conduct pre-cleaning and post-cleaning inspections with thorough documentation.
• Maintain PPE and follow permit-to-work procedures and site safety rules.

Skills

HAZMAT handling

High-pressure jetting

Industrial cleaning

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Tools

Vacuum trucks

Chemical cleaning systems

High-pressure cleaning equipment

Job description

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a Specialized Deep Cleaning Technician to work in demanding petrochemical plant environments. You will handle hazardous materials, operate high-pressure cleaning equipment, and perform deep cleaning on reactors, vessels, pipelines, and heat exchangers.

The role requires strict safety discipline, knowledge of HAZMAT, and ability to work extended hours during shutdowns.