Plant Chemical Engineer: Drive Efficiency & Safe Ops

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical aid

Training opportunities

Relocation support

Stable employment

Team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Plant Chemical Engineer to join its operational team in Mahikeng. The role focuses on process monitoring, optimization, and troubleshooting to ensure product quality and maximize plant output.

You will apply chemical engineering principles, work hands-on in the North West, collaborate with maintenance and operations, and contribute to safe, compliant operations with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 3–5 years in a chemical plant operations or process engineering role.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics.
• Experience with process control systems and data analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor plant operations, analyze process data, and identify efficiency improvements.
• Troubleshoot operational problems and minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Assist in process modifications and equipment upgrades.
• Develop and update SOPs and process documentation.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations for equipment reliability.

Skills

Process control

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process control systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Plant Chemical Engineer to join its operational team in Mahikeng. The role focuses on process monitoring, optimization, and troubleshooting to ensure product quality and maximize plant output.

You will apply chemical engineering principles, work hands-on in the North West, collaborate with maintenance and operations, and contribute to safe, compliant operations with opportunities for professional growth.