Plant Operator (ETP) | Delmas, Mpumalanga (Fixed Term Contract)

Interwaste (Pty) Ltd; Delmas; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Safety-conscious workplace

Sustainability and innovation

Job summary

Interwaste (Pty) Ltd is seeking a seasoned Plant Operator (Shift Worker) for the Delmas branch to oversee safe plant operations using a range of treatment and processing equipment. The role emphasizes quality control and adherence to safety policies.

Ideal candidates have a background in effluent treatment or chemical production, a relevant engineering qualification, and a valid driver’s license. Interwaste offers growth opportunities in a safety-conscious environment across Southern Africa.

Qualifications

• 3 years in Effluent Treatment Plant or Chemical Production facilities.
• National Diploma/ B-Tech Engineering qualification.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate the plant using neutralisers, distillation, cooling towers, evaporators and other equipment.
• Ensure quality of the final product.
• Lead and manage plant operators to ensure safe, efficient production and compliance with procedures and PPE rules.
• Troubleshoot and identify unsafe conditions.
• Report deviations in wastewater treatment, blending, or processes.
• Optimize plant and equipment utilization and monitor maintenance.

Skills

3 years experience

Valid Drivers Licence

Education

National Diploma/ B-Tech Engineering

Job description

Interwaste, a leader in waste management solutions across Southern Africa, is seeking a seasoned Plant Operator [Shift Worker] to join our team at the Delmas branch. With a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence, Interwaste is dedicated to creating a better future by transforming waste challenges into impactful opportunities.

Role Overview

The Plant Operator will play a pivotal role by being responsible for the safe operations of the plant using neutralisers, distillation, cooling towers, evaporators, reverse osmosis, scrubbers, DAF, pumps, press filter and other equipment

If you are a results-driven individual with a strong background in Plant Operation, a commitment to integrity, and a desire to work for a company that makes a difference,

Key Responsibilities

• Incumbent will be responsible for safe operations of the plant using neutralizers, Evaporators, cooling towers, Reverse Osmosis, strippers and scrubbers, DAF, pumps, press filter, Chemical Consumption and Monitoring of Operational stock and Equipment etc.
• The operator is responsible for the quality of the final product.
• The operator shall manage the plant operators to ensure safe and optimized production ensuring compliance with procedures, company policy, legislation, Work permits and PPE rules.
• The operator will also be responsible for all troubleshooting and identifying any unsafe conditions.
• Identify and immediately report any deviations in wastewater treatment/blending/process.
• Optimization of plant and equipment utilization.
• Monitoring and Management of Plant Equipment’s Maintenance

HEALTH AND SAFETY

• Drive the Company’s’ Zero Harm policy within your area of operations.
• Compliance with all health & safety requirements in line with the company's OHS policies & procedures.
• Work within the ISO frameworks and other required by Clients.
• Ensure all SHEQ policies and requirements are upheld and met.
• Ensure SHEQ site file is implemented and maintained

PEOPLE

• Adhere to the principles of an ethical, honest, transparent, fair work environment.
• Communicate in a professional manner.
• Creating, maintaining, and enforcing company policies and procedures.
• Compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and affiliated professional standards.
• Promote the Code of Ethics (Integrity, Objectivity, Confidentiality and Competence).
• To be responsible for maintaining discipline by using the Company's disciplinary code and procedures, as well as attending to grievances
• Ensure that all staff members are adequately trained as per the SLA and OSHA requirements

COMMUNICATION AND FEEDBACK

• Build and maintain strong client relationship with the client.
• Regular communication with the client.
• Understand and manage the needs of the client.
• Ensure all your superiors are notified in a timely manner regarding aspects of your areas as deemed necessary by them.
• Deal with personnel matters such as reporting incidents, customer complaints, requesting new employees, extension of contracts and terminations to your manager.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Chemical Engineering National Diploma/ B-Tech Engineering Qualification
• 3 years in Effluent Treatment Plant/ Chemical Production plants
• Valid Drivers Licence

Who We Are

Interwaste is a wholly owned subsidiary of Séché Environnement. We are Southern Africa’s leading waste management company, committed to the sustainable preservation of the environment. We leverage technological excellence and innovation to solve a range of waste problems, ensuring accountability, integrity, safety, and excellence in all our operations.

What We Offer

• Opportunities for growth and development.
• A commitment to sustainability and innovation.
• A supportive, safety-conscious, and inclusive workplace.

To learn more about Interwaste, visit our website www.interwaste.co.za

As an equal opportunity’s employer, we uphold a compliant, fair, and inclusive workplace environment.

We reserve the right to not fill the position.

Interwaste subscribes to the principles of employment equity