Process Engineer - Fertilizers and Agricultural Chemicals

Placements24; Bloemfontein; In loco; ZAR 700.000 - 1.100.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical aid

Retirement annuity

Growth opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 seeks a Process Engineer for a Bloemfontein facility in the agricultural chemical sector. You will optimize production processes, improve efficiency, and uphold safety and environmental standards.

The role involves troubleshooting, data analysis, and driving continuous improvement through process control and automation initiatives. A chemical engineering degree and at least four years of factory experience are required, with familiarity in granulation, synthesis, and drying.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum 4 years as a process engineer, preferably in fertilizer or chemical manufacturing.
• Familiarity with synthesis, granulation, drying and material handling.
• Strong understanding of process control and instrumentation.
• Experience troubleshooting in an industrial plant environment.
• Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations in chemical operations.
• Good analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with process data analysis tools.
• Experience with project management methodologies is a plus.

Mansioni

• Monitor and control chemical processes to ensure optimal production output, quality, and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot process deviations and equipment malfunctions; identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
• Conduct regular process analyses and data logging to identify areas for improvement.
• Participate in process optimization projects aimed at reducing costs, improving yields, and enhancing product quality.
• Ensure adherence to SHE regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to schedule and oversee preventative maintenance activities.
• Assist in the commissioning and start-up of new equipment or process modifications.
• Prepare technical reports on process performance, incident investigations, and improvement recommendations.
• Support the implementation of process control strategies and automation systems.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Conoscenze

Process optimization

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Process control

Instrumentation

Team collaboration

Safety & SHE compliance

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Strumenti

SCADA

PLC programming

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a key contributor to the agricultural sector through the production of fertilizers and essential chemicals, is seeking a Process Engineer for their facility in Bloemfontein . This role is integral to the operational success of the plant, focusing on optimizing production processes, ensuring efficiency, and maintaining high standards of safety and environmental compliance. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of chemical processes relevant to fertilizer manufacturing, such as granulation, synthesis, and material handling. You will be involved in day-to-day operations, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives. This is a hands-on role offering valuable experience within the vital agricultural chemical industry in the Free State.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and control chemical processes to ensure optimal production output, quality, and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot process deviations and equipment malfunctions, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Conduct regular process analyses and data logging to identify areas for improvement.
• Participate in process optimization projects aimed at reducing costs, improving yields, and enhancing product quality.
• Ensure adherence to all safety, health, and environmental (SHE) regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to schedule and oversee preventative maintenance activities.
• Assist in the commissioning and start-up of new equipment or process modifications.
• Prepare technical reports on process performance, incident investigations, and improvement recommendations.
• Support the implementation of process control strategies and automation systems.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in a process engineering role, preferably within the fertilizer or chemical manufacturing industry.
• Familiarity with chemical processes such as synthesis, granulation, drying, and material handling.
• Strong understanding of process control principles and instrumentation.
• Experience with troubleshooting and problem-solving in an industrial plant environment.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and environmental compliance in chemical operations.
• Good analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in using process data analysis tools.
• Experience with project management methodologies is a plus.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical aid, a retirement annuity, and opportunities for professional growth. This position is based in Bloemfontein , offering a stable and rewarding career in an essential industry. Join a dedicated team committed to supporting agriculture through reliable chemical production.