Production Engineer at The Talent Experts

The Talent Experts; Newcastle; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the water treatment industry seeks a driven engineer to oversee plant operations. This role involves ensuring efficient performance, managing processes, and providing technical support to enhance sustainability. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in water treatment processes.

Benefits

Competitive market-related salary

Exposure to complex systems and sustainable projects

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of engineering or production experience, ideally in water treatment.
• Understanding of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation principles.
• Computer literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, database) with a Code B driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the performance and wellbeing of the water treatment plant operations.
• Monitor plant health, lead process optimisation, and manage chemical stock.
• Conduct risk assessments and provide training to Process Controllers.

Skills

Operations Management

Monitoring

Production engineering

Process Control

Education

B.Eng or BTech in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Is this you?

You are a driven and solution-oriented engineer who thrives in dynamic environments. You're hands-on, proactive, and able to work independently while still collaborating within a team. You take initiative, enjoy solving problems, and have strong time management skills. You can juggle multiple tasks without compromising on quality, and your ability to build effective working relationships makes you stand out.

What you'll be doing (and why you'll enjoy it)

You'll take full responsibility for the performance and wellbeing of the water treatment plant operations. Your role will involve providing technical and operational support to ensure efficient performance across all systems. You'll monitor plant health, lead process optimisation, implement improvements, and manage chemical stock and treatment costs. You'll also spearhead on-site process changes, contribute to project inputs, conduct risk assessments, and provide training to Process Controllers. Your expertise will be essential in maintaining compliance, managing incidents, and ensuring high standards of safety and quality.

Where you'll be doing it

Our client is a leading player in the water treatment industry, known for its innovative and sustainable solutions that contribute to cleaner water and healthier communities. With a strong track record of technical excellence, this organisation is passionate about operational efficiency and continuous improvement. The culture is supportive and fast-paced, encouraging initiative and professional growth.

What you'll need

You'll need a B.Eng or BTech in Chemical Engineering, along with 3-5 years of engineering or production experience, ideally in water treatment (especially in RO, UF, precipitation and clarification). A strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation principles is essential. You must be computer literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, database), possess a Code B driver's license, and have your own transport.

What you'll get

In addition to a competitive market-related salary, you'll be part of a company that values innovation, growth, and safety. You'll gain exposure to complex systems, have autonomy in your role, and contribute to impactful, sustainability-driven projects.

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Desired Skills:

• Operations Management
• Monitoring
• Production engineering
• Process Control

About The Employer:

Our client is a leading player in the water treatment industry, known for its innovative and sustainable solutions that contribute to cleaner water and healthier communities. With a strong track record of technical excellence, this organisation is passionate about operational efficiency and continuous improvement. The culture is supportive and fast-paced, encouraging initiative and professional growth.