Remote Chemical Plant Operations Engineer

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-friendly

Health benefits

Professional development

Operational excellence culture

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a proficient Chemical Engineer focused on Plant Operations with a remote-first approach. You will monitor plant performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements to boost productivity while collaborating virtually with on-site teams.

The role suits engineers who excel at problem-solving and continuous improvement in a dynamic operational environment. Remote work flexibility is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 4+ years of experience in chemical plant operations or process engineering.
• Strong understanding of chemical processes, equipment, and control systems.
• Proficiency in data analysis and performance monitoring tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and diagnostic skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Monitor KPIs and plant performance data remotely.
• Analyze operational data to identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Provide remote technical support to shift supervisors and operators.
• Develop and update operating procedures and troubleshooting guides.
• Participate in process safety reviews and ensure safety standards.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization through virtual collaboration.

Skills

Process optimization

Data analysis

Remote collaboration

Troubleshooting

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks a proficient Chemical Engineer focused on Plant Operations with a remote-first approach. You will monitor plant performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements to boost productivity while collaborating virtually with on-site teams.

The role suits engineers who excel at problem-solving and continuous improvement in a dynamic operational environment. Remote work flexibility is emphasized.