Senior Boiler House Lead – Coal & Biomass

Profile Personnel; Oos-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

Profile Personnel is seeking an experienced Boiler House Supervisor to lead the safe and efficient operation of the Boiler House in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in South Africa. The role requires hands-on leadership with expertise in coal-fired chain grate boilers and biomass systems, and a proven supervisory track record.

The successful candidate will manage shift coverage, ensure adherence to safety standards, and drive continuous improvement while mentoring the Boiler House team.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
• 3–5 years' experience in a similar Boiler House supervisory role.
• Proven experience operating and maintaining coal-fired chain grate boilers with operating pressures exceeding 20 bar.
• Essential experience operating and maintaining biomass boilers.
• Sound knowledge of boiler operations, pressure vessel preparation, and testing.
• Basic computer literacy and good numerical ability.
• Fluent in English (written and verbal).
• Willingness to work shifts and overtime when required.
• Ability to work independently while leading a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, lead, and motivate the Boiler House team.
• Operate and maintain coal-fired chain grate boilers and biomass boiler systems.
• Ensure safe, efficient boiler operations in line with operational requirements.
• Conduct fault finding, troubleshooting, and attend to equipment breakdowns.
• Prepare pressure vessels for inspections and statutory testing.
• Optimise equipment performance and resource utilisation.
• Ensure compliance with standard operating procedures and relevant legislation.
• Monitor and enforce health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Apply company policies, procedures, and disciplinary processes where required.
• Promote a culture of safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Fault-finding

Safety-focused

Self-motivated

Workload management

Teamwork

English fluency

Education

Grade 12

Job description

Profile Personnel is seeking an experienced Boiler House Supervisor to lead the safe and efficient operation of the Boiler House in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in South Africa. The role requires hands-on leadership with expertise in coal-fired chain grate boilers and biomass systems, and a proven supervisory track record.

The successful candidate will manage shift coverage, ensure adherence to safety standards, and drive continuous improvement while mentoring the Boiler House team.