Senior Chemical Engineer - Fertilizer Ops (Hybrid)

Placements24

Richards Bay

Hybrid

ZAR 1,400,000 - 1,800,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual performance bonus

Medical insurance

Pension fund

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Chemical Engineer for its Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal operations. The role combines on-site plant involvement with remote work flexibility to optimize fertilizer processes and ensure product quality.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in chemical process engineering, strong reactor/thermodynamics knowledge, and hands-on experience with Aspen Plus and safety PHAs. You will lead projects, mentor junior engineers, and drive continuous improvement in a demanding

Qualifications

Master's degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited institution.
8+ years in chemical process engineering, with fertilizer/bulk chemical focus.
Proven expertise in process optimization, troubleshooting and scale-up.
Experience with Aspen Plus and advanced process control concepts.
Strong knowledge of reaction engineering, thermodynamics and separations.
Industrial safety practices and PHA methodologies.
Analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

Oversee and optimize continuous and batch fertilizer processes.
Conduct process analyses to identify yield, cost and energy improvements.
Develop and implement process modifications to boost performance.
Troubleshoot deviations, equipment faults and quality issues.
Design and specify reactors, crystallizers, dryers, and handling systems.
Update process documents: PFDs, P&IDs, operating manuals, and safety procedures.
Lead PHAs and implement safety recommendations.
Collaborate with maintenance, operations and QA teams for smooth operation.
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership.
Monitor environmental performance and drive compliance improvements.