Senior Chemical Engineer - Operations Management

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 950,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary structure

Health insurance

Retirement fund contributions

Company vehicle

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly experienced Senior Chemical Engineer to lead operational excellence at their Vereeniging plant. You will oversee production, manage engineers and technicians, and drive safety, quality, and efficiency.

This leadership role focuses on strategic process improvements and capital project support at a major chemical site. Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in chemical plant operations, strong leadership, and expertise in process control, safety systems, and environmental

Qualifications

• BEng or MEng in Chemical Engineering.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in chemical plant operations and management.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and experience managing technical teams.
• In-depth knowledge of process control, safety management systems, and environmental compliance.
• Proven track record in process optimization and project engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the plant's chemical engineering team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety.
• Oversee daily production operations, ensuring adherence to schedules, quality standards, and safety protocols.
• Drive initiatives for process optimization, yield improvement, and cost reduction.
• Provide technical expertise for capital projects, including design review and commissioning support.
• Ensure compliance with all environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Troubleshoot complex operational issues and implement long-term solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Process optimization

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

BEng or MEng in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process control systems

Safety management systems

Environmental compliance

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a highly experienced Senior Chemical Engineer to lead operational excellence at their Vereeniging plant. This pivotal role involves overseeing production processes, managing a team of engineers and technicians, and ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency. You will be responsible for strategic process improvements, capital project support, and driving operational performance metrics. This is a leadership position for a seasoned professional looking to make a significant impact on a major chemical manufacturing site in Vereeniging , contributing to its continued success and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the plant's chemical engineering team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety.
• Oversee daily production operations, ensuring adherence to schedules, quality standards, and safety protocols.
• Drive initiatives for process optimization, yield improvement, and cost reduction.
• Provide technical expertise for capital projects, including design review and commissioning support.
• Ensure compliance with all environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Troubleshoot complex operational issues and implement long-term solutions.

Requirements

• BEng or MEng in Chemical Engineering .
• 8+ years of progressive experience in chemical plant operations and management.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and experience managing technical teams.
• In-depth knowledge of process control, safety management systems, and environmental compliance.
• Proven track record in process optimization and project engineering.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities in a plant environment.

Benefits

• Attractive executive salary and performance bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, disability, and life insurance.
• Generous retirement fund contributions.
• Company vehicle and other executive perks.
• Significant opportunities for career growth and leadership development in Vereeniging .