Senior Corrosion Control Engineer

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training & certification

Career development

On-site role

Gauteng location

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks a Senior Corrosion Control Engineer to lead corrosion prevention strategies for oil and gas assets in Soweto. On-site role focusing on risk assessment, protection design, and monitoring.

You will collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams, ensure standards compliance (NACE/API), and drive asset integrity through advanced materials and coatings expertise. This senior position offers competitive pay, career development, and opportunities to influence safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in a related field with relevant corrosion knowledge.
• Experience in oil & gas corrosion control strategies is required or preferred.
• Certifications like NACE CP/CIP are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement corrosion control strategies for oil and gas assets.
• Conduct corrosion risk assessments and surveys to identify potential threats.
• Specify materials of construction and recommend protective coatings and cathodic protection systems.
• Monitor corrosion rates and the effectiveness of controls.
• Investigate corrosion failures and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with standards (NACE, API).
• Provide technical guidance to project and operations teams.
• Manage corrosion-related data and records.
• Stay updated on new technologies in corrosion engineering.
• Collaborate with NDT and asset integrity teams.

Skills

Corrosion control

NACE CP/CIP

On-site collaboration

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Materials Science, Metallurgy, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a key contributor to the Oil & Gas sector, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Corrosion Control Engineer to join their operations. This critical on-site role, located in Soweto, Gauteng, is focused on developing and implementing strategies to prevent and mitigate corrosion in oil and gas facilities and infrastructure. You will be responsible for assessing corrosion risks, designing protective measures, monitoring the effectiveness of corrosion control programs, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of corrosion mechanisms, materials science, and various corrosion protection techniques relevant to the Oil & Gas industry. This position is vital for maintaining asset integrity, ensuring operational safety, and extending the lifespan of equipment. You will work closely with engineering and maintenance teams to uphold high standards of asset protection in the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive corrosion control strategies and programs for oil and gas assets.
• Conduct corrosion risk assessments and surveys to identify potential threats to infrastructure.
• Specify materials of construction and recommend protective coatings and cathodic protection systems.
• Monitor corrosion rates and the performance of corrosion control measures.
• Investigate corrosion failures and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations (e.g., NACE, API) related to corrosion control.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on corrosion prevention and control to project and operational teams.
• Manage corrosion-related data and maintain accurate records.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and best practices in corrosion engineering.
• Collaborate with NDT technicians and other specialists in asset integrity assessments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in corrosion control engineering within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Strong understanding of corrosion mechanisms (e.g., electrochemical, microbial) in oil and gas environments.
• Proficiency with corrosion assessment techniques, materials selection, and protective coatings.
• Experience with cathodic protection systems and monitoring.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards and codes related to corrosion.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and diagnostic skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively on-site in Soweto, Gauteng.
• Professional certifications such as NACE CP or CIP are highly advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of R .
• Performance-based incentives and recognition.
• Comprehensive medical aid, retirement fund, and life insurance benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and certification.
• A crucial role in ensuring asset integrity and safety in the Oil & Gas sector.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Work within a collaborative team environment in Gauteng.
• Career growth prospects within a leading energy company.