Senior HDPE/LDPE Plant Operator (8+ yrs)

1st-jobs.com; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 194,000 - 486,000; Full time

Job summary

1st-jobs.com in South Africa is seeking an experienced Operator, HDPE & LDPE to join a major petrochemical facility. The role requires 8+ years in HDPE/polymer plants, a Diploma, and strong troubleshooting, safety, and English skills. You will monitor plant performance, troubleshoot, plan maintenance, and support plant improvements.

The position offers a challenging environment with opportunities to lead shutdowns, manage MOC, and contribute to safe, efficient production in a demanding operation.

Qualifications

• Diploma in a relevant field.
• 8+ years in operational roles within HDPE or polymer plants.
• Strong troubleshooting and process optimization skills.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day routine operations to ensure uninterrupted production and safe plant operation.
• Monitor and ensure the safe, smooth, and efficient performance of the unit to achieve key objectives.
• Troubleshoot process problems across multiple operation areas and take corrective actions.
• Check operational parameters, analyze data, and implement necessary changes.
• Plan, coordinate, and follow up on preventive and turnaround maintenance.
• Issue work permits and oversee maintenance-related activities.
• Prepare shift reports, maintain records, and handle start-up, shutdown, and plant upsets/emergencies efficiently.
• Contribute to plant improvements, shutdowns, and Management of Change (MOC) activities.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Plant optimization

Safety protocols

English proficiency

Education

Diploma

Job description

1st-jobs.com in South Africa is seeking an experienced Operator, HDPE & LDPE to join a major petrochemical facility. The role requires 8+ years in HDPE/polymer plants, a Diploma, and strong troubleshooting, safety, and English skills. You will monitor plant performance, troubleshoot, plan maintenance, and support plant improvements.

The position offers a challenging environment with opportunities to lead shutdowns, manage MOC, and contribute to safe, efficient production in a demanding operation.