Senior Production Chemical Engineer

Placements24; Durban; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 400 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Performance bonuses

Remote working flexibility

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Production Chemical Engineer for Durban-based operations. The role focuses on optimizing large-scale chemical production, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations while driving improvements.

Fully remote within South Africa; leadership of process optimization, SOPs, KPIs, collaboration with maintenance and QA; requires 8+ years and a Chemical Engineering degree.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in chemical plant operations and production management.
• Proven experience in process optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.
• Strong knowledge of chemical plant equipment, control systems (DCS/PLC), and process safety principles.

Responsabilités

• Oversee and optimize day-to-day chemical production processes to meet output targets and quality specifications.
• Implement and manage continuous improvement initiatives using methodologies like Lean Six Sigma.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues, ensuring minimal disruption to production schedules.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensure strict adherence to them.
• Monitor process performance, analyze data, and generate reports on KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, promoting a strong safety culture.
• Collaborate with maintenance, quality control, and supply chain teams to ensure efficient plant operation.
• Train and mentor junior engineers and plant operators on process operations and safety procedures.
• Lead process safety reviews and risk assessments for production activities.

Connaissances

Leadership

Lean Six Sigma

DCS/PLC

Process optimization

Formation

Chemical Engineering degree

Outils

Process simulation software

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the industrial chemical manufacturing sector, is seeking an experienced Senior Production Chemical Engineer for their operations based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. This is a critical role focused on optimizing and managing large-scale chemical production processes. You will be responsible for ensuring efficient, safe, and environmentally compliant operations, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and resolving complex production challenges. The ideal candidate will possess extensive hands‑on experience in plant operations, a deep understanding of chemical engineering principles, and strong leadership capabilities. This role is fully remote, offering flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa while contributing to the success of our Durban-based facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize day-to-day chemical production processes to meet output targets and quality specifications.
• Implement and manage continuous improvement initiatives using methodologies like Lean Six Sigma.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues, ensuring minimal disruption to production schedules.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensure strict adherence to them.
• Monitor process performance, analyze data, and generate reports on key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations, promoting a strong safety culture.
• Collaborate with maintenance, quality control, and supply chain teams to ensure efficient plant operation.
• Train and mentor junior engineers and plant operators on process operations and safety procedures.
• Lead process safety reviews and risk assessments for production activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• At least 8 years of experience in chemical plant operations and production management.
• Proven experience in process optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of chemical plant equipment, control systems (DCS/PLC), and process safety principles.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision‑making skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with all levels of the organization.
• Experience with process simulation software is an advantage.
• Must be able to work remotely and demonstrate strong self‑management skills.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with comprehensive benefits including medical aid, retirement fund contributions, and performance bonuses.
• This remote position provides unparalleled flexibility.
• Employees have access to continuous learning and development opportunities, career growth paths, and a supportive work culture.
• Join our client and play a key role in driving operational excellence in chemical manufacturing from the comfort of your home, supporting the Durban operations.