Snr Outside Operator Fibre Line #3

Sappi; Ngodwana; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in sustainable Woodfibre products is hiring a Snr Outside Operator for Fibre Line #3. The role involves overseeing operations, ensuring safety, conducting inspections, and supporting team development. If you have a background in chemical engineering and experience in manufacturing, this opportunity offers career advancement and global exposure.

Benefits

Learning and development programmes

Market-leading leave benefits

Employee wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in Fibre Line #3 or Pulp and Paper processes is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, audit, and control operating parameters on the Fibre Line.
• Conduct pre-start-up inspections and perform shutdown/start-up as per procedures.
• Communicate promptly with senior staff about abnormalities and delays.

Skills

Communication

Operational Safety

Team Development

Education

S4 in Chemical Engineering

Relevant National Diploma

Job description

We are hiring!

At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.

We’re on the lookout for an experienced Snr Outside Operator Fibre Line #3 to operates the Cooking or Bleach plant processes and coordinate the Cooking or Bleach Plant activities on shift basis as efficiently as possible, ensuring effective performance of all aspects of the Operating units.

As a Snr Outside Operator Fibre Line #3 , you will be responsible for:

Plant Operations – Fibre Line #3

• Take and hand over shifts efficiently, ensuring clear communication of plant status and activities.
• Conduct pre-start-up inspections, isolate equipment when needed, and perform shutdown/start-up as per procedures.
• Monitor, audit, and control outside operating parameters on Fibre Line #3, ensuring functionality and safety of all equipment.
• Perform regular plant inspections using shift checklists, identify potential issues, and implement corrective actions.

Communication

• Communicate promptly with the Senior Process Controller regarding abnormalities, delays, and operational updates.
• Capture SAP PM notifications, complete the Work Permit book, and maintain daily checklists for accurate records.

Shut Management

• Maintain and update the shut list for Fibre Line #3 equipment; record defects and notify relevant departments (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation).

SHEQ

• Adhere to safety procedures and regulatory requirements; report incidents immediately and conduct risk assessments.
• Carry out plant walkabouts, complete PJOs, and ensure compliance with 5S and BBS standards to sustain a safe work environment.

Resources Utilisation

• Act as relief Senior Process Controller when required; coach new employees and support team development.

Administration

• Accurately capture operational data, record plant deviations and equipment notifications to support performance tracking and reporting.

Requirements:

• S4 in Chemical Engineering or a relevant National Diploma.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in Fibre Line #3 or Pulp and Paper processes will be an added advantage.

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly. changing world even after 80 years of existence.
• Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi.
• Market-leading leave benefits.
• Employee wellbeing benefits.