Water Treatment Process Engineer: Optimize Plant Performance

Minopex; Mpumalanga; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

DRA Water in Mpumalanga is seeking a Process Engineer to ensure that all water treatment plants operate at design capacity and deliver the required product quality. The role focuses on technical oversight, performance analysis and continuous improvements to drive reliability and efficiency.

You will lead root cause analyses, update technical documents, and establish preventative maintenance. A strong emphasis on safety and stakeholder communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Chemical Engineering is essential.
• BSc Honours in Water/Wastewater Sciences adds value for the role.
• Matric and relevant NQF Level 4 qualification are required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight of plant performance and implement process, control and procedural changes.
• Conduct plant walkdowns to evaluate condition and implement preventative maintenance plans.
• Analyze plant performance data to ensure long-term equipment and membrane health.
• Identify and implement plant improvements within budget and update SOPs and site control sheets.
• Lead RCA for plant failures and ensure proper documentation and action.
• Support safety culture and liaise with clients and suppliers on site.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Independent work

Report writing

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's/Diploma in Chemical Engineering

BSc Honours in Water/Wastewater Sciences

Matric (NQF4)

Job description

DRA Water in Mpumalanga is seeking a Process Engineer to ensure that all water treatment plants operate at design capacity and deliver the required product quality. The role focuses on technical oversight, performance analysis and continuous improvements to drive reliability and efficiency.

You will lead root cause analyses, update technical documents, and establish preventative maintenance. A strong emphasis on safety and stakeholder communication is essential.