Plant Field Operator

SUMMARY:
Our client based in Umbogintwini, South Africa, is one of the world leaders in specialty chemicals.

POSITION INFO:
Role: Plant Field Operator

Location: Umbogintwini SA

Industry: Specialty Chemicals

Job Function
 
The Plant Field Operator reports to the Shift Supervisor and is responsible for control and monitoring of the field operations of the plant and day-to-day operations of the tank farm.
 
Qualification:

• Matric with National N6 Certificate in Chemical Engineering and minimum 10 years working experience in petrochemical/chemical plant operation or
• National Diploma in Chemical Engineering, and minimum 10 years working experience in petrochemical/chemical plant operation, or
• BTech Chemical Engineering, and minimum 5 years working experience in petrochemical/chemical plant operation.
• Good English communication skills (verbal, listening and written communication)
• Motivation, confidence and development orientation
• Proactive team player with excellent interpersonal skills and a positive attitude
• Reliability and accountability with the execution of tasks
• Prepared to work on day and night shifts or on standby as per shift roster
• Computer skills (MS Office)

• Controls the Field Operations of the plant and tank farm

• Checks and records plant operating conditions and reports abnormalities/faulty equipment
• Analyses plant and product samples and preparation of chemical and product batches
• Assists with the preparations of the plant work clearance permits and monitoring of contractors working on the plant
• Inspections and filling of road tanker / ISO-Tank
• Maintains a good working relationship with all Evonik Peroxide Africa personnel
• Acts as a Panel Operator upon request
• Controls the housekeeping and safety of the field section of the plant
• Compliance with the ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and
• Responsible Care standards and procedures