Junior Production Engineer

Junior Production Engineer required for a reputable water treatment company based in Vanderbijlpark Requirements: Qualifications: B.Eng or BTech in Chemical Engineering 1 – 3 years working experience in an engineering or production related field would be preferred Computer skills: Word, Excel, data base, power point and e-mail literacy Preferably experienced in RO, UF, Precipitation, Clarification; relevant experience will be an advantage Experience in Water Treatment will be advantageous The successful candidate must be a fast learner and able to work with little supervision In possession of valid Code B drivers’ licence and own transport Solution and improvement focused (initiative and motivation). Effective time management skills with a sense of urgency. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Ability to multi- task. Working under pressure. Proactively work within a team, with the ability to work unsupervised Responsibilities: As 2IC to the Plant Manager, take plant operational responsibility for plant operational performance and wellbeing, when the Plant Manager is off site / not available , whilst ensuring safe and efficient operations of the plant(s) Providing Process, Operational and Maintenance expertise Monitor and evaluate plant health and performance and take appropriate actions Communicate plant health and performance and take required action, as and when required, to ensure plant functioning at optimum performance Compile and distribute daily plant operational performance reports to internal and external stakeholder Identify and drive optimisation initiatives and efforts Track chemical consumption and manage chemical stock levels Monitor cost of treatment and optimise where possible Identifying and implementation of Continuous Improvement Initiatives Lead onsite implementation of process changes Deliver on process related inputs required on projects in accordance with sound established engineering principles and standards to satisfy business requirements, including commissioning of new installations Management of risks relating to protection of plant equipment Compiling Standard Operating Procedures where required Perform training and development of Process Controllers and Supervisors Adhere to Incident Notification protocols and management of Incidents / NCR's and follow-through on corrective / preventative actions General client management and attendance of meetings Ensure PTO’s, SWP’s and Task Risk Assessments are in place, communicated and conducted as per schedule / procedural requirements Client communication, interaction and management Should you wish to apply please email your CV through to Kerry O’Hagan at

Location: Vanderbijlpark, ZA

Posted Date: 5/11/2024