Chemical Plant Operator (Hay Level 9/B2) at NECSA

Key Performance Areas

Production 

• Operate the plant in line with approved work instructions,guidelines and management directives.
• Assist in updating of work instructions.
• Monitor process trends and SPC data to ensure the production process is within operating parameters and do corrections accordingly.
• Report all operating defects to the Shift Foreman / Supervisor.
• Generate the operational report and communicate effectively to relevant parties.
• Monitor stock levels to ensure that the inventory is kept up to date and suitable for meeting production target and goals agreed on.
• Do job observation on work instructions.

Compliance with SHEQ requirements

• Adhere to safety regulations and requirements
• Oversee the safe operation of the plan
• Ensure PPE is in a good condition and correctly worn in the workplace
• Engage in risk easements with other disciplines on ad-hoc tasks
• Report sub–standard equipment and safety issues

Job Requirements

Job specific competencies and knowledge

• Knowledge of chemical processes
• Able to read and interpret PFD’s and P&IDs
• Knowledge of design processes and codes/standards
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and 14001 Environmental standard
• Understanding of mass and energy balance

Job related skills

• Communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Proper planning and time management skills

Person attributes

• Trust and Integrity
• Ethical behaviour
• Decisive and accountable
• Team player
• Must be able to work under pressure

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum Qualification Requirements: Grade 12 with Mathematics and Physical science; NQF level 4 in plant operations will be advantageous
• Minimum Experience: Three (3) years’ experience in a 24-hour chemical plant operation will be advantageous.