Control Room Operator at Bidvest Tank Terminals

Job Advert Summary    

• BTT is currently recruiting for four (4) Control Room Operators to join the Richards Bay Operations Department.
• The main purose of the job is to safely monitor and co-ordinate BTT plant operation activities from the Control Room to ensure optimal performance and customer satisfaction.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Ability to engage and communicate at all level and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of BTT Richards Bay Emergency Procedures
• Knowledge of SAP & SCADA system advantageous
• Knowledge of ISO 9001,14001 and 45001
• Completed Fire Training programme.
• Computer proficient in Ms Office

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric with Mathematics and / or Science
• Chemical operations training (NQF level 2) advantageous
• Five years as an Operator in the chemical industry
• Experience in more than one BTT operational plant advantageous.

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Operate and monitor SCADA systems for operational activities.
• Monitor all tank levels and pressures at all times.
• Report any discrepancies to the relevant Supervisor.
• Complete the daily handover book accurately at the beginning and end of each shift.
• Receive reports on attendance and channel the information to the correct personnel.
• Control of trucks by liaising with both the plant operators and the check point
• Timeously respond to all radio calls which are directed to the control room.
• Conduct stop dips calculations on SAP at the beginning and during loading
• Perform calculations for stop dips related to planned transfers
• Monitor tank levels during vessel activities.
• Liaise with Surveyor concerning the status of the ship.
• Capture all mamba activities, record delays and record turnaround times on SAP.
• Print ATG levels hourly and before and after rail loading/offloading.
• Test and activate all deluge systems in emergencies and standard testing.
• Activate the Emergency Alarm on the designated date and time in accordance with BTT standards.
• Play key role in emergency situations.
• Report any faulty equipment in the control room.