Utilities Operator at Belgotex Floors

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & OUTPUTS:

Utility Plant Operations

• Operate and monitor the Effluent Treatment Plant in accordance with operating procedures and environmental legislation.
• Operate and monitor the Water Recycling Plant to ensure the effective treatment and reuse of process water.
• Operate and monitor the Cooling Towers to ensure efficient cooling water circulation and temperature control for manufacturing processes.
• Monitor cooling tower water quality, chemical dosing, bleed-off and make-up water systems.
• Conduct routine inspections of cooling tower fans, pumps, motors, strainers, pipework and associated equipment.
• Operate and monitor the Compressor Plant to ensure a reliable supply of compressed air to the factory.
• Conduct routine inspections of all utility plant equipment, including pumps, motors, compressors, valves, filters and pipelines.
• Monitor plant operating parameters, including pressures, temperatures, flow rates and water quality.
• Maintain accurate daily operating logs, inspection records and equipment checklists.
• Identify and report equipment faults, abnormal conditions and process deviations.

Maintenance Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance within the utility plants.
• Assist the Utilities Foreman and Engineering Department with planned maintenance, shutdowns, equipment installations and breakdown repairs.
• Carry out basic mechanical maintenance including lubrication, cleaning, filter replacement and minor repairs.
• Ensure utility equipment and work areas are maintained in a clean, safe and organised condition.

Environmental & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all environmental legislation, operating permits and company procedures relating to wastewater treatment, water recycling and cooling water systems.
• Monitor chemical dosing systems and safely handle treatment chemicals.
• Monitor water consumption and identify opportunities for water conservation.
• Support initiatives aimed at reducing utility consumption and improving energy efficiency.
• Adhere to all Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) policies, procedures and permit-to-work requirements.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Matric).
• N3 or National Certificate in Mechanical, Electrical, Process Operations or a related technical discipline will be advantageous.
• 2–3 years' experience operating industrial utility plants within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with cooling towers, water treatment, effluent treatment and compressor systems will be advantageous.
• Basic mechanical maintenance experience is desirable.