Utilities Operator: CO2 Plant at The Coca-Cola Company

Job Description    

• Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) has an exciting opportunity. We are looking for a talented individual with relevant skills and experience for a Utilities Operator: CO2 Plant, which is based in Elgin. 

Functional Capabilities:

• Operation of CO2 generation, purification, and compression equipment
• Monitoring of CO2 plant performance and product quality
• Adherence to safety, food safety, and environmental compliance standards
• Routine plant inspections and first-line maintenance
• CO2 product quality testing and basic troubleshooting
• Gas storage and transfer operations
• Plant logkeeping and reporting
• Emergency response for CO2 systems

Key Duties & Responsibilities    
Key Outcomes:

CO2 Plant Operations

• Operate the CO2 generation and purification systems in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Maintain CO2 production parameters (flow, purity, pressure, temperature) within target ranges.
• Manage storage tanks, pressure vessels, and transfer lines for continuous CO2 availability.

Monitoring and Control

• Perform regular rounds and equipment checks to identify leaks, irregularities, or deviations.
• Record key operational parameters and report abnormal conditions or alarms to the Team Leader.
• Ensure gas detectors and safety systems are functional and routinely tested.

Quality and Compliance

• Collect and test CO2 samples to ensure compliance with food-grade standards.
• Ensure product meets Coca-Cola Company quality specifications for CO2 used in beverages.
• Maintain documentation for quality checks, safety tests, and environmental controls.

Maintenance Support and Housekeeping

• Conduct first-line maintenance, cleaning, and basic repairs of CO2 plant equipment.
• Support artisans and contractors during breakdowns, overhauls, or statutory inspections.
• Maintain housekeeping in the plant to GMP and safety standards.

Safety and Environmental Stewardship

• Operate within the requirements of the OHS Act and environmental regulations.
• Monitor CO2 emissions and pressure levels in accordance with permits and standards.
• Participate in risk assessments, toolbox talks, and incident reporting.

KBI:

• CO2 plant uptime and availability
• CO2 purity and quality compliance rate
• Zero safety incidents or gas leaks
• Uninterrupted supply to production lines
• Compliance with internal and external audits
• Planned maintenance adherence (%)Reduction in CO2 waste and losses

Skills, Experience & Education    
Education

• Minimum: Grade 12 with Mathematics and Physical Science
• Preferred: N3–N6 in Mechanical, Chemical, or Process Engineering
• CO2 plant or gas operations training (advantageous)
• Relevant operator certifications (advantageous)

Experience

• 2–3 years’ experience in utilities or process plant operation (preferably in FMCG, food, or beverage)
• Experience with industrial gas systems, especially CO2 or other cryogenic/gaseous processes
• Knowledge of pressure vessels, compressors, gas detectors, and food safety environments

Skills

• Operation of CO2 generation, compression, and storage systems
• Understanding of gas properties, pressures, flow, and purity monitoring
• Basic knowledge of instrumentation, control valves, and compressors
• Gas safety and handling procedures
• Equipment logkeeping and basic report writing
• Familiarity with food safety (FSSC, ISO 22000) and safety (OHS Act) systems
• Basic troubleshooting and fault finding
• Computer literacy (MS Office, plant SCADA/HMI systems)

Deadline:8th April,2026