AECI is a South African based explosive and speciality chemical company focused on providing products and services to a broad spectrum of customers in the mining, manufacturing, agricultural, food and beverage, and general industrial sectors. it has regional and international businesses in Africa,South-East Asia, the USA and Australia.
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Roles and Responsibilities
- Conduct preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance on all mechanical equipment to ensure optimal performance
- Troubleshoot mechanical faults, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions
- Maintain mechanical systems, including pumps, compressors, conveyors, and rotating equipment
- Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to improve equipment reliability and process efficiency
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards during all maintenance activities
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, including work orders, service reports, and equipment histories
- Assist with the installation, commissioning, and testing of new mechanical equipment
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize plant mechanical operations
Qualifications and Experience
- National Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
- Trade certification or equivalent mechanical technical qualification is advantageous
- In-depth understanding of mechanical systems, including pumps, compressors, conveyors, and rotating equipment
- Knowledge of preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance techniques
- Familiarity with maintenance management systems, technical drawings, and documentation
- Understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations in a manufacturing or process environment
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
- Hands-on mechanical repair and maintenance skills
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals
- Commitment to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement
Key Competencies
- Technical problem-solving
- Analytical thinking Planning and decision-making
- Leadership
- Communication
- Project Management
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Roles and Responsibilities
- Approved project charters, scope documents, and schedules
- Feasibility studies, risk assessments, and cost estimates completed
- Timely execution of Nitrates projects within scope, budget, and schedule
- Coordination of contractors, vendors, and internal teams
- Quality assurance and compliance with SHEQ standards
- Budget tracking, variance reports, and cost forecasts
- Approval of variations, progress claims, and invoices within mandate
- Regular status reports and updates to internal stakeholders
- Effective collaboration with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, and SHEQ teams
- Implementation of risk mitigation strategies
- Compliance with OHS Act, MHSA, Environmental Regulations, and internal SHEQ standards
- Zero harm principles applied across all project activities
- Completion of as-built documentation, O&M manuals, and training records
- Formal handover of projects to Operations and Maintenance teams
- Post-project review and lessons learned reports
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial) or equivalent
- Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or similar) is highly desirable
- In-depth understanding of Nitrates production processes and chemical plant operations
- Project management methodologies (PMBOK, PRINCE2, or equivalent)
- Knowledge of health, safety, environmental, and quality (SHEQ) standards, including OHS Act, MHSA, Explosives Regulations, and NEMA requirements
- Familiarity with engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning processes
- Understanding of budget management, cost control, and financial reporting
Key Competencies
- Leadership
- Analytical
- Planning and decision-making
- Project Management
- Communication
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Roles and Responsibilities
- Product Quality & Compliance
- Consistently meet ISO, SHEQ, and customer-specific technical specifications.
- Implement corrective and preventive actions for any quality deviations.
- Technical Support to Production Teams
- Provide hands-on guidance to optimize processes, improve efficiency, and resolve operational issues.
- Support troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for production challenges.
- Continuous Improvement
- Lead initiatives to enhance product quality, yield, and plant uptime.
- Identify and implement process improvements and best practices.
- Customer & Stakeholder Alignment
- Collaborate with commercial and operations teams to ensure production output meets customer requirements and forecasts.
- Address customer complaints and ensure timely, effective resolution.
- Reporting & Documentation
- Maintain accurate records of process performance, quality metrics, and improvement initiatives.
- Prepare technical reports and compliance documentation for audits and management review.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Process Engineering
- Postgraduate qualification in engineering and business highly advantageous
- 10 years’ relevant production, process engineering and technical experience
- Minimum 5 years senior management experience in heavy chemical manufacturing environment
- Certifications in quality, process improvement and lean manufacturing
- Detailed understanding of the OHS act and Explosives regulations.
- Nitrates production processes
- ISO, SHEQ, and OHS compliance standards
- Process optimization and quality assurance
- Customer technical specifications
- Leading a team of technical experts
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Required outputs: Functional
- Do installations and maintenance services on our existing dosing equipment (Electrical & Mechanical)
- Provide guidance and recommendations for the installations of new dosing equipment
- Advice on better and more efficient technology for our dosing stations
- Work closely with service specialist to ensure proper maintenance of AECI resources
- Response to call outs and standby duties
- Safety Inspections – PTRA’s and House keeping
- Maintain workshop Tools and Equipment
- Maintain good housekeeping at the workshop and at the plant
- Comply with governance and compliance policies and procedures, work within established policies, systems, procedures, processes and practices
- Comply with Safety, Health and Environment standards
- Ensure safety and health, sustainability and quality standards are maintained
- Be prepared to work overtime or respond to call-outs if and when required
- Maintain buildings and yard lights
- Earth leakage Inspections
Qualifications and expertise required (Must)
- Matric/Grade 12.
- Trade Tested (Eletro-mech, boiler maker or equivalent)
- Computer literate: MS Word, MS Excel
- Ability to concentrate for long periods during repetitive work
- Ability to act quickly when problems arise
- Awareness of health, safety and environmental issues
- Capacity to maintain performance levels in stressful environment
Competencies (skills, knowledge and characteristics)
- Safety Awareness
- Problem solving ability
- Team player
- Attention to detail
- Flexibility
- Time management skills
- Ability to work on own
- Multi-Tasking
- Good people and communication skills
- Technical Aptitude
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Roles and Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee all AN Bagging activities during the shift to ensure accurate, timely, and high-quality output
- Ensure continuous plant availability and optimal machine utilization
- Execute daily and weekly production schedules to meet customer and business requirements
- Monitor process parameters and ensure immediate corrective action for deviations.
- Lead shift handovers and maintain accurate production and downtime records
- Enforce compliance with all Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality (SHEQ) procedures
- Conduct shift safety talks, toolbox meetings, and risk assessments
- Ensure proper use of PPE and adherence to safe operating procedures
- Investigate and report incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions promptly
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance SHEQ performance
- Supervise operators, packers, and material handlers to ensure efficient shift performance
- Plan, allocate, and coordinate manpower based on production demands
- Provide coaching, discipline, and performance feedback to team members
- Manage attendance, overtime, and shift rosters
- Promote teamwork, accountability, and a high-performance culture
- Ensure products are bagged and handled according to quality specifications.
- Monitor and record quality checks, ensuring non-conforming products are identified and addressed
- Ensure adherence to housekeeping and 5S standards
- Conduct pre-start and end-of-shift inspections for equipment and machinery
- Raise maintenance notifications and follow up on repairs and breakdowns
- Support maintenance teams during shutdowns and breakdown activities
- Implement basic preventive maintenance tasks as required
- Complete daily production, quality, and downtime reports
- Maintain accurate records of overtime, attendance, incidents, and training
- Participate in audits, investigations, and shift review meetings
Qualifications and Experience
- Matric certificate / NQF Level 4 in Chemical Operations.
- National Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or a related field
- Minimum of 3-4 years’ experience in team management within a process or chemical operations environment
- Strong understanding of maintenance planning, equipment reliability, and operational excellence
- Proven leadership, team development, and stakeholder management capabilities
- Strong understanding of manufacturing/chemical plant operations
- Knowledge of SHEQ standards and legal compliance
- Ability to lead and motivate teams in a shift environment
- Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Excellent communication and reporting skills
- Basic mechanical or process troubleshooting skills
- Computer literacy (MS Office, production systems)
Key Competencies
- Leadership
- Safety and compliance mindset
- Planning and decision-making
- Attention to detail
- Communication
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Required outputs: Functional
- Conduct Safety checks, process pre-start-ups, conduct daily routine inspection
- Operate the plant through SCADA programme and correct deviations accordingly
- Ensure that the handover log sheets is completed accurately.
- Perform analysis on plant water samples as required and report if any deviations.
- Carry out visual inspection, screening, weighing, recording and analysing results from specifications
- Ensure accurate production data is captured in the system
- Basic knowledge of operational machinery
- Comply with governance and compliance policies and procedures, work within established policies, systems, procedures, processes and practices
- Comply with Safety, Health and Environment standards
- Ensure safety and health, sustainability and quality standards are maintained.
- Carry out Visual checks on plant and equipment
- Records data, such as Process Inputs and Process Outputs
- Operation of dosing stations and chemical supply
- Ensure effective shut down and start-up of RO plant.
- Maintain good housekeeping standards on the plant.
- Correct storage of equipment and chemical stock.
- Continuously evaluate plant operations for improvement opportunities
- Do CIP on equipment as required to ensure plant efficiency.
- Manage chemical stock level and accurate monitoring of consumption.
- Be prepared to work overtime or respond to call-outs if and when required
Qualifications and expertise required (Must)
- A minimum qualification of Grade 12/Matric
- Experience in a manufacturing environment would be an advantage
- Ability to concentrate for long periods during repetitive work
- Ability to act quickly when problems arise
- Shift work required
Competencies (skills, knowledge and characteristics)
- Communication skills.
- Safety Awareness
- Problem solving ability.
- Analytical ability
- Team player
- Attention to detail
- Self-starter (must be able to operate with minimum supervision).
- Flexibility
- Time management skills
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