Production Engineer - Witbank

Requirements

• B.Eng or BTech in Chemical Engineering.
• 3-5 years’ relevant experience in water treatment processes - non negotiable!
• Proven experience in process improvement and optimisation initiatives
• Experience with mine-impacted water treatment processes
• Experience operating and monitoring membrane filtration processes
• Strong technical understanding of process, operational, and maintenance requirements
• Computer literacy
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport
• Medically fit
• No criminal record
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Solution- and improvement-focused with strong initiative
• Effective time-management skills and a strong sense of urgency
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities
• Willingness to perform standby duties when required

Responsibilities

• Provide effective technical support to the operations team
• Drive continuous improvement and optimisation of plant processes
• Monitor plant health and proactively address issues to optimise plant availability
• Take operational responsibility for plant performance and overall plant wellbeing
• Ensure safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations
• Provide process, operational, and maintenance expertise
• Monitor and communicate plant health and performance
• Identify and implement optimisation and cost-saving initiatives
• Track chemical consumption and manage chemical stock levels
• Monitor treatment costs and identify opportunities for cost optimisation
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Lead the on-site implementation of process changes
• Provide engineering and process-related input into projects
• Assist with the commissioning of new installations
• Manage risks relating to the protection of plant equipment
• Compile and maintain Standard Operating Procedures where required
• Train and develop Process Controllers and Supervisors
• Compile monthly plant reports and provide effective reporting to the Production Manager
• Maintain detailed records and reporting on processes, projects, and improvement initiatives
• Attend client feedback meetings and provide professional reporting
• Maintain strong client communication and relationships
• Ensure client satisfaction through high-quality service delivery
• Ensure compliance with contractual quality and quantity KPIs
• Maintain effective administration and control procedures
• Perform standby duties as required
• Carry out any other reasonable duties required to support operational objectives