Job Description

Our client is looking for a Plant Operator in Rustenburg, North-West:Summary:
The operator must be a literate person with some computer experience. The chosen candidate must have strong communication skills (English, spoken and written) and the ability to recognise trends and anomalies in operational data. Pro-active problem solving and an ability to effectively troubleshoot in a team are essential traits. The operator must be prepared to work on a rotational shift basis with occasional overtime.Qualifications:

• National senior certificate (Matric/Similar)
• Drivers License
• Basic first aid & firefighting preferred

Responsibilities:Plant operation & monitoring

• The continuous monitoring (SCADA) and control of all operational parameters of the waste-to-value process plant
• Operate process machinery and equipment
• Follow start-up and shut-down procedures of both the entire plant and the individual process units
• Record and log production figures, downtime events, maintenance events and anomalies in the operating parameters electronically
• Report critical production figures and process parameters in regular updates on messaging platforms
• Visually monitor effluent and feed streams
• Effluent and gas sampling
• Report all plant issues or parameter anomalies to the site manager

Maintenance

• Follow out preventative maintenance schedules on plant process equipment
• Attend to breakdowns
• Effective troubleshooting (self and remotely with supplier)
• Complete equipment checklists
• Maintain housekeeping standards on the plant
• Manage contractors that come to site

Stock Control

• Monitor raw materials usage and inform site manager when more stock is required
• Manage spare parts stock
• Ensure storage areas are clean and organised

Laboratory

• Conduct lab testing accurately and safely
• Record and report results
• Manage stock levels of lab testing consumables and chemicals
• Manage calibration of lab equipment (some can be done internally, some external)
• Clean and maintain lab equipment
• Coordinate external lab testing

Health & Safety

• Adhere to H&S procedures
• Upkeep of H&S file
• Report incidents and near-misses
• Manage regular checks of safety equipment (fire equipment, spill kits, safety shower, etc.)

Admin & Supply Chain

• Clock in & out
• Overtime reconciliation
• Manage office supplies stock
• Assist with supply chain (contact suppliers, quote acquisition, recommendations, etc.)

Salary - R14 000 to R18 000

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