Process Controller - Cape Town, South Africa - Logic 360 Group

Logic 360 Group

Verified Company

Cape Town, South Africa

1 week ago

Posted by:

Thabo Mthembu

beBee Recruiter

Description

This person will be responsible to monitor the performance of the plant within a shift period; do the required water analysis, compile and issue relevant reports; adjust the parameters of the plant in order to achieve the required water quality and quantity; strive to minimise the consumption of chemicals and electricity; liaise with the Plant Supervisor to implement specific instructions; perform minor maintenance activities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Primary goal: Coordinate, control and monitor all operational activities on the plant within a shift period
Collect samples and complete analyses in the site laboratory as per the prescribed monitoring programme
Undertake preventative maintenance on plant equipment as per the prescribed maintenance programme (as required)
Monitor and control plant operations via the plant SCADA system
Perform manual operations and process interventions as per the prescribed operating procedures
Accurate recordkeeping of plant interventions and activities for future reference, including log sheets, incident and shift reports
Adhere to safety procedures and guidelines (Occupational Health & Safety Act)
Participate in the development of policies and procedures; monitor work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures; make recommendations for changes and improvements to existing standards and procedures
Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives
Identify ways to improve efficiency and plant operation cost effectiveness
Respond appropriately and decisively during plant emergencies
Carry out specific tasks & instructions as directed by the Plant Supervisor
Assist with coordination of activities of thirdparty contractors to minimize disruption of plant processes
Ensure total confidentiality of all information, internal and external, pertaining to the business of the Company

Required Competence:

NQF level 4 qualification (Matric) and formal registration as a Process Controller would be an advantage.
In the absence of a formal registration as Process Controller (Class I, II, III, IV or V) the relevant qualifications, years of experience in water treatment and/or biogas plant operation as well as level of seniority in previous operational experience will be used to evaluate the effective Class of appointment as Junior Process Controller, Process Controller or Senior Process Controller.
Required to perform shift work and work outside normal working hours, during emergencies and planned overtime.
Required to work in all weather conditions.
Be responsible, reliable and work independently.
Good technical problemsolving abilities.
Good communication and organizational skills.
Computer literacy.
Valid Drivers' Licence (code EB).
Experience as a Lab Technician (sampling & analyses) would be an advantage.