SUMMARY: An excellent opportunity has become available for a Process Controller to join a leading water treatment operation in Worcester, Western Cape.
POSITION INFO: Process Controller
Worcester, Western Cape, Salary
R20,000 basic with approximately R3000 overtime and R3000 night shift allowance. 12 month fixed term. Shifts are 12 hrs, 2 days 4 nights 4 off. Annual leave is taken in December and January during the wine season shutdowns.
An excellent opportunity has become available for a Process Controller to join a leading water treatment operation in Worcester, Western Cape .
Reporting to the Plant Supervisor , the successful incumbent will assist with the efficient operation and control of treatment processes, ensuring compliance with required specifications, performance standards, and quality protocols.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate Biological, Ultrafiltration (UF), Nano Filtration (NF)and Reverse Osmosis (RO)treatment works to meet required specifications and standards.
- Monitor, operate, and control process units, ancillary services, and equipment in accordance with SOPs, O&M manuals, and contractual requirements .
- Conduct operational checks, process monitoring, and required adjustments across all related equipment.
- Record operational parameters at shift start and at required intervals with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Monitor and control system parameters, making process adjustments and reporting deviations for optimized performance.
- Inspect all operational equipment for performance, availability, and blockages before and during operation.
- Ensure that the total plant process is continuously monitored and controlled.
- Collect process samples and ensure the correct collection and handling of control and quality samples.
- Manage and report on operational stock levels daily, initiating replenishment orders as needed.
- Maintain the cleanliness of all equipment, floors, sensors, and surrounding areas to ensure optimal housekeeping standards.
- Perform pre-start, post-stop, and continual cleaning of all relevant systems.
- Execute additional operational duties and instructions as directed by the Plant Supervisor.
Competency Profile
- Diploma or BTech in Chemical Engineering
- Minimum 1 year experience in Ultrafiltration (UF)and Reverse Osmosis (RO)operations or similar process environments.
- Strong foundational knowledge in mass and flow balances, critical for the plant''s stability.
- A proactive attitude and strong work ethic
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- High attention to detail with accurate record-keeping abilities.
- Good literacy and numeracy skills.
If you''re a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for water treatment operations, we''d like to hear from you.