Process Engineer - Fixed Term Contract

Johannesburg
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Contract
Sectors: Mining Management
Reference: 168111

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Vacancy Details

Employer: Minopex

Introduction

DRA Water is looking for a qualified Process Engineer to be based in Spartan. This position is a Fixed Term Contract.

Purpose
Main function of this role is to ensure that all plants are operated within their design capacity and produce the desired product volumes and qualities

Duties & Responsibilities:

Main functions (but NOT limited to)

Technical oversight of plant performance, identifying production limitations and recommending and implementing process, control and procedural changes.
Physical plant walkdowns to evaluate plant condition, engineering and operational risk. Implement action plans to prevent production and product quality excursions. Recommend and implement preventative maintenance plans.
Plant performance data analysis to ensure plant performance, long term equipment and membrane health.
Identify, design and Implement plant improvements and modifications within budget.
Updating of all plant related technical and engineering documents.
Chemical dosing technical oversight, plant chemistry monitoring and optimisation to protect membrane health.

Technical Requirements

Maintain all plants at design capacity and quality specifications
Take responsibility of all process operating units and actively evaluating against design/long term operational intent. Get all process units performing to requirements.
Identification and correction of process related issues affecting production and cost to minimize risk. Maximise plant production and product quality.
Propose innovative deliverable solutions to facilitate process, production and operational improvement.
Conduct and lead Root Cause Analysis for the sites.
Timeous identification and issuing of process and quality NCR's.
Updating, training and implementation of SOP's and site control sheets.
Take responsibility in implementing onsite analytical monitoring programs to ensure accurate data, preventing additional expenditure. Emphasis on regular oversight checks on adherence.
Ensure excellent compliance in updating of controlled documents. CI'Projects, P&ID's, Schedules etc.
Manage the time schedule, quality, risk and scope of process deliverables for any plant modifications or changes.
Upskilling of other Process Engineers/ Plant Personnel.
Be a leader in driving positive change on site, by regular interaction on site. Positively influencing site culture and safety.
Investigate all plant failures, perform root cause analysis and report all findings
Ensure the correct samples are taken at the prescribed intervals
Liaise with external laboratories
Making observations and taking measurements directly, as well as collecting and interpreting data from the other technical and operating staff involved;
Initiate and implement cost saving initiatives.
Preparing reports, flow diagrams and charts
Actively contributes to the building of a safety culture within the group. Contributes to safety reporting of events and VCL’s.
Assist with standby and call-out duties as and when required.
Interact with Clients and suppliers, representing the best interest of the company.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

Matric (Grade 12) or an equivalent qualification registered at NQF Level 4, including relevant NATED courses (e.g., N3 Certificate)
Degree or Diploma in Chemical Engineering is essential
BSc Honours in Water/Wastewater Sciences/Water Utilisation will be an added advantage
Driver’s license and access to own transportation

EXPERIENCE

At least 5 years’ experience in water purification and waste water treatment plants and the associated equipment and unit processes
At least 1 year Plant Operations experience
At least 1 year Plant design experience – pump selection, pipe design, Process flow diagrams
At least 2 years Development of plant operations procedures

JOB RELATED KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

Water treatment unit processes and treatment options
Analyse plant performance data and water quality to assess how to operate the plant and intervene where necessary
General knowledge of mechanical, electrical and instrumentation fields and engineering good practice
Collate and report on all plant performance using water quality data results
Process control, Plant and Equipment Controls

JOB RELATED COMPETENCIES

Analytical skills and ability to problem solve plant issues and correct deviations
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work independently and efficiently
Report writing skills
Ability to identify factors that can inhibit physical, chemical and biological processes in water and wastewater treatment
Willingness to travel to remote sites is essential – significant time will be spent on site
Ability to interact with various stakeholders, Clients, Staff, Suppliers etc.

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About Minopex

Established in response to an industry trend towards outsourcing the operational aspects of minerals processing, Minopex has grown to become a leading specialist in the field of outsourced operation and maintenance (O&M) of metal and mineral processing facilities in the coal, platinum, gold, iron ore and diamond industries. The company is internationally acknowledged for its quality service and high standards and few mining companies run their mineral processing plants as efficiently.

Minopex sets itself apart from its competition by focusing on quality related service at market related prices and company employees fully embrace this ethos, which has become one of the company’s cornerstones of success.