- Namibia
- Salary: Market Related
- Job Type: Permanent
- Sectors: Agriculture Engineering
- Reference: 180944
Vacancy Details
Employer: Namib Mills Group of Companies
Namib Poultry (Pty) Ltd is a fully integrated broiler production operation established in 2012 and situated 30 km north of Windhoek on the A1 Highway on the farm Klein Okapuka. Namib Poultry (Pty) Ltd is an equal opportunity employer with the following vacancy available at our state-of-the-art Processing Plant. Interested and suitably qualified candidates as well as candidates from the designated groups are invited to apply.
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
This role provides hands-on experience in the technical support and operational management of both wastewater and industrial water treatment systems within processing and farming environments. The position focuses on monitoring, analyzing, and optimizing treatment processes to ensure efficiency and regulatory compliance. It also offers exposure to utility systems management, compliance reporting, and cross-functional collaboration, laying a strong foundation for a future career in water treatment system and chemistry.
KEY FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Water Quality Management
- Monitor and analyze water quality parameters in the utility systems at the processing plant and Farming Services.
- Implement and maintain water treatment processes to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct regular water sampling and analysis, interpret results, and provide recommendations for improvements.
2. Process Optimization
- Collaborate with plant engineers to optimize water-related processes for efficiency and sustainability.
- Identify opportunities for water conservation and implement measures to reduce water consumption.
- Troubleshoot and address any issues related to water quality and utility systems promptly.
3. Regulatory Compliance
- Stay abreast of environmental regulations and industry standards related to water quality.
- Develop and implement strategies to ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements.
- Prepare and submit reports to regulatory agencies as required.
4. Collaboration with Farming Operations
- Oversee the provision of potable water to farming operations, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Collaborate with farm managers to address any water quality concerns on the farming side.
- Provide technical support and training to farm personnel on water management best practices.
5. Documentation and Reporting
- Maintain accurate records of water quality testing, treatment processes, and compliance documentation.
- Generate regular reports on water quality metrics, trends, and performance indicators.
6. General
- Monitor and Report Water Quality and Adjust Chemical Dosing Regime to Condensers of Cooling Plant.
- Monitor and Report Water Quality and Adjust Chemical Dosing Regime to Boilers at Processing Plant.
- Monitor and Adjustment Post-Treatment / Disinfection of Potable Water to Farming Operations.
- Improve Chemical Treatment Programmes & Efficiencies in the Water Department.
- Performing of additional Ad Hoc tasks as and when required by Management.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or National trade certificate in Water Care.
- 2 years of experience in a technical background will be an added advantage.
- Previous experience in water quality management within an industrial or processing plant setting will be advantageous.
- Proficient in English, being bilingual will be advantageous.
- Must be able to work weekends, overtime, and public holidays as and when required.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Namibian Citizen.
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