Process Controller - Fixed Term Contract - Cape Town (72916)

Job Description

• An engineering company based in Cape Town operating in thewater & wastewater industry is recruiting Process Controllers (Class I to Class V) with wastewater treatment experience. These are6-month or 12-month, fixed term contract positions depending on specific project. Positions will be based in the Western Cape - mostly within the City of Cape Town and Stellenbosch Municipal areas.
• Certified copies of qualifications (including Class Certificate) must be submitted as part of application

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

• The Process Controller has the primary responsibility to operate, monitor and control treatment processes at water and/or wastewater treatment facilities in line with the operating procedures, process control philosophy and applicable regulatory requirements.
• These rolesinvolve process monitoring, sampling and testing, adjusting process parameters, and maintaining accurate records to ensure consistent, compliant water/effluent quality. Appointment will be made at the Process Controller class (Class I to Class V) commensurate with the applicant's registration, qualifications and experience.

CRITICAL EXPERIENCE:

• Registeredas a Process Controller (Class I - V) with the Department of Water and Sanitation, with hands-on wastewater treatment experience appropriate to the class applied for
• Practical experience in wastewater treatment plant operations (e.g. inlet works, biological/activated sludge processes, clarification, filtration, disinfection and sludge handling) relevant to the class and plant type
• Sound understanding of process monitoring, sampling, dosing and basic process troubleshooting
• Ability to work independently, follow standard operating procedures and, at higher classes, supervise and guide junior process controllers
• The ability to work shifts and stand-by/on-call duties, and handle physically demanding tasks in wastewater treatment environments

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

• Grade 12 / NQF 4 (Matric) or equivalent, with a valid Process Controller Certificate of Competency (Class I - V) issued or recognised by the Department of Water and Sanitation, at the class applied for
• A relevant qualification of NQF 6 or higher will be advantageous
• Certified copies of qualifications (including Class Certificate) must be submitted as part of application

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES/ PROFESSIONAL EXPERTISE:

• Knowledge of Wastewater Treatment Processes and Unit Operations
• Knowledge of Process Control, Monitoring and Sampling Procedures
• Knowledge of Relevant Water Quality Standards and Regulatory Compliance Requirements
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and relevant Water Services legislation

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: (SOFT SKILLS)

• Accountability & Dependability:Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and achieves results with little oversight.
• Adaptability & Flexibility:Adapts to changing business needs, conditions, and work responsibilities.
• Creative & Innovative Thinking:Develops fresh ideas that provide solutions to all types of workplace challenges.
• Speaking:Conveys ideas and facts orally using language the audience will best understand

ORGANISATIONAL COMPETENCIES: (CULTURE-FIT)

• Adapt into a culturally diverse work environment.
• Possess honesty, integrity, passion for work.

JOB OUTPUTS:

Key Performance Areas:

Process Operations - 75%

• Operate and monitor treatment plant processes in accordance with the operating procedures and process control philosophy.
• Conduct routine sampling, testing and analysis, and adjust process/dosing parameters accordingly.
• Monitor plant performance and identify and report process deviations or equipment faults timeously.
• Maintain accurate operational, sampling and process control records and logs.
• Provide guidance and support to junior/trainee process controllers, where applicable to the class
• Executing routine process checks and preparing shift/process control reports
• Assist with commissioning, process optimisation and troubleshooting of treatment processes as required

Health & Safety - 15%

• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations
• Complete registers and checklist as specified in client's safety specification or Construction Regulations
• Housekeeping

General - 10%

• Reporting to the Plant Manager/Supervisor on status of work completed
• Compliance with company policy & procedures

Salary:

• Market related, commensurate with Process Controller class
• Benefits: Travel allowance, cell phone allowance and production bonus