Plant Operations Technician

Our client is seeking a diligent and safety-conscious Plant Operations Technician to join their team in Richards Bay. This crucial role involves monitoring and operating complex industrial plant equipment to ensure efficient and safe production processes. You will be responsible for performing routine checks, maintaining operational logs, and responding effectively to alarms and process deviations. This position demands a keen eye for detail, a strong understanding of industrial machinery, and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of operational integrity.

The successful candidate will play a vital part in maintaining productivity and ensuring the smooth functioning of our client's significant industrial operations.

• Operate and monitor plant machinery and control systems to ensure optimal performance and adherence to production schedules.
• Conduct regular inspections of equipment, identifying potential issues and reporting them promptly to supervisors.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance tasks as per established schedules.
• Maintain accurate operational logs, recording production data, deviations, and maintenance activities.
• Respond to plant alarms and process upsets, taking appropriate actions to ensure safety and minimize disruption.
• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to resolve operational challenges and implement process improvements.

• Proven experience as a Plant Operations Technician or in a similar industrial operations role.
• Solid understanding of industrial plant processes, equipment, and control systems.
• Ability to interpret operational data and respond effectively to alarms and alerts.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and adherence to operational procedures.
• Good problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Experience with SCADA or similar plant control software is advantageous.

• Competitive salary with regular performance reviews.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits package.
• Opportunities for career advancement and specialized training.
• A challenging and rewarding work environment in a key industrial region.
• Contribution to a company committed to operational excellence and safety.