Graduate Chemical Engineer - Operations Support
Listed on 2026-10-03
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Manufacturing / Production
Chemical Manufacturing -
Engineering
Chemical Engineering, Process Engineer, Chemical Manufacturing
About the Role
Our client is excited to offer an opportunity for a motivated Graduate Chemical Engineer to join their operations support team in Benoni . This entry-level position is designed for individuals with a strong academic foundation in chemical engineering who are eager to apply their knowledge in a real-world industrial setting. You will work closely with experienced engineers and operators, gaining valuable exposure to plant operations, process monitoring, and troubleshooting.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a keen interest in learning, excellent problem-solving capabilities, and a commitment to workplace safety and efficiency. This is an ideal role for a recent graduate looking to launch a successful career in the chemical industry and contribute to the smooth functioning of vital production processes.
- Support senior engineers in monitoring plant performance and identifying deviations from optimal conditions.
- Assist in data collection, analysis, and reporting related to plant operations and production metrics.
- Participate in plant walk-throughs to observe processes and identify potential safety or operational issues.
- Help with the preparation of operational procedures and documentation.
- Learn and apply fundamental chemical engineering principles to support daily plant activities.
- Assist in troubleshooting minor operational problems under supervision.
- Recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering .
- Strong theoretical knowledge of core chemical engineering concepts.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel for data handling.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
- A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn new skills.
- Commitment to safety and environmental best practices.
- Competitive starting salary for graduates.
- Structured training program and ongoing professional development.
- Mentorship from experienced chemical engineers.
- Exposure to diverse chemical manufacturing processes.
- A supportive and collaborative team environment.
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