Qualifications:National senior certificate (Matric/Similar)Drivers LicenseBasic first aid & firefighting preferredResponsibilities:Plant operation & monitoringThe continuous monitoring (SCADA) and control of all operational parameters of the waste-to-value process plantOperate process machinery and equipmentFollow start-up and shut-down procedures of both the entire plant and the individual process unitsRecord and log production figures, downtime events, maintenance events and anomalies in the operating parameters electronicallyReport critical production figures and process parameters in regular updates on messaging platformsVisually monitor effluent and feed streamsEffluent and gas samplingReport all plant issues or parameter anomalies to the site managerMaintenanceFollow out preventative maintenance schedules on plant process equipmentAttend to breakdownsEffective troubleshooting (self and remotely with supplier)Complete equipment checklistsMaintain housekeeping standards on the plantManage contractors that come to siteStock ControlMonitor raw materials usage and inform site manager when more stock is requiredManage spare parts stockEnsure storage areas are clean and organisedLaboratoryConduct lab testing accurately and safelyRecord and report resultsManage stock levels of lab testing consumables and chemicalsManage calibration of lab equipment (some can be done internally, some external)Clean and maintain lab equipmentCoordinate external lab testingHealth & SafetyAdhere to H&S proceduresUpkeep of H&S fileReport incidents and near-missesManage regular checks of safety equipment (fire equipment, spill kits, safety shower, etc.)Admin & Supply ChainClock in & outOvertime reconciliationManage office supplies stockAssist with supply chain (contact suppliers, quote acquisition, recommendations, etc.)Salary - R14 000 to R18 000