Superintendent

SUMMARY:
Our client in the Petrochemical industry is seeking to employ a Superintendent to join their team. Please note that this is a (fixed term contract).
Location: Mpumalanga

POSITION INFO:
Efficiency Staffing Solutions (Pty) Ltd
Registration No. 2022/876857/07
Job Advert

Duties & Responsibilities
Operational Management

• Oversee daily plant operations to ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
• Monitor production processes and optimize performance to meet targets and minimize downtime.
• Ensure proper coordination between different departments, including maintenance, engineering, and HSE.

Safety and Compliance

• Enforce strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective actions.
• Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and industry standards.

Maintenance and Reliability

• Work closely with maintenance teams to schedule and execute preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Ensure the integrity and reliability of plant equipment through proper inspections and repairs.
• Support plant shutdowns and turnarounds, ensuring timely execution and minimal operational impact.

Leadership and Team Management

• Supervise and mentor shift supervisors, operators, and other personnel.
• Conduct performance evaluations, training, and development programs to enhance workforce competency.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, teamwork, and operational excellence.

Financial and Resource Management

• Manage operational budgets and control costs related to production, maintenance, and utilities.
• Optimize resource utilization, including manpower, raw materials, and energy.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.

Project Coordination and Continuous Improvement

• Support plant expansion, modifications, and debottlenecking projects.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.
• Implement best practices and emerging technologies to enhance plant performance.

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Excellent understanding of petrochemical processes and plant operations.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting equipment and process issues.
• Strong knowledge of safety protocols and emergency response planning.
• Ability to manage budgets, optimize resources, and improve plant efficiency.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate across departments.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience in managing turnarounds, shutdowns, and plant startups

Experience & Qualification

• Must be medically fit.
• Strong knowledge of industry regulations (OSHA, etc)
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) and process control systems (DCS, SCADA).
• 3+ years of experience in operations, maintenance, or engineering within a petrochemical, refinery, or oil & gas plant.
• Compulsory internal testing per candidate.
• A clear criminal record.
• Police clearance (SAPS) adventitious.

Additional Information

• Only applicants who meet the requirements outlined above will be considered.
• If you do not hear from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

If you meet the above requirements, please submit your application, including your CV and a copy of ID.

Alternatively, email , to apply for the above position. Please include the position and job vacancy reference number in the subject line and attach your CV and a copy of ID in the email.

 

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