Division: Production (Northern Plants)
Reference Number: PC-07-23
Grade: PG11
Closing Date: 24 July 2023

Purpose of the job
The Process Controller reports to the Production supervisor and is responsible for the relief operation
of the production plants in the Northern section, crane/telehandler operation, product purification and

effluent treatment in a safe and optimal manner. The position is responsible for the continuous cost-
effective operation of the plant, which transforms raw materials to a final product, with the purpose of

maintaining all laid-down parameters and efficiencies in accordance with the manufacturing process.
The abovementioned activities shall be conducted in compliance with the Occupational Health and
Safety Act, No. 85 of 1993 and all relevant NCP Policies and procedures.
This position profile acts as a guide to the role only, and additional work outcomes may be required to
be performed by the incumbent.
Key performance area

• Operate, Monitor and control the plant production according to production plans using the
  applicable SOP’s;
• Management and treatment of Effluent
• Crane operation
• Product purification
• Administration and EH&S
• Resolve plant/process challenges on shift
• Manage plant downtimes and delays
• Conduct root cause analysis
• Prevent SHERQ incidences
• General Housekeeping pertaining to the operation of the plant
• SHERQ Responsibilities
  Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
• Computer literacy
• Basic knowledge of equipment used.
• Knowledge of safe operational procedures
• Attention to Detail
• Willingness to learn
• Planning and organising
• Knowledge and understanding of unit processes and consequences of non-compliance.
• Understanding of MSDS
• Able to control the plant using the DCS, PS7 process control system
• Able to work shifts

Experience

• 2-3 years’ experience in a similar position in a Chemical/Manufacturing environment.
  Qualifications:
• Matric
• NQF Level 2/3/4 Chemical Operations certificate
• National Diploma in Chemical Engineering (Advantageous)
• Valid Overhead Crane license
  Reporting structure:
• This position reports to the Production Supervisor.
  Personal Circumstances:
• Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the company’s medical Centre.
• Will be required to work shifts.
  Other Requirements:
  Please ensure:
• That the application form is fully completed and attached with your CV.
• That the reference number and/or position name of this advertisement is quoted on your
  application form.
• That recently certified copies of all qualifications referred to on your application form and cv,
  are
  submitted.
• Applications can be handed in at the HR offices on or before the closing date.
• Only applications that are submitted to HR directly will be considered.
  External Applicants:
  Please attach a copy of your most recent payslip. We regret we cannot consider any applications
  received without this information.
  Failure to comply with the above requirements will result in your application being disqualified.
  Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply, should the applicant be successful the incumbent
  will be reasonably accommodated depending on the inherent requirements of the job.
  All applicants are thanked in advance for showing interest however correspondences will only be
  entered into with the shortlisted candidates.
  Closing date: 24 July 2023
  CV’s to be sent to: careers@ncp.co.za
  Recruitment for this position will be conducted with the intention progressing our Employment
  Equity policy, targets, and objectives. The Company reserves the right not to fill this position.