Plant Operator Chemical Industry

Roles Responsibilities Operate the sulphonation reactor and associated process equipment through startup inprocess control and shutdown Control reaction parameters feed rates temperature SO3 oleum or airSO3 ratio residence time to maintain product quality and yield Handle and charge raw material safely following correct procedures for corrosive and reactive chemicals Monitor the process for abnormal conditions and respond correctly to upsets deviations or equipment issues without needing to escalate every decision Coordinate tank farm receipt storage and transfer of feedstock and product in support of each campaign Work with the QC to verify inprocess and finished product quality against specification Work with the SHERQ on safe handling PPE ventilation scrubber operation spill response and regulatory compliance specific to sulphonation Supervise and train assistant operators during the shift including PPE compliance and safe work practice Complete accurate records shift logs and incident or nearmiss reports Support planning and equipment readiness inspections maintenance cleaning spares between plant runs Desired Candidate Profile Diploma or Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering 5 to 10 years of experience working in a Sulphonation Plant Strong written and spoken English Basic computer skills Commitment to safety and environmental responsibility Ability to work independently in shifts and as part of a team Strong analytical troubleshooting and problemsolving skills