Overview:
The Utilities Operator is responsible for ensuring that:
Technical support service to the Manufacturing division by performing operation, maintenance and troubleshooting tasks on plant equipment, in order to meet business requirement.
Responsibilities:
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Executes daily logging (meter reading), inspections and preventive maintenance tasks (e.g. filter replacements, oil changes, lubrication, housekeping).
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Diagnoses and performs the most complex maintenance and repairs on a variety of Utilities equipment (Boilers, Compressors, Dryers, Evaporative condensers, Chillers).
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Ensure continuous inspection & maintenance of incoming water supply system.
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Ensure that the boiler is started correctly and operated on the correct pressure for production.
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Ensure that water treatment system of the boiler is in full operation and TDS is within specifications at all times.
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Report any deviations on the boiler water treatment plant- I.e Lack of salts on the softners
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Operate the backup power systems (Start ups & stop) as per emergency needs.
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Operate compressed air systems as per business needs.
Reporting and Document Control
Document control – hourly boiler readings.
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Reports weekly/monthly on work done, time spent on each assignment, spares used, resources employed, etc
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Continuous reference to equipment drawings, engineering standards and GMPs in the performance and closing out of jobs done.
Technical
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Comprehensive knowledge of the methods, tools, and equipment used in the repair of mechanical/electrical and process and utilities equipment to include procedures for diagnosing malfunctions as well as the operation of equipment.
Safety
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Thorough knowledge of current and accepted occupational safety and health practices and principles to include safety and equipment design regulations
Behaviour/Skill
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The person should be a self-starter with innovative technical abilities.
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The person has to have analytical abilities to resolve mechanical plant breakdowns with permanent solutions.
- The endurance level of this individual has to be above average because of long hours and sometimes-physical activities.
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Ability to work shifts
Qualifications:
- Grade 12.
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N3 mechanical/Electrical engineering qualification.
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Minimum 5 years maintenance experience in the FMCG environment.
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Boiler operation certificate.
