Liquid Plant Supervisor

Job Advert Summary

A position for a Liquid Plant Supervisor has become available within the Operations Department at BTT Richards Bay.

The main purpose of the job is to safely plan, control and manage BTT liquid plant activities to ensure optimal performance and customer satisfaction.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbal and in writing

Ability to work with a high level of accuracy under minimum supervision

Good people management and customer service skills

Good leadership skills and easily adapt to change

Computer literacy with proficiency in Ms Office

Understanding of BTT emergency procedures

Knowledge of the HR policies and systems

SAP systems experience

Reporting To

Plan, organise, lead and control shift activities

Co-ordinate all operational activities in line with the plan and emergencies

Supervise relevant team members in line with departmental KPIs

Ensure plant, equipment and systems are operated as per design functionality and comply with the standard operating procedures and work instructions

Conduct plant inspections and rectify defects and unsafe conditions

Issue all applicable work permits

Participate in emergency response activities, audits and investigations

Make use of operations lock out system according to the permit to work (PTW) procedure

Conduct on the job training for all personnel under his/her responsibility

Ensure sound communication between departments to ensure smooth operation and avoid delays

Conduct team-briefing sessions to keep team members abreast on matters affecting them

Conduct performance reviews, disciplinary hearings and grievance enquiries

Maintain sound relationships between team members and keep team members motivated.

Grade 12 with Mathematics and Science

Supervisory Certification advantageous

NQF level 4 advantageous

5 years’ experience in a chemical or petro-chemical industry

Knowledge of SHEQ systems (ISO45001, ISO14001 & ISO9001)

Completed all internal training as per the training Matrix advantageous

Process Safety experience advantageous