Shunter

Job Advert Summary

BTT currently has a vacancy for a Shunter to join the Richards Bay Operations Team

Main Purpose of the Job:

To ensure safe and efficient bulk shunting operations on a shift basis by correctly switching points, positioning blades and positioning of rail tankers in designated stations for loading and offloading purposes

Reporting To

Rail line inspections and reporting of any deviations

Make effective decisions during shunting activities to avoid delays and incidents

Correctly switch rail points and position blades to direct tankers to appropriate loading/offloading bays

Ensure good housekeeping/cleanliness of shunting yard

Ensure compliance with rail safety regulations during all shunting and tanker placement activities

Carry out regular shunting checks as per SOPs/WIs

Report all deviations/faults on rail lines

Weigh in and out of rail tankers and record weights on SAP

Shunting of rail tankers from and to siding and within the plant

Placing and positioning of rail tankers in correct loading/offloading bays

Inspect and report all deviations/faults on rail tankers

Placing of dispatch cards on rail tankers

Liaise with Rail supervisor on all shunting operations

Matric with Mathematics and Science

Computer Literate: basic computer skills

2 years’ experience in plant operations in a chemical industry

2 years’ experience in shunting

Ability to read, write and speak English fluently