Senior Operator Acid Plant Control Room (Ftc)

Swakp Uranium - swakopmund, namibia

3 years ago

Responsible for the efficient operations of the Acid Plant control room area by performing, lockouts, isolation and complete clearance permits.

Specification

  • Take the necessary action to meet the Shift/daily production targets as set.
  • Analyze and interpret shift performance trends and initiate changes to ensure metal throughput and recovery in accordance to shift targets.
  • Supervise work activities of the acid plant.
  • Attend to process maintenance activities and interact with engineering to ensure all tasks are completed according to plan.
  • Input production data as required for the Daily report.
  • Ensure that all samples are taken and dispatched according to set operating procedures.
  • Coordinate shift handover is done properly between the oncoming shift and the current shift.
  • Review the laboratory results in consultation with the Supervisor and take the necessary steps to improve plant performance.
  • Maintain proper process plant records, log sheets and equipment running data sheets, recognize readings outside specified values, and inform the
  • supervisor should these occur.
  • Identify production problem areas and in consultation with supervisor and initiate modifications to improve production.
  • Conduct daily and monthly inspections according to schedule and ensure that subordinates comply with the inspection schedules.
  • Attend pre-planning meetings to discuss all lockout requirements and all work to be done and examine the risks.
  • Manage all lockout activities on shift and ensure that equipment is locked out according to the Lockout and Isolation Procedure and ensure all energy
  • sources are isolated before work can commence.
  • Audit all completed lockout activities, and discuss deviations with all concerned.
  • Interact with employees to create a culture that encourage a proactive approach to Safety, Health, Environment and Radiation.
  • Complete all required safety related documents including safe work permits, locks registry, etc. and ensure all work is carried out safely.
  • Identify all SSHER impacts for the sections and provide resources to execute the action plans and correct deficiencies.
  • Ensure compliance to good housekeeping practices in the workplace and report unsafe practices and unsafe working conditions
  • Attend and participate in departmental SSHER meetings and assist in resolving concerns and issues.
  • Conduct Safety inductions for new employees and visitors at Acid Plant section
  • Safely prepare basic equipment for maintenance, following established procedures and policies.
  • Coordinate monthly, weekly and daily plant inspections for all Sections under area of responsibility, and ensure compliance by subordinates
  • Participate in all inspections and keep track of actual against schedule and take appropriate action to ensure compliance to schedule.
  • Ensure that all inspections are captured on inspection sheets and all actions emanating from inspections reach the relevant departments by loading
  • onto SAP/Safety Management System.
  • Responsible for compiling a comprehensive shift report which covers safety, production and downtime.
  • Discuss and coordinate processing requirements with relevant stakeholders, and communicate this to the subordinates.
  • Give concise and clear instruction to shift personnel to ensure that tasks are executed safely and efficiently.
  • Communicate all production delays to the Power plant section with accurate forecast for when production will resume.
  • Review and analyse all job requests generated for quality to ensure that clear communication reaches the maintenance department.

Requirements

  • Grade 12
  • Five years experience working in an Acid Plant.
  • Technical knowledge of plant operational processes and procedures
  • Knowledge of SSHER-Q policies and procedures.
  • Experience in Acid Plant Operations.
  • Knowledge Isolation Operations.
  • Knowledge of Lock out Procedures
  • Knowledge of Confined spaces operations
  • Experience in Handling hazardous chemical and material
  • Valid Code B/BE Drivers License.
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