Lead Process Engineer

The job holder undertakes technical studies and evaluates solutions on both technical and economic merits, to ensure the best possible solution is selected to maximise profitability. The job holder assists operations with the preparation of start-up and commissioning procedures for proper start-up & minimum downtime. The job holder contributes to the uninterrupted operation of the plant and thus assists in maximising profits / margins.

• Provide professional engineering advice and technical expertise to support development and optimization of unit operational plans.
• Provide ongoing professional engineering advice, technical expertise and troubleshooting assistance to maintain and enhance operation and throughput of the unit.
• Provides technical input for advanced process control applications to enhance operation of the unit.
• Monitor operating parameters to ensure unit streams are within specified limits and IOW.
• Provide professional engineering advice and technical expertise for SASREF business units and departments to support project development, engineering studies, SD/TA plans and activities, materials and contract procurement, I&R improvement programs.
• Execute assigned inspection activities and monitoring of catalyst loading during SD/TA to support QA/QC and ensure compliance with agreed work practices and methodology.

• B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering.
• 10 years’ experience in process engineering in Oil/ Gas industry (Minimum of 5 years in refining).
• Very good English language skills and competent in the use of PC applications (MS Office suite or equivalent).