CareerPlan

Chemical Engineer - Fertilizer Production

South AfricaFull-time2026-10-30

Core

Monitor, optimize, and troubleshoot chemical processes for fertilizer production units to ensure efficiency, safety, and product quality.

Role type

Chemical Engineer (Fertilizer Production)

Builds

Fertilizer products (ammonia, urea, phosphates, NPK) for agricultural use

Domain

Chemical manufacturing / Agriculture

Required skills

Chemical process engineering, Mass and energy balance calculations, Process control systems (DCS), Root cause analysis, HAZOP studies, Technical reporting, Equipment commissioning, Safety compliance

Preferred skills

Fertilizer production experience (ammonia, urea, phosphates, NPK), Chemical thermodynamics and kinetics, Engineering software proficiency

Responsibilities

Monitor and control chemical processes, Identify and implement process improvements, Conduct root cause analysis for deviations, Perform mass and energy balance calculations, Assist in equipment commissioning, Ensure environmental and safety compliance, Collaborate with maintenance teams, Prepare technical reports, Participate in HAZOP studies, Support operator training