About this role
<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="color:black"><strong>We are hiring!</strong></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="color:black">At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="color:black">We’re on the lookout for an <strong>Outside Operator Uptakes #3 </strong>to safely and efficiently operate the equipment under his/her control, to ensure optimum production thereby reducing downtime and incorrect functioning of the plant. The incumbent must be the eyes of the Process Controller, and be responsible for all duties outside of the control room.</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="color:black"><strong>As an </strong><strong>Outside Operator Uptakes #3 </strong><strong>you will be responsible for:</strong></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="color:black"><strong>PLANT OPERATIONS</strong></span></p> <ul style="text-align:justify"> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Takes and hands over shifts, ensuring effective communication and continuity of operations.</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Monitors, controls, and audits the functionality and operating parameters of all outside plant equipment.</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Performs pre-start-up inspections and executes equipment start-ups and shutdowns in accordance with approved procedures.</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Conducts regular equipment inspections, takes samples as required, and implements corrective actions to minimise downtime and production delays.</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Identifies, reports, and responds to abnormal plant conditions, breakdowns, power failures, and operating problems in consultation with the Process Controller.</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Maintains high housekeeping standards and performs additional operational duties as directed by the Process Controller or Shift Superintendent.</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="color:black"><strong>SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT & QUALITY (SHEQ)</strong></span></p> <ul style="text-align:justify"> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Creates and maintains a safe work environment by identifying, managing, and mitigating operational risks.</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Ensures compliance with all safety business processes, procedures, BBS practices, and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Conducts plant walkabouts and inspections, reporting accidents, injuries, fires, and non-conformances while implementing corrective actions where required.</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="color:black"><strong>SHUT MANAGEMENT</strong></span></p> <ul style="text-align:justify"> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Maintains, updates, and prioritises the outside plant shut list and records equipment defects and operating information on the appropriate log sheets.</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Communicates equipment defects and maintenance requirements effectively with the Process Controller and relevant maintenance personnel.</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="color:black"><strong>SYSTEMS & PROCESS COMPLIANCE</strong></span></p> <ul style="text-align:justify"> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Ensures compliance with SAP notification and work order business processes and accurately records operational information.</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Communicates effectively with the Process Controller and other stakeholders to support safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations.</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="color:black"><strong>What are we looking for?</strong></span></p> <ul style="text-align:justify"> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Grade 12 (Matric) with Mathematics and Physical Science.</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">N3 in Pulp and Paper.</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Minimum of 3 years’ relevant production experience in a manufacturing or production environment.</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="color:black"><strong>What’s in it for you?</strong><strong> </strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="text-align:justify;color:black"><span style="color:black">Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;color:black"><span style="color:black">Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;color:black"><span style="color:black">Opportunities to travel .</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;color:black"><span style="color:black">Market leading leave benefits.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;color:black"><span style="color:black">Employee wellbeing benefits.</span></li> </ul>