Utilities Operator x3 - Isando Plant Snacks-ZAF at PepsiCo

Responsibilities

Equipment Maintenance

• Executes daily logging (meter reading), inspections and preventive maintenance tasks (e.g. filter replacements, oil changes, lubrication, housekeeping).
• Diagnoses and performs the most complex maintenance and repairs on a variety of Utilities equipment (Boilers, Compressors, Dryers, Evaporative condensers, Chillers).
• Ensure continuous inspection & maintenance of incoming water supply system.
• Ensure that the boiler is started correctly and operated on the correct pressure for production.
• Ensure that water treatment system of the boiler is in full operation and TDS is within specifications at all times.
• Report any deviations on the boiler water treatment plant- I.e Lack of salts on the softeners
• Operate the backup power systems (Startups & stop) as per emergency needs.
• Operate compressed air systems as per business needs.

Reporting and Document Control

• Document control – hourly boiler readings.
• Reports weekly/monthly on work done, time spent on each assignment, spares used, resources employed, etc
• Continuous reference to equipment drawings, engineering standards and GMPs in the performance and closing out of jobs done.

Technical

• Comprehensive knowledge of the methods, tools, and equipment used in the repair of mechanical/electrical and process and utilities equipment to include procedures for diagnosing malfunctions as well as the operation of equipment.

Safety

• Thorough knowledge of current and accepted occupational safety and health practices and principles to include safety and equipment design regulations.

Behaviour/Skill

• The person should be a self-starter with innovative technical abilities.
• The person has to have analytical abilities to resolve mechanical plant breakdowns with permanent solutions.   
• The endurance level of this individual has to be above average because of long hours and sometimes-physical activities.
• Ability to work shifts
• The person must be a team player with ability to communicate precisely and engage different stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Grade 12.
• N3 mechanical/Electrical engineering qualification.
• Minimum 5 years maintenance experience in the FMCG environment.
• Boiler operation certificate.