Boiler and Turbine Specialist 1 at Sappi

Company:

Sappi

Sappi

Industry: Manufacturing / Production / FMCG

Deadline: Not specified

Job Type: Full Time

Qualification: Bachelors

Experience: 10 years

Location: KwaZulu-Natal

City: Durban

Field: Engineering / Technical 

As a Boiler and Turbine Specialist, you will be responsible to:

  • Review critical performance parameters on a daily basis, actioning any deviations from specifications and keeping a historical account of operating parameters, monitoring  for long term potential deviations
  • Optimise the performance of turbine generators and boilers and produce monthly reports on unit performances
  • Address operating parameters out of specification through technical adjustments
  • Manage and develop long term strategies for boiler life extensions
  • Review and inspect the operating units  for efficient functionality addressing any potential risks to uninterrupted runability
  • Identify improvement opportunities and coordinate trial initiatives
  • Manage and support mills with annual shutdowns and boiler maintenance requirements as well as service level agreements with suppliers
  • Mentor and guide employees in understanding the operating principles of boiler and turbine units
  • Assist with problem solving and corrective action including the facilitation, initiation and participation in team based problem solving
  • Develop best operating practices for boiler and componant optimisation for development and sustainability
  • Stay abreast of international standards and trends to ensure latest technology evaluation at all times

What are we looking for?

  • BSc Chemical /Mechanical / Electrical Engineering would be considered advantageous while other relevant qualifications will also be considered
  • 10 years of Process engineering experience in specific relation to combustion with a minimum of 5 years’ engineering experience in Energy networks, Turbines, Boilers and or Environmental management.
  • Potential candidates should possess a good understanding of boiler maintenance with strong operational experience to optimise boiler efficiency

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