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MASA SA opportunity

Chemical Engineer Graduate / Intern (Umhlanga)

Location: Umhlanga, KwaZulu-NatalA well-established and growing company is seeking a Chemical Engineer to join its team in Umhlanga.This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated Chemical Engineer to gain practical experience, broaden their technical knowledge and develop a long-term career within a dynamic business.The role offers exposure to different technical, engineering, operational and business functions, allowing the successful candidate to develop a broad understanding of the organisation.PREFERRED INDUSTRY BACKGROUNDCandidates with experience or exposure to petroleum, petrochemical, oil & gas, fuel, refining, chemical manufacturing, process industries, energy, industrial manufacturing or related technical environments will be highly advantageous.Experience within a large-scale, technically complex or process-driven operation would be particularly beneficial.

Permanent South Africa - KwaZulu Natal, eThekwini North (Umhlanga / Tongaat) Engineering / Technical / Production / Manufacturing / Motor
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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL:

  • BSc Degree in Chemical Engineering.

Graduate Route:

  • 2–3 years’ relevant working experience.
  • Experience in petroleum, petrochemical, oil & gas, refining, chemical manufacturing, energy, process or similar industrial environments is highly advantageous.

OR
Intern Route:

  • Currently studying towards an Honours in Chemical Engineering, OR
  • Completed a BSc Chemical Engineering and seeking practical industry exposure.
  • Vacation work, industrial training or relevant project experience advantageous.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support technical, engineering and business-related projects.
  • Apply Chemical Engineering principles to practical challenges.
  • Assist with data analysis, investigations and problem-solving.
  • Support process and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity and performance.
  • Work with experienced engineers and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Gain exposure to Operations, Manufacturing, Technical, Quality, SHEQ, Projects, Supply Chain and Commercial functions.
  • Prepare reports, technical documentation and presentations.
  • Develop practical engineering and business skills through on-the-job exposure.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

  • Analytical with strong problem-solving ability.
  • Technically minded with good numerical ability.
  • Proficient in MS Excel and computer literate.
  • Adaptable and comfortable working across different functions.
  • Eager to learn, contribute and develop professionally.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Candidates residing in Umhlanga, Durban North, La Lucia and surrounding areas will be advantageous.
If you are a Chemical Engineer looking for an opportunity to learn, contribute and build your career, we would like to hear from you.

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