Boiler Operator

Qualifications :

Grade 12 or Generic Academic Development Certificate / Equivalent Certificate

Position Responsibilities

Maintain proper water temperature, steam pressure control and high pressure steam

Adhere to standard operating instructions, policies, work methods, procedural and safety regulations

Maintain equipment up to date and control operating parameters

Process dry, medium or high temperature water as necessary to meet demands

Periodically perform visual inspections of equipment to ensure proper operation and maintain optimum system performance

Determine the level of steam meters and water meters in the boiler and boiler system using water pumps, valves, starting and stopping pressure reducing valves

Perform other duties of the same, lower or higher level as assigned

Maintain all boilers, i.e., stackers, conveyors, valves

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Monitoring and maintaining Boilers

Recording daily readings

Adjusting equipment

Maintaining cleanliness

Testing water quality

Position Specifications

Proven experience as a Boiler Operator

Ability to follow established procedures and practices and read instructions, blueprints etc.

Reasoning and problem-solving skills

A strong commitment to all health and safety guidelines

Very good communication skills

Attention to details

Time management

Proactiveness

Ability to work under pressure