Process Controller

Listing reference: kalam_000111
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 19 September 2025
Position summary
Industry: Mining & Quarrying
Job category: Mining
Location: Hotazel
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
About our company
Kalagadi
Introduction
The Process Controller is responsible for monitoring, operating, and controlling plant equipment and processes to ensure safe, efficient, and continuous production. This role plays a key part in maintaining plant performance, ensuring product quality, and adhering to safety and environmental standards.
Job description

  • Operate, monitor, and control plant systems and equipment (crushers, mills, screens, conveyors, flotation circuits, etc.).

  • Conduct regular plant inspections and report any deviations, faults, or abnormalities.

  • Optimize process parameters to achieve production and quality targets.

  • Maintain accurate log sheets, shift reports, and production data.

  • Liaise with maintenance teams to coordinate planned and unplanned stoppages.

  • Ensure adherence to SHEQ standards and safe operating procedures.

  • Assist in troubleshooting plant performance issues and propose improvements.

  • Supervise and provide guidance to Plant Attendants/Operators when required.

Minimum requirements

  • Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 (Mathematics and Science essential).

  • NQF Level 2/3 Mineral Processing Certificate (advantageous).

  • 2–3 years’ experience as a Process Operator/Controller in a mining or processing environment.

  • Sound knowledge of plant processes, control systems, and equipment.

  • Computer literacy (SCADA/DCS experience advantageous).

  • Ability to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.

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