9 Water Treatment jobs in South Africa

• Conduct daily site visits to perform water sampling and analysis on boiler, cooling, and process systems.
• Perform chemical dosing checks and adjustments based on analytical results.
• Complete daily and weekly service reports for each site supported.
• Conduct jar testing and bench trials to optimize chemical programs (coagulants, flocculants, corrosion inhibitors, etc.).
• Calibrate, maintain, and manage portable lab and testing equipment.
• Monitor and record system parameters including pH, conductivity, hardness, alkalinity, TDS, and microbial activity.
• Support trials and audits initiated by the AECI Water team and assist with implementation of corrective actions.
• Liaise directly with mill engineering and process teams to report findings and recommendations.
• Uphold safety, housekeeping, and environmental compliance in all on-site activities

• BTech or National Diploma in Chemical Engineering or Analytical Chemistry
• Minimum 3–5 years' hands-on experience in water treatment, including boilers, cooling towers, and chillers.
• Previous exposure to sugar industry water systems (advantageous).
• Experience conducting lab and field testing, chemical dosing, and quality control checks.
• Valid Driver's License (Code 10 / C1) and willingness to travel between Customer sites
• Computer literate in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Check and confirm that the operator task list has been completed

Submit the weekly pasteurizer report to the Account Manager before the weekend

Submit the weekly utility report to the Account Manager before the weekend. Submit the daily chlorine dioxide residuals to the brewing Technician before 3 pm to include in the daily report.

Confirm that all actions for the operators are completed

Check and record all stock levels

Complete a daily usage report and compile an Action Log for each report.

Check and confirm that the operator task list has been completed

Submit the weekly pasteurizer report to the Account Manager before the weekend.

Submit the weekly utility report to the Account Manager before the weekend.

Submit the daily chlorine dioxide residuals to the brewing Technician before 3 pm to include in the

daily report.

Confirm that all actions for the operators are completed.

Check and record all stock levels

Complete a daily usage report

Compile the Action Log for each report

Submit the daily pasteurizer report to the Account Manager/Technician before the end of the shift.

Complete a daily service report for Boilers, Cooling Systems, Pasteurizers, and Chlorine dioxide

Attend meetings & Escalate issues to the right people.

Check and record stock levels at Bulk Concentrate CIP Stations

Check all equipment (ensure spares are kept on site)

Attend morning meetings

Conduct CIP validations

Capture data/ concerns from operators

Oversee the receiving of stock

Clean Sampling Lines

Ensure that the operator task list has been completed.

Confirm that all daily actions for the operators are completed, and all actions set out by AM to the

technician have been completed.

Check for slime and beer foam in the pasteurizer.

Ensure that there is enough bromine in the brominator.

Check and record stock levels at Chemical Stations

INTRODUCTION

DRA Water is looking for qualified local individuals for their project based on the Klipspruit Water Treatment Plant in Ogies, Mpumalanga. These positions are based on a Project Based Fixed Term Contract.

PURPOSE

To manage and supervise the day-to-day plant operations of the Water Treatment plant to ensure the plant meets the design capacity and produces the desired water quality in a safe way. To manage the chemical consumptions through continuous monitoring and optimization based on laboratory analytical results obtained.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Risk Management

• Monitors safety, equipment, production and quality risks at all times and report any significant change in risk.
• Be pro-active in hazard identification and correction.

Plant Production

• Maintains plant at its design capacity and quality specifications.
• Ensures the long-term health and sustainability of plant and equipment.

Record Keeping

Records daily production statistics with associated downtime explanations and risk identification

Daily Plant Operations

• To oversee, manage and direct the activities of the plant operating team including the process controllers, junior process controllers, process control assistants, cleaners and laboratory staff daily production statistics with associated downtime explanations and risk identification

Plant Maintenance

• Directs the maintenance team to conduct routine and preventative maintenance and attend to equipment breakdowns.
• Reviews the daily record of all maintenance related incidents from the relevant Artisans.
• Reviews and present to the Plant Manager, the monthly report summarising maintenance events for the month.
• Reviews and present the routine maintenance plan for the month ahead.

Sampling

• Ensures the necessary samples are taken at prescribed intervals.
• Ensures that sample are taken according to the prescribed procedures

Analysis

• Ensures all relevant analyses are conducted in line with the quality standards.
• Reviews the daily analyses and take corrective actions

Chemical Dosing and Make-up

• To manage the chemical consumptions through continuous monitoring and optimisation based on laboratory analytical results obtained.
• Ensures chemicals are correctly and timeously mixed and ready for dosing.
• Checks stock level of all dosing chemicals and ensure orders are placed timeously that site does not run out of stock.

Leadership

• Manages staff leave and attendance.
• Ensures there is suitable staffing for shifts.
• Manages staff fatigue and overtime.
• Ensures company disciplinary codes are being enforced and conduct related disciplinary activities.
• Conducts regular toolbox and risk management talks.
• Daily reporting to Plant Manager on any staff or equipment risk.
• Drives all direct reports training needs

Reporting

• Daily reporting to Management on production, downtime, maintenance activities, feed and product quality and chemical inventory.
• Reviews daily log sheets on the plant performance.
• Monthly reporting to Management on production, downtime, maintenance, water quality and chemical inventory, spares inventory and HR matters

Safety, Health, and Environment

• Ensures all client and company policies and procedures are always adhered to.
• Ensures all work performed is covered by suitable risk assessments.

Training and Mentoring

• Develops and reviews site standard operating procedures.
• Trains all staff on plant related procedures, instructions, and alarm response plans.
• Conducts regular Planned Task Observations on staff.

Performance Management

• Ensures company disciplinary codes are being enforced and conduct related disciplinary activities

Housekeeping

• Ensures that good housekeeping practices on the plant are always maintained at a high level

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 12 with Maths and Science
• NQF 4 or Diploma in Water Treatment/Chemical Engineering
• Degree in Water Treatment /Chemical Engineering
• Valid driver's license

EXPERIENCE

• Analyze plant performance data and water quality data to assess how to modify plant operations when required.
• Understanding of the fundamentals of water treatment processes, concepts and unit operations.
• Understanding mechanical equipment related to mine water treatment systems.
• Performing operations on a water treatment plant safely and efficiently.
• Control the plant operation via the SCADA system, assessing alarms and trends to make interventions.
• Collate and report on all plant performance data, including physical data such as production, flowrates, recoveries, chemical tank levels, chemical consumption, water quality data results, plant maintenance, HR matters etc.
• Ability to identify problems, problem solve and take corrective action to correct the deviations from the desired plant performance.
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Business acumen
• Leadership skills

INTRODUCTION

DRA Water is looking for qualified local individuals for their project based on the Tweefontein Water Treatment Plant in Witbank, Mpumalanga. These positions are based on a Project Based Fixed Term Contract.

PURPOSE

To manage and supervise the day-to-day plant operations of the Water Treatment plant to ensure the plant meets the design capacity and produces the desired water quality in a safe way. To manage the chemical consumptions through continuous monitoring and optimization based on laboratory analytical results obtained.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Risk Management

• Monitors safety, equipment, production and quality risks at all times and report any significant change in risk.
• Be pro-active in hazard identification and correction.

Plant Production

• Maintains plant at its design capacity and quality specifications.
• Ensures the long-term health and sustainability of plant and equipment.

Record Keeping

Records daily production statistics with associated downtime explanations and risk identification

Daily Plant Operations

• To oversee, manage and direct the activities of the plant operating team including the process controllers, junior process controllers, process control assistants, cleaners and laboratory staff daily production statistics with associated downtime explanations and risk identification

Plant Maintenance

• Directs the maintenance team to conduct routine and preventative maintenance and attend to equipment breakdowns.
• Reviews the daily record of all maintenance related incidents from the relevant Artisans.
• Reviews and present to the Plant Manager, the monthly report summarising maintenance events for the month.
• Reviews and present the routine maintenance plan for the month ahead.

Sampling

• Ensures the necessary samples are taken at prescribed intervals.
• Ensures that sample are taken according to the prescribed procedures

Analysis

• Ensures all relevant analyses are conducted in line with the quality standards.
• Reviews the daily analyses and take corrective actions

Chemical Dosing and Make-up

• To manage the chemical consumptions through continuous monitoring and optimisation based on laboratory analytical results obtained.
• Ensures chemicals are correctly and timeously mixed and ready for dosing.
• Checks stock level of all dosing chemicals and ensure orders are placed timeously that site does not run out of stock.

Leadership

• Manages staff leave and attendance.
• Ensures there is suitable staffing for shifts.
• Manages staff fatigue and overtime.
• Ensures company disciplinary codes are being enforced and conduct related disciplinary activities.
• Conducts regular toolbox and risk management talks.
• Daily reporting to Plant Manager on any staff or equipment risk.
• Drives all direct reports training needs

Reporting

• Daily reporting to Management on production, downtime, maintenance activities, feed and product quality and chemical inventory.
• Reviews daily log sheets on the plant performance.
• Monthly reporting to Management on production, downtime, maintenance, water quality and chemical inventory, spares inventory and HR matters

Safety, Health, and Environment

• Ensures all client and company policies and procedures are always adhered to.
• Ensures all work performed is covered by suitable risk assessments.

Training and Mentoring

• Develops and reviews site standard operating procedures.
• Trains all staff on plant related procedures, instructions, and alarm response plans.
• Conducts regular Planned Task Observations on staff.

Performance Management

• Ensures company disciplinary codes are being enforced and conduct related disciplinary activities

Housekeeping

• Ensures that good housekeeping practices on the plant are always maintained at a high level

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 12 with Maths and Science
• NQF 4 or Diploma in Water Treatment/Chemical Engineering
• Degree in Water Treatment /Chemical Engineering
• Valid driver's license

EXPERIENCE

• Analyze plant performance data and water quality data to assess how to modify plant operations when required.
• Understanding of the fundamentals of water treatment processes, concepts and unit operations.
• Understanding mechanical equipment related to mine water treatment systems.
• Performing operations on a water treatment plant safely and efficiently.
• Control the plant operation via the SCADA system, assessing alarms and trends to make interventions.
• Collate and report on all plant performance data, including physical data such as production, flowrates, recoveries, chemical tank levels, chemical consumption, water quality data results, plant maintenance, HR matters etc.
• Ability to identify problems, problem solve and take corrective action to correct the deviations from the desired plant performance.
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Business acumen
• Leadership skills

Who are we?

SOLEVO is a leading distributor of chemicals and inputs for specific industrial and agricultural segments in Africa. SOLEVO assists African farmers and Industries succeed by providing them with a full range of fertilizers, seeds, crop protection products and industrial chemicals they need with a guaranteed quality and good value. With over 75 years at the frontier of economic growth and transformation across Africa, we deliver critical raw materials and expertise to the continent's high GDP-contributing life sciences and industrials sectors. Rolfes Water is part of Solevo Group.

What are we looking for?

This role combines commercial and technical expertise, ensuring customers receive the right water treatment products, optimized performance, and measurable value. To actively manage existing accounts, develop new business opportunities, and perform technical fieldwork including jar/floc tests, site audits, and troubleshooting.

What do we expect from the candidate?

Responsible for driving sales and providing technical support for water treatment solutions in the domestic and Africa mining sector and interfacing with Solevo colleagues in Africa to achieve sales growth

The key responsibilities:

Sales & Business Development

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders at mining operations (plant managers, metallurgists, process engineers, and procurement teams).
• Develop and maintain strong business relationships with Solevo Colleagues in Africa.
• Promote and sell water treatment chemicals for mining applications, including flocculants, coagulants, scale and corrosion inhibitors, dust suppression products, and other process-related chemistries.
• Identify new business opportunities and support growth through technical demonstrations, trials, and proposals.
• Prepare and deliver presentations, reports, and quotations that demonstrate technical and commercial value.
• Achieve assigned sales targets and contribute to regional business growth.

Technical Support & Service

• Conduct on-site floc/jar tests and laboratory evaluations to determine optimal product selection and dosage.
• Perform regular site service visits to monitor system performance, adjust treatment programs, and troubleshoot operational issues and/or develop this capability in local staff members.
• Assist in commissioning new treatment programs and provide training to customer staff on product handling and application.
• Collect and analyze water and process samples, interpret test results, and recommend improvements.
• Prepare detailed technical reports documenting trials, monitoring data, and performance outcomes.

If you possess…

Must-Have:

• Degree/Diploma in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgy, Water/Environmental Science, or related field. Alternatively, at least 20 years specific water treatment experience in the Mining Sector.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in water treatment, mining, or related process industries.
• Strong technical knowledge of water treatment chemistries, flocculants, and separation technologies used in mining.
• Proven sales experience in technical products (preferably chemicals or process solutions).
• Practical experience conducting floc/jar tests, chemical dosing, and plant trials.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence technical and commercial decision-makers.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to remote mining sites.
• Medically Fit for access onto Mining sites and Underground where applicable.

Key Competencies:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to build trust and long-term partnerships.
• Results-driven, with a balance of sales acumen and technical expertise.
• Ability to work independently as well as in cross-functional teams.
• Commitment to safety and compliance in all site activities.

If you are…

• Able to tackle complex problems effectively and adapt to fast-paced development environments.
• A strong leader and have the ability to mentor junior consultants.
• Proven track record of working effectively in remote team settings, demonstrating flexibility, and contributing positively to a collaborative work environment.
• Analytical and a Problem-Solving person: Exceptional ability to analyse complex requirements, identify potential bottlenecks, and devise effective solutions. Strong debugging skills to efficiently resolve issues in the development process.

Why join Solevo?

• • Join a young dynamic team who is leading the chemical distribution on the African continent.
• Enjoy a collaborative, international and agile work environment.
• Be part of a team where freedom, initiative and 'thinking out of the box' is key.
• Opportunity to work in a growing versatile environment.
• Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits package.
• Explore opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Then, this job is for you

How to join us?

If you're excited about this position, we encourage you to submit your resume detailing your relevant experience and be part of our exciting journey.

What's next ?

If your profile matches our search, you will be contacted by our HR team for a first contact.

Please be informed that we will keep your profile to contact you for future professional opportunities.

• Must have a tertiary qualification in a technical or water-related field, or relevant trade certification
• Minimum two years work experience, ideally in the water treatment or related industries will be required
• Knowledge of and experience in water treatment technologies, systems and principles would be a distinct advantage
• Good communication skills, with the ability to interface with internal and external stakeholders of all levels, are important
• Must have a valid drivers license and be willing and able to travel extensively within South Africa and occasionally into Africa
• Must be willing and able to work outside normal hours during breakdowns or service requirements
• The ability to manage own workload and plan all activities is essential for this role

• Providing field service and technical support to existing customers in the field of water treatment.
• Installing, repairing, upgrading, moving, and maintaining all onsite solutions designed and supplied to customers.
• Carrying out high quality site installations, site inspections, repairs, preventive maintenances or troubleshooting at customer site without supervision and within project timescales.
• Assisting dealer technicians in installing, commissioning, and troubleshooting faults.
• Carrying out, without supervision, corrective maintenance, within acceptable timescales, escalating any solution problems if required and maintaining ownership of the problems until the customer is satisfied.
• Attending to service calls and providing telephone support.
• Overseeing emergency corrective maintenance.
• Generating parts and service RFQs from end users or through dealerships.
• Leading company installation personnel on site when required.
• Providing feedback and reporting on any ongoing problems, including reliability or under performance to management.
• Completing and submitting the relevant reports and documentation for installations.
• Engaging with the end users and represent the company in a professional and positive manner.
• Providing input on product development needs and opportunities to the Sales Manager, Executive Director and OEM.
• Assisting the sales team in promoting and sale of upgrades and parallel projects on site.
• Identifying and implementing improvements that enhance customers interactions.
• Traveling in and around Sub Saharan Africa, including surrounding countries and international travel.

About the Role

• We are seeking a professionally qualified and experienced Project Manager to lead a complex, multidisciplinary project in the water treatment sector.
• This role is office-based in Gauteng, with the project site in Mokopane.
• This project will be guided by NEC form of contract.
• The position is initially a 12-month fixed-term appointment.

About the Company

Our organisation is technology-driven and passionate about clean water, resource recovery, and the circular economy.

We deliver turnkey Supply, Construct & Operate solutions for water, wastewater, and biogas treatment industries, guided by GCC, NEC and FIDIC contract frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

The Project Manager will be accountable for leading the project from appointment to close-out, ensuring safe, on-time, and within-budget delivery that meets all quality and contractual requirements.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Full life-cycle project management: design, procurement, manufacturing, construction, commissioning, and operations handover.
• Developing project charters, scopes, budgets, schedules, and execution plans.
• Leading and coordinating project teams, including Project Engineers, Site Managers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Contractual and commercial management within the NEC form of contract, including claims, variations, notifications, and reporting.
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Managing stakeholder communication, employer/client relationships, and progress meetings.
• Driving proactive planning, risk management, procurement scheduling, and cash flow control.
• Leading commissioning, close-out documentation, final invoicing, and dispute resolution.

Required Skills & Attributes

• Proven strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
• Disciplined, proactive planner able to break down complex projects into manageable tasks.
• Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Excellent organisational, written, and verbal communication abilities with attention to accuracy.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and deliver under pressure.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Professional registration (ECSA) and/or PMP certification preferred.
• Minimum 10 years' experience as a Project Manager on large-scale EPC projects in water treatment plants.
• Proven track record delivering projects under NEC contract terms.
• Knowledge of PMBOK methodologies and practical implementation of project management principles.
• Proficiency in MS Office, MS Projects, and project control software.
• Thorough knowledge of Southern African regulatory, safety, and quality standards.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a disciplined, solution-focused professional with integrity and a collaborative leadership style. They thrive on solving complex challenges, building strong client and team relationships, and consistently delivering results.

Ecowize is looking for a Technical Service Technician to ensure that satellites are fully operational through performing preventative maintenance as per service schedule.

Continuously identify opportunities for improvement to optimize resources (manpower, energy and water), that includes utilization of industrial washing systems and time-study activities.

High-level Job Objectives:

• Internal Customer Focus on regular, meaningful interactions to drive an inclusive partnership which will ensure optimal working order of satellites. Ensure Maintenance Report is submitted accurately and timeously.


• Financial Focus by ensuring expenses fall within budget, reported accurately and timeously. Ensure all replacement parts are invoiced correctly to sites.


• People Focus on empowering, developing, and motivating teams and individuals to perform at their best through training initiatives to enhance service delivery.


• Compliance Focus to ensure that all regulatory measures are consistently applied, in terms of Health and Safety, Food safety, Audit Standards and Compliance regulations.


• Company Values and Teamwork in accordance with the company’s values and required behaviours.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that customer needs are meet by providing technical expertise to site manager, cleaning team, technical sales consultant, and customer.


• Manage, resolve complaints, and advise internal/external stakeholders on corrective action.


• Managing of the budget and ensuring that maintenance and cost are kept as low as possible, this includes asset management and driving of efficiencies and innovation.


• To ensure that application of audit procedures conform to the clients quality standards


• To determine the precision and accuracy in chemical verification


• Managing of Health and Safety, this includes ensuring that service is carried out in full compliance with the health and safety together with the environmental requirements.


• Compliance to the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).  Ensure the safeguarding all personal information and password access to information on site in line with company POPI Compliance Policy.


• Provide effective solutions to address site pain points from a maintenance perspective.


• To provide routine maintenance for chemical dosing pumps and to keep the system functioning.


• Provide onsite assistance and training to the chemical division.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12.


• Technical Qualification / Certificate will be an advantage.


• Chemical Engineering background will be advantageous.


•  Technical training IWS


• Management and delegation of tasks


• Operations and Service


• Project Management


• Total Quality Management System

The successful incumbent must have the following skillsets:

• Customer centric to drive operational excellence.


• Ability to work in a dynamic work environment and meet deadlines.


• High work standards, energetic and driven.


• Good communication skills.


• Stock management


• Numeracy skills


• Management of Staff


• Attention to detail.

When applying for this position, please ensure that you have the minimum job requirements. 

The Company is committed to complying with legislation and to meet its strategic goals regarding to employment equity.

Your privacy is important to us. By submitting your personal information, you agree that this information will be handled in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (4 of 2013). The closing date for internal applications is 10 February 2025 .  Remember to inform your direct line manager should you be interested in this opportunity and apply directly on our job portal.

NOTE: If you have not received a response from us within 14-days of the closing date, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.