Chemical Plant Operator
OFO No: 313301
Other names for Chemical Plant Operator:
- Acetylene Gas Plant Controller
- Chemical Process Technician
- Chemicals Distiller
- Chemicals Fermentation Controller
- Chemical-still and Reactor Operator
- Pharmaceutical Plant Controller
- Pharmaceutical Production Controller
- Pharmacy Products Machine Controller
- Pilot Plant Controller
- Synthetic Fibre Control Room Operator
What is a Chemical Plant Operator?
A Chemical Plant Operator works in a chemical plant. Their job is to monitor and control equipment and co-ordinate maintenance when required. They are also in charge of start up and shut down.
Examples of chemical plants:
- Hydrocarbon processing (oil companies)
- Pharmaceuticals (medicines)
- Chemical production (pesticides, paints, explosives etc)
What does a Chemical Plant Operator do?
- controls start up to shut down of chemical production
- analyses samples
- adjusts equipment
- operates electronic or computerised control panels
- mixes chemicals
- monitors chemical production
- maintains safety standards
Are you . . . ?
- interested in chemicals and working in a chemical plant?
- safety conscious?
- reliable?
- responsible?
- a team player?
- observant?
How do I become a Chemical Plant Operator?
STEP 1
- Adult Basic Education & Training (ABET) – Level 3
STEP 2
- Learnership – Chemical Operations NQF Level 1, 2, 3 and 4
STEP 3
- Workplace experience
TRAINING:
- CLICK HERE to check for a training institution near you to see what they offer.
- Make sure you understand their entry requirements for each course.
- To avoid scams, make sure your institution is registered with the Department of Higher Education. CLICK HERE to check accredited Private Higher Education Institutions.
OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER: Chemical Engineer or Millwright
Is becoming a Chemical Plant Operator the right choice for me?