Utilities Operator: Boiler

Job Description Functional Capabilities:

• Operation and monitoring of steam boilers and associated systems
• Execution of boiler house safety checks and standard operating procedures
• Basic maintenance and fault identification
• Accurate logging and reporting of boiler performance and anomalies
• Compliance with statutory regulations e.g. Pressure Equipment Regulations
• Steam system start-up, shutdown, and operational adjustments
• Water chemistry and treatment understanding
• Emergency response protocols for boiler operations

Key Duties & Responsibilities Key Outcomes:

Boiler Operation and Monitoring

• Operate and monitor steam boilers, ensuring optimal pressure and temperature levels are maintained.
• Carry out pre-start, start-up, normal operation, and shutdown procedures safely and correctly.
• Adjust controls to regulate fuel, air, and water feed to maintain efficient combustion and steam output.

Boiler House Inspections and Checks

• Perform routine boiler inspections and housekeeping in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Monitor and maintain boiler instrumentation, control panels, and safety devices.
• Log and report operational parameters e.g. steam pressure, water level, fuel consumption hourly or as required.

Compliance and Safety

• Ensure full compliance with the OHS Act, Pressure Equipment Regulations PER, and internal safety protocols.
• Carry out safety tests and support statutory inspections by certified inspectors.
• Maintain boiler certificates and documentation in line with regulatory and audit requirements

Basic Maintenance and Reporting

• Conduct first-line maintenance and report faults or abnormalities to the Team Leader: Utilities.
• Assist artisans during shutdowns and planned maintenance tasks.
• Ensure tools, spare parts, and boiler house are maintained in a clean, safe condition.

Operational Efficiency and Support

• Monitor fuel and water usage and report anomalies or excessive consumption.
• Maintain water treatment parameters by coordinating with service providers or technical support.
• Support utility team in other areas e.g. compressors, refrigeration as needed under supervision.

KBI

• Boiler uptime and availability %
• Steam supply reliability uninterrupted to production
• Boiler efficiency fuel and water consumption vs. targets
• Number of boiler-related unplanned stoppages
• Compliance with statutory inspections and safety audits
• Safety incident frequency zero harm objective
• Logbook and documentation accuracy and completeness

Skills, Experience & Education Education

• Minimum: Grade 12 with Maths and Science
• Required Certification: Valid Boiler Operator Certificate Minimum Second Class issued by an accredited institution
• Relevant trade certificate advantageous, e.g., Fitter, Millwright

Experience

• 2–3 years' experience operating industrial steam boilers in a manufacturing environment
• Exposure to boiler water treatment practices
• Familiarity with high-pressure steam systems and operational safety procedures
• Experience in FMCG, beverage, or food production industry preferred

Skills

• Operation of coal, oil, or gas-fired boilers and associated equipment
• Interpretation of boiler performance parameters and control readings
• Basic knowledge of boiler water chemistry and treatment
• Understanding of mechanical systems including pumps, valves, and gauges
• Use of logbooks and compliance documentation
• Basic troubleshooting and maintenance
• Knowledge of applicable legislation: OHS Act, Pressure Equipment Regulations
• Computer literacy basic MS Excel for logging/reporting advantageous

Deadline:13th August,2026