Position Title: PLC/DLC Boiler Operator
Number of Positions: 10
Reports to: Supervisor
Department: Engineering
Eligibility: Kenyan Nations only
JOB OBJECTIVE:
To safely and efficiently operate and maintain PLC/DLC-controlled boilers of approximately 20 TPH capacity connected to a turbine ensuring optimal boiler performance reliability safety and continuous steam supply to support uninterrupted plant operations.
DETAILED DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Operate Low / high pressure boilers including starting and shutting down.
2. Monitor boiler operations and react to varying load requirements.
3. Perform constant visual checks read gauges and manipulate controls.
4. Assure that various meter readings of pressure and temperature are recorded.
5. Inspect boiler pipes valves pumps and safety devices for leaks and malfunctions.
6. Periodically inspect and adjust control mechanisms.
7. Blow down boiler when conductive solids and impurities exceed specified limits; test high and low pressure safety controls.
8. May supervise daily maintenance on boilers including oil and greasing of stokers fans motors hydraulic / Pneumatic Various type of Valves operation Pressure Switch Safety
Valves etc. If any and other operating mechanisms.
9. Observe fire and safety precautions.
10. May be responsible for chemical makeup of water testing of water qualities and checking viscosity of oil including:
Adding chemicals to condition boiler water.
Maintaining a chemical balance in boiler water according to prescribed procedures.
Performing conductivity alkalinity phosphate silica sulphate and other hardness tests.
Adding chemicals to boilers needed to maintain a good chemical balance.
11. May order gas and oil deliveries.
12. Prepare and maintain records on treatment oil gas chemicals consumption TDS PPM PH and steam and hot water production with respect quality of fuel water etc.
13. Cooperate and work with State and other inspectors as required.
14. May perform general maintenance duties requiring skills in plumbing painting or mechanical trades.
15. May investigate and take corrective action for emergency repairs with respect to safety.
ACCOUNTIBILITIES:
Operate respective production related plants/machines/equipment of respective department.
Perform routine maintenance of related plants/machines/equipment of respective department to maintain from safety with smooth operation.
Conduct inspections of related plants/machines/equipment of respective department
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering- Plant or Production Options
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum 4 years experience in the operation and maintenance of PLC/DLC-controlled boilers
Experience operating boilers of approximately 20 TPH capacity
Must have experience operating boilers connected to a turbine.
Required Skills:
QUALIFICATIONS: Diploma in Mechanical Engineering- Plant or Production Options EXPERIENCE: Minimum 4 years experience in the operation and maintenance of PLC/DLC-controlled boilers Experience operating boilers of approximately 20 TPH capacity Must have experience operating boilers connected to a turbine.
Required Education:
Diploma or Degree in Sales Marketing Business Administration or a related field. Minimum 3 years experience in FMCG sales. MANDATORY: Recent experience selling diapers within the last two (2) years. Strong experience managing distributor wholesale and retail channels. Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets. Strong understanding of the diaper/baby-care category including products customers competitors pricing and market dynamics. Established network