Process Controller or Central Control Room Operators (CCR)

Overall Job Purpose

• Monitor various sections of the production line from the Central Control Room (CCR) to ensure precision and adherence to standards in the concentrate production process.
• Provide relevant information and direction to Plant Attendants and Operators in the production line based on monitored operations in liaison with the Shift Coordinators.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing company’s approved production plan.
• Monitor and control all sections of the plant process lines to ensure stable equipment operation, employee safety and compliance with prescribed standards and environmental regulations.
• Log in process data at specified intervals; document and report operational activities accordingly.
• Ensure smooth operation of the parameters by providing constant feedback and relevant guidance to Shift Coordinators, Engineers, Plant Attendants and Operators in the execution of field work.
• Operators and Attendants of failures, potential failures or trouble spots and provide direction for problem solving.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot potential operating problems, either in consultation with Shift Coordinators, Engineers and the Section Head or independently when immediate action is necessary to ensure production resumes.
• Continuously review the plant automation system and make recommendations for improvement based on leading practices.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Shift Coordinator.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in any science/engineering discipline.
• Minimum of two (3) years relevant work experience in the same field
• Member of Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ)

Skills/Abilities:

• Working knowledge of copper concentrate production process
• Good knowledge of relevant parameters and standards applicable to copper concentrate production.
• Good problem solving and analytical skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to pay attention to details
• Good interpersonal and relationship management skills