Operator Support

PPC is hiring for the Operator Support role in Pretoria, Gauteng. The role closes on 1 May 2026. Applicants should review the requirements and apply through the official vacancy page.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric
• Forklift, Front end loader license
• Cement industry - 1 year experience
• Manufacturing knowledge
• Escalate quality issues or potential issues that my effect product quality.
• Governance - Comply with departmental Joint Audit Protocols. Comply with PPC Operating Best Practices
• Assist with sampling at the VRM, bulk and warehouse.
• Packing, assist with all SABS/PS daily checks when plant produces and follow correct sampling practices
• Comply with safety, health and environmental procedures and standards. Assist with investigations of incident & accidents and implement required corrective action. Escalate non-conformances to supervisor
• Participate in all PPC safety initiatives
• Requirements Qualifications :
• Experience :
• Duties and Responsibilities Production control: Assist Operator with completion of shift log, accurately and comprehensively completed, including: Target / Actual / Variance (including down time and outstanding work orders) as well as proper action planning during the shift to achieve production targets. Operate Packer, Palletiser, Bulk loading and assist in operation of the mill (VRM), adjust conveyor routes during milling. Conduct housekeeping as required and during periods of low demand (mill, packing, and dispatching).
• Production review: Assist with the gathering of relevant production data, and preparation for start of shift production INVOCOM. Participate in Short Interval Control with operator & supervisor. Be able to facilitate INVOCOMS.
• Process Optimisation: Perform trouble shooting in the entire plant. Conduct preliminary diagnostic during process upsets. Liaise with Operator on resolution of mechanical, electrical and operational issues. Action instructions during efficiency and productivity improvement initiatives.
• Plant and equipment: Conduct pre-start checks on plant and equipment before use. Conduct ongoing and systematic 1st line equipment surveillance and condition monitoring. Conduct temp scanning as and when directed. Clear chokes and other plant interruptions.
• Material Handling and processing: Operate Mobile Equipment as required (FEL; Bobcat; Fork-lift, Sweeper). Operate all plant equipment from field switches. Direct operations during bulk offloading (Fly ash, raw materials). Action instructions given by Supervisor and Operator.
• Quality management:
• Risk Management:

Responsibilities

• Escalate quality issues or potential issues that my effect product quality.
• Governance - Comply with departmental Joint Audit Protocols. Comply with PPC Operating Best Practices
• Assist with sampling at the VRM, bulk and warehouse.
• Packing, assist with all SABS/PS daily checks when plant produces and follow correct sampling practices
• Comply with safety, health and environmental procedures and standards. Assist with investigations of incident & accidents and implement required corrective action. Escalate non-conformances to supervisor
• Participate in all PPC safety initiatives
• Production control: Assist Operator with completion of shift log, accurately and comprehensively completed, including: Target / Actual / Variance (including down time and outstanding work orders) as well as proper action planning during the shift to achieve production targets. Operate Packer, Palletiser, Bulk loading and assist in operation of the mill (VRM), adjust conveyor routes during milling. Conduct housekeeping as required and during periods of low demand (mill, packing, and dispatching).
• Production review: Assist with the gathering of relevant production data, and preparation for start of shift production INVOCOM. Participate in Short Interval Control with operator & supervisor. Be able to facilitate INVOCOMS.
• Process Optimisation: Perform trouble shooting in the entire plant. Conduct preliminary diagnostic during process upsets. Liaise with Operator on resolution of mechanical, electrical and operational issues. Action instructions during efficiency and productivity improvement initiatives.
• Plant and equipment: Conduct pre-start checks on plant and equipment before use. Conduct ongoing and systematic 1st line equipment surveillance and condition monitoring. Conduct temp scanning as and when directed. Clear chokes and other plant interruptions.
• Material Handling and processing: Operate Mobile Equipment as required (FEL; Bobcat; Fork-lift, Sweeper). Operate all plant equipment from field switches. Direct operations during bulk offloading (Fly ash, raw materials). Action instructions given by Supervisor and Operator.
• Quality management:
• Risk Management: