Boiler Operator

The overall purpose of a boiler operator position is to ensure the safe and efficient operation of boilers that are used to generate steam for the production processes. Boiler operators are responsible for maintaining and inspecting boilers, as well as monitoring boiler operations to ensure they meet safety and environmental standards.: Main duties and responsibilities OPERATIONS: Be able to start up boiler fire properly. Monitor water holding water holding JoJo tanks hourly and keep them full of water all the time. Monitor low level water alarm on your hot well tank. Complete daily boiler maintenance checklist and ensure supervisor signed it after completion. Adjust coal bed as and when required. Close valves and stop supply of steam to production when boiler is not running for minimum 30min due to power outage or breakdown and maintain steam. Change the use of coal screw conveyor weekly with the standby screw conveyor. Keep coal water bath clean and at right level all the time. Change the use of boiler water pump weekly with the standby pump. Ensure safety by monitoring safety equipment, identifying potential issues and taking appropriate steps to suspend the operation with consultation with your shift supervisor / maintenance team. Maintain steam pressure for production operation as per steam demand for processing. Continuously communicate with the production operator on steam demand hourly Monitor and control boiler performance and settings, by reading gauges, meters, and charts to track boiler operations. Monitor boiler water and chemicals and coal levels hourly. Maintain the housekeeping of boiler room / area all the time. Monitor your stocker movement every hour to ensure its still aligned on its path. Receiving the delivery of coal and inspect if it complies with grade A peas size without too much duff/loose powder do this before tipping of coal. Inform your shift supervisor if coal delivered out of spec. Keep your coal bund pit full all the time. Report low coal level to your shift supervisor for ordering. Ensure you have enough coal daily to last at least 2 days. Grease boiler components that require greasing, if not sure ask maintenance team to show you the greasing points Update log sheet / book hourly. Do soot blowing. Blow down the boilers as instructed by the guideline to remove impurities. Monitor water level and temperature in the hot well tank hourly. Continuously check blowdown value to avoid blockages. Ensure water treatment and sampling to prevent water damages. Trimming of coal and ash removal from grit arrestor Remove ash trolley as and when required. Cleaning the brine tank and water fitter Cleaning grit collector Ensure plant equipment hygiene is of top quality. Ensure you apply AEL license requirements under boiler section. Ensure you give a written handover to the next shift. Ensure you follow the boiler operating procedure by conducting blowdowns, doing TDS etc and record during your shift. Ensure boiler softener system is working correctly. Keep all boilers clean and shiny. Clean your boiler tubes after every 3 months. Ensure Mobrey – automatic water controller is working properly, if not, report to your shift supervisor and maintenance Be able to bank the fire. Replace broken links and rods on your stocker. SAFETY: Ensure you use correct PPE provided. Use safety harness when working at height. Apply health and safety regulations inside the boiler house. Competencies & Behaviours: Ability to work independently and work within a team. Strong work ethic Willingness work overtime and accept off-shift assignments. Ability to work with minimum supervision. Good communication skills Ability to work under pressure. Post-secondary education in fields such as mechanical or industrial engineering technology will be advantageous. Please consider your application unsuccessful if you have not received a response within 2 weeks

Location: Standerton, ZA

Posted Date: 11/13/2024