Job Description

Closing Date 2025/10/29
Reference Number AEC251015-1
Pillar AECI Water
Job Title Water Treatment Analyst (Fixed Term Contract)
Job Type Classification Contract
Job Grade BU
Number of Positions 1
Location - Town / Site Durban & Midlands
Location - Province KwaZulu-Natal
Location - Country South Africa

• Conduct daily site visits to perform water sampling and analysis on boiler, cooling, and process systems.
• Perform chemical dosing checks and adjustments based on analytical results.
• Complete daily and weekly service reports for each site supported.
• Conduct jar testing and bench trials to optimize chemical programs (coagulants, flocculants, corrosion inhibitors, etc.).
• Calibrate, maintain, and manage portable lab and testing equipment.
• Monitor and record system parameters including pH, conductivity, hardness, alkalinity, TDS, and microbial activity.
• Support trials and audits initiated by the AECI Water team and assist with implementation of corrective actions.
• Liaise directly with mill engineering and process teams to report findings and recommendations.
• Uphold safety, housekeeping, and environmental compliance in all on-site activities

Qualifications & Experience

• BTech or National Diploma in Chemical Engineering or Analytical Chemistry
• Minimum 3-5 years' hands-on experience in water treatment, including boilers, cooling towers, and chillers.
• Previous exposure to sugar industry water systems (advantageous).
• Experience conducting lab and field testing, chemical dosing, and quality control checks.
• Valid Driver's License (Code 10 / C1) and willingness to travel between Customer sites
• Computer literate in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Skills Required