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Dry End Controller

Dry End Controller

Sappi Southern Africa
Country:  South Africa
City:  Ngodwana
Location:  Mill Ngodwana
Division:  Production
Posting date:  14 Apr 2026
Closing date:  21 Apr 2026

We are hiring!

 

At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.

 

We’re on the lookout for a Dry End Controller to operate the Dry end system, including dryer groups, steam and condensate system, PV system etc. according to Best operating practices. To ensure maximum availability and quality paper production by being pro-active in identifying and rectifying negative impacts on the Dryer section

 

As an Dry End Controller you will be responsible for:

  • Perform pre-start inspections of the dryer steam system, steam traps, separators, screens, and ropes.
  • Perform shutdown tasks including steam isolations/de-isolations and cleaning of the dryer section and tail feed system.
  • Set and maintain correct dryer screen and rope tensions, ensuring proper guiding, condition, and cleanliness.
  • Coordinate teamwork during dryer screen and rope changes and assist with felt and wire changes.
  • Monitor, check, and correct PV fans and air make-up units on mezzanine floors
  • Feed the paper tail during start-up and control dry end draws through to the Pope reel.
  • Remove paper jams during breaks and operate dry-end size press repulpers
  • Produce paper according to MPS requirements and coordinate changes in basis weight, trim, and speed.
  • Inspect paper for quality defects and communicate findings to the Process Controller and Winderman.
  • Operate control panels for the dryer section, calendar stack, and Pope reel.
  • Perform reel turn-ups according to best operating practices to minimise waste and manage return spools.
  • Coordinate housekeeping activities and maintain a clean and safe work environment.

 

What are we looking for?

  • Grade 12 (Matric) with Mathematics and Physical Science or N3 in Pulp and Paper.
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience working on a Paper Machine manufacturing process.

 

What’s in it for you?

 

  • Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence.
  • Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi.
  • Opportunities to travel .
  • Market leading leave benefits.
  • Employee wellbeing benefits

We are hiring!

 

At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.

 

We’re on the lookout for a Dry End Controller to operate the Dry end system, including dryer groups, steam and condensate system, PV system etc. according to Best operating practices. To ensure maximum availability and quality paper production by being pro-active in identifying and rectifying negative impacts on the Dryer section

 

As an Dry End Controller you will be responsible for:

  • Perform pre-start inspections of the dryer steam system, steam traps, separators, screens, and ropes.
  • Perform shutdown tasks including steam isolations/de-isolations and cleaning of the dryer section and tail feed system.
  • Set and maintain correct dryer screen and rope tensions, ensuring proper guiding, condition, and cleanliness.
  • Coordinate teamwork during dryer screen and rope changes and assist with felt and wire changes.
  • Monitor, check, and correct PV fans and air make-up units on mezzanine floors
  • Feed the paper tail during start-up and control dry end draws through to the Pope reel.
  • Remove paper jams during breaks and operate dry-end size press repulpers
  • Produce paper according to MPS requirements and coordinate changes in basis weight, trim, and speed.
  • Inspect paper for quality defects and communicate findings to the Process Controller and Winderman.
  • Operate control panels for the dryer section, calendar stack, and Pope reel.
  • Perform reel turn-ups according to best operating practices to minimise waste and manage return spools.
  • Coordinate housekeeping activities and maintain a clean and safe work environment.

 

What are we looking for?

  • Grade 12 (Matric) with Mathematics and Physical Science or N3 in Pulp and Paper.
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience working on a Paper Machine manufacturing process.

 

What’s in it for you?

 

  • Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence.
  • Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi.
  • Opportunities to travel .
  • Market leading leave benefits.
  • Employee wellbeing benefits

Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. At Sappi, we encourage and support vaccination.

Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. At Sappi, we encourage and support vaccination.

ABOUT SAPPI

Sappi is a leading global provider of everyday materials made from woodfibre-based renewable resources. As a diversified, innovative and trusted leader focused on sustainable processes and products, we are building a more circular economy by making what we should, not just what we can.

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