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Main Pump Station Operator

Main Pump Station Operator

Sappi Southern Africa
Country:  South Africa
City:  Ngodwana
Location:  Mill Ngodwana
Division:  Utilities
Posting date:  22 May 2026
Closing date:  5 Jun 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 an Main Pump Station -Operator to ensure safe and efficient operation of the Mills Effluent irrigation main pump station.

 

As an Main Pump Station -Operator you will be responsible for:

  • Ensure the efficient operating of the Main pump station through daily maintenance and operational tasks.
  • Communication with Irrigation Supervisor, Superintendent Farm operations and maintenance teams.
  • Record dam levels (Hourly) on log sheet and give feedback to Effluent plant operators.
  • Controls Gypsum addition to maintain prescribed S.A.R.
  • Report any problem area and defective equipment to irrigation Supervisor/Superintendent
  • Ensure that good housekeeping at all times.
  • Ensure mill safety standards are maintained.
  • Comply with the 8 Life Saving Rules.
  • Carry out BBS observations and other safety initiatives.

 

Working Conditions:

  • 12 hr shift rotation
  • Exposed to noise
  • Exposed dust- Gypsum
  • Exposed to open water bodies
  • Exposed to mill effluent

 

 What are we looking for?

  • Matric (Grade 12).
  • Minimum of 6 months relevant experience.
  • Speak and write clearly in English.
  • Experience in a Skid steer operation will be advantageous.
  • 1st Aid – Level 1, Gas Tester Certificate, BBS, Isolation procedure & competent effluent operator will be advantageous.

 

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 an Main Pump Station -Operator to ensure safe and efficient operation of the Mills Effluent irrigation main pump station.

 

As an Main Pump Station -Operator you will be responsible for:

  • Ensure the efficient operating of the Main pump station through daily maintenance and operational tasks.
  • Communication with Irrigation Supervisor, Superintendent Farm operations and maintenance teams.
  • Record dam levels (Hourly) on log sheet and give feedback to Effluent plant operators.
  • Controls Gypsum addition to maintain prescribed S.A.R.
  • Report any problem area and defective equipment to irrigation Supervisor/Superintendent
  • Ensure that good housekeeping at all times.
  • Ensure mill safety standards are maintained.
  • Comply with the 8 Life Saving Rules.
  • Carry out BBS observations and other safety initiatives.

 

Working Conditions:

  • 12 hr shift rotation
  • Exposed to noise
  • Exposed dust- Gypsum
  • Exposed to open water bodies
  • Exposed to mill effluent

 

 What are we looking for?

  • Matric (Grade 12).
  • Minimum of 6 months relevant experience.
  • Speak and write clearly in English.
  • Experience in a Skid steer operation will be advantageous.
  • 1st Aid – Level 1, Gas Tester Certificate, BBS, Isolation procedure & competent effluent operator will be advantageous.

 

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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