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Sewerage Operator

Sewerage Operator

Sappi Southern Africa
Country:  South Africa
City:  Ngodwana
Location:  Mill Ngodwana
Division:  Utilities
Posting date:  8 Apr 2026
Closing date:  22 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 Sewerage Operator to manage and oversee the effective treatment of Domestic & Industrial sewerage, (screening, oxidation, clarification and disinfecting) for release into the Elands River.

 

As a Sewerage Operator you will be responsible for:

Plant Operations

  • Monitor and adjust chlorine residual levels hourly to ensure effective disinfection of treated effluent.
  • Control and optimize sludge recycling processes continuously to maintain plant efficiency.
  • Adjust aeration levels as required to support effective biological treatment.
  • Monitor incoming effluent quality continuously for potential toxic substances and take corrective action where necessary.
  • Record equipment performance and take corrective action to ensure optimal plant operation.
  • Conduct routine sludge testing (hourly) to maintain process control and treatment efficiency.
  • De-sludge treatment plants as required (typically daily) to maintain operational effectiveness.
  • Carry out plant and equipment cleaning and general housekeeping daily to ensure a safe and efficient working environment.

SHEQ – Safety, Health, Environment & Quality

  • Practice compliance to Sappi's "8 Life Saving Rules" and "Earth Saving Rules".
  • Ensure compliance with SHEQ requirements and investigate incidents to implement corrective actions.
  • Maintain high standards of housekeeping at all times.
  • Participate in and promote BBS observation programme according to department objectives.

 

What are we looking for?

  • Grade 12 with Maths and Science or
  • N3 Pulp and Paper
  • 6 months plant experience 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 a Sewerage Operator to manage and oversee the effective treatment of Domestic & Industrial sewerage, (screening, oxidation, clarification and disinfecting) for release into the Elands River.

 

As a Sewerage Operator you will be responsible for:

Plant Operations

  • Monitor and adjust chlorine residual levels hourly to ensure effective disinfection of treated effluent.
  • Control and optimize sludge recycling processes continuously to maintain plant efficiency.
  • Adjust aeration levels as required to support effective biological treatment.
  • Monitor incoming effluent quality continuously for potential toxic substances and take corrective action where necessary.
  • Record equipment performance and take corrective action to ensure optimal plant operation.
  • Conduct routine sludge testing (hourly) to maintain process control and treatment efficiency.
  • De-sludge treatment plants as required (typically daily) to maintain operational effectiveness.
  • Carry out plant and equipment cleaning and general housekeeping daily to ensure a safe and efficient working environment.

SHEQ – Safety, Health, Environment & Quality

  • Practice compliance to Sappi's "8 Life Saving Rules" and "Earth Saving Rules".
  • Ensure compliance with SHEQ requirements and investigate incidents to implement corrective actions.
  • Maintain high standards of housekeeping at all times.
  • Participate in and promote BBS observation programme according to department objectives.

 

What are we looking for?

  • Grade 12 with Maths and Science or
  • N3 Pulp and Paper
  • 6 months plant experience 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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