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Watershed Consulting

Graduate Chemical Engineers

Watershed Consulting

  • R17,000 - R22,000 per month
  • Temporary Junior position
  • Montague Gardens
  • Posted 06 Aug 2026 by Watershed Consulting
  • Expires in 34 days
  • Job 2643544 - Ref GCEB
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About the position

Graduate Chemical Engineers

Employment type: 3-month temp

Location: Montague Gardens, Cape Town, South Africa

Salary: R17000 to R22000 p/m depending on qualifications and experience

Job Overview:
We are seeking an entry-level Junior Graduate Chemical Engineer to support in the development and enhancement of processes within a chemical manufacturing facility. This temp contract position offers significant growth opportunities based on performance and potential for long-term employment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the creation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for equipment operation, including start-up, shut-down, maintenance, and safety protocols.
  • Investigate and analyze processes on the factory floor, working closely with process engineer and the maintenance manager.
  • After procedural documentation is complete, help identify safety hazards, bottlenecks, and areas for improvements in efficiency.
  • Take initiative to create practical solutions to identified issues.
  • Develop and maintain critical spares lists for machinery.
  • Ensure all documentation is completed on time and adheres to company standards and international directives.
  • Level 2 and 3 Process Mapping of key Processes
  • Time and Motion Studies
  • ISO and AIMS audit preparations, corrective action closures

Qualifications:

  • Post-grad student seeking experience or engineering student needing to complete in-service training.
  • Proficiency in MS Office.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow strict guidelines and procedures.
  • Strong communication skills, adaptability, and a proactive, problem-solving attitude.
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaborate with team members.

Working Environment:

  • Split between office-based work and time on the factory floor.
  • Strict adherence to safety protocols and full PPE required when on the factory floor.

Work Schedule:

  • Monday to Thursday: 7:30 am - 4:15 pm
  • Friday: 7:30 am - 3:00 pm

Benefits:

  • The opportunity for growth within an internationally recognized company.
  • Ongoing mentorship and guidance from senior engineers and the maintenance team.

Desired Skills:

  • Graduate Chemical Engineer
  • ISO Audits
  • Process Mapping
  • Time and Motion Studies
  • Critical Spares

Desired Work Experience:

  • Less than 1 year

Desired Qualification Level:

  • Degree

About The Employer:

Graduate Chemical Engineers

Employment type: 3-month temp

Location: Montague Gardens, Cape Town, South Africa

Salary: R17000 to R22000 p/m depending on qualifications and experience

Job Overview:
We are seeking an entry-level Junior Graduate Chemical Engineer to support in the development and enhancement of processes within a chemical manufacturing facility. This temp contract position offers significant growth opportunities based on performance and potential for long-term employment.

Apply Now

Watershed Consulting

About the agency

Watershed Consulting is a Recruitment Company offering placement opportunities in the following sectors: Banking, Finance, Call Centre, Information Communication and Technology (ICT). We go beyond traditional recruitment by not just a getting a job for you, but a career. We do this by finding the best fit between candidate and the job. Our expertise in compensation, benefits, job evaluation and competency profiling underpins our recruitment process.

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