Process Engineer | Petrochemical | 6-month contract (renewable) | Rivonia Johannesburg
Kwena Human Capital
- Undisclosed
- Contract Intermediate EE position
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Rivonia
- Posted 08 Apr 2026 by Kwena Human Capital
- Expires in 34 days
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Job 2636735
About the position
Our client, a leading Engineering Consultant is looking to appoint a Process Engineer to join their team for a 6-month Petrochemical project based in Rivonia, Johannesburg.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent
- 5+ years of experience in petrochemical, oil & gas, or related industries
- Experience in process design and simulation tools
Key Responsibilities:
Process Design & Engineering
- Develop and review Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
- Perform process simulations and calculations (mass & energy balances)
- Size and specify process equipment (vessels, heat exchangers, pumps, compressors)
- Prepare and review process datasheets and specifications
Project Execution
- Support engineering deliverables in line with project schedule and milestones
- Participate in HAZOP, HAZID, and safety reviews
- Interface with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, instrumentation, electrical, civil)
- Provide technical input during procurement and vendor evaluations
Operations & Optimization
- Analyse plant/process performance and recommend improvements
- Troubleshoot process issues during commissioning or operation phases
- Support start-up and commissioning activities
Compliance & Safety
- Ensure adherence to industry codes and standards (e.g., API, ASME, ISO)
- Promote process safety and risk mitigation practices
- Support environmental and regulatory compliance requirements
Desired Skills:
- Process Engineering
- Project
- Petrochemical
Desired Work Experience:
Kwena Human Capital
About the agency
INTRODUCTION
From our inception, we have grown steadily to become successful and highly respected suppliers of contract, temp and permanent personnel. Servicing a wide range of national blue chip clients drawn from every sector of industry and commerce.
WHAT WE DO
Operate in specialized verticals
Craft business solutions
Provide contract and permanent recruitment solutions
HOW DO WE DO IT?
In touch with international trends
Extension of our clients
Quick Turn-around times
Close relationships with government authorities
Dynamic database
MISSION
Our Corporate Mission Statement characterizes the culture of our organization:
"To provide our customers with a tailored, continuing service which exceeds expectations and is based upon partnership relationships being recognized as unique by customers."
"To create a corporate culture which empowers the individual, values individual contribution, celebrates the team, encourages personal development, and creates career opportunities for all personnel."
SERVICE PHILOSOPHY
Honest and ethical advice to clients and candidates alike
A commitment to exceeding client service expectations
A commitment to specialisation resulting in a higher level of expertise in Consulting staff
Constant attention to detail
Prompt response to a request for assistance
A fee structure which is both competitive and success based
A commitment to the internal training of consulting staff to ensure continuous development and therefore a higher level of service to our clients and candidates
Highly skilled consultants with vast industry knowledge and business skill
Dedicated account manager to ensure relationship building and understanding of our clients culture, service expectation, procedures and environment
RAPID RESPONSE
Our success is founded on our ability to cultivate and develop long lasting partnerships with our clients. Through such partnerships, we build a sound affinity and understanding of their needs, allowing us to provide them with quality, cost effective solutions – helping them reach their vision timeously and cost effectively.
INTERNATIONAL CAPACITY
An increasing number of our clients are looking overseas for new sources of skilled and experienced candidates. Kwena Human Capital has extensive experience in overseas recruitment. We recruit staff on a temporary, contract and permanent basis and manage the key processes in each case.
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