Process Engineer: Laboratory and Services

• RCL FOODS  is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Process Engineer: Laboratory and Services to join our Sugar Business Unit based in Komati. The primary objective of this position is to manage laboratory, environmental, and dispatch support services and provide accurate production-related reporting, while meeting budgetary and SHERQ requirements in alignment with business objectives.

Minimum Requirements    

• BTech/BSc Chemical Engineering or equivalent qualifications.
• At least 4 years managerial experience in the Laboratory, Operational or Production environment, preferably with sugar manufacturing experience.  
• Completed SMRI 10-week course.
• Candidates should have advanced Computer literacy (LIMS, MS Office, and SAP) skills.
• Self-starting, action-orientated individuals with well-developed communication skills should apply.
• The ability to pay attention to detail and accuracy is critical to this position.
• Be prepared to work standby and unplanned overtime.
• To be considered for appointment, candidate must be a South African citizen.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Manage laboratory, water works, dispatch, waste and landfill operations.
• Provide accurate, timely reporting and operational information to support production plans and objectives.
• Maintain plant integrity and coordinate maintenance in areas of responsibility.  
• Control and monitor expenditure across maintenance, operations, materials, labour, and capital budgets.
• Lead and manage teams, including performance management, discipline, recruitment, training, development, and workforce planning.
• Report and investigate incidents and accidents, implementing effective corrective and preventative measures.
• Ensure high standards of quality, safety, and housekeeping in compliance with RCL Sugar SHERQ requirements.

Deadline:31st May,2026