Boiler Operator

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Overview This is an editorial rewrite of a job advertisement for a Boiler Operator position with the Gauteng Department Of Infrastructure Development. The role falls under the Chief Directorate: Maintenance and is based at the Tshwane: Weskoppies Facility Maintenance Hub. The successful candidate will earn R201 093 per annum, plus benefits. The Boiler Operator is responsible for the efficient and safe operation and maintenance of boilers, including chemical management, pressure and temperature monitoring, defect reporting, and ensuring a clean and safe boiler environment, alongside some supervisory and administrative duties. What you will do The Boiler Operator will be responsible for a range of duties, including: * Requesting chemicals from stores as required. * Testing the quality of water in softeners and returning condensate flows. * Filling chemical tanks with prescribed chemicals. * Topping up salt in the brine tank. * Checking the working conditions of chemical pumps. * Testing total dissolved solids (TDS) and performing blow-down according to prescripts. * Constantly monitoring steam pressure. * Checking the correct temperature of hot well tanks. * Adjusting the stoker for efficient steam delivery. * Reporting all defects immediately. * Checking feed water pump-levels and hot well tanks for sufficient water supply to the boiler. * Ensuring standby boilers and funnels are always full of water and chemicals. * Controlling the flow of fuel. * Ensuring the boiler environment is well maintained, clean, and safe. * Ensuring proper usage of protective clothing. * Ensuring the brine tank and water filter are cleaned as prescribed. * Ensuring the removal of ash from boilers, grit arrester, and smoke box. * Logging all recordings as per assessment in the logbook. * Performing supervisory functions. * Receiving and signing off on coal deliveries. * Providing shift reports. * Maintaining a shift/overtime register. * Performing related ad-hoc duties. Requirements (from the original advert) * **Education & Experience:** Grade 10 and an equivalent recognized National Steam Certificate. A minimum of 1-3 years’ appropriate hands-on experience gained in boiler operating. * **Competencies:** Basic knowledge of norms and standards on low pressure; Knowledge of Maintenance Works Norms and Standards; Knowledge of maintenance tools; Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act. * **Skills:** Interpersonal relations; Ability to utilise Public Works maintenance tools; Planning and organising; Staff supervision; Communication (written & verbal). * **Attributes:** People centred; Professionalism; Collective responsibility; Transformation; Batho Pele Principles; Attention to detail; Honesty and integrity; Strong ethics. Who should apply Candidates should have a Grade 10 education combined with a recognized National Steam Certificate and at least 1-3 years of practical experience in boiler operations. Ideal applicants will possess a fundamental understanding of low-pressure norms, maintenance works standards, relevant tools, and the Occupational Health and Safety Act. They should demonstrate strong interpersonal, planning, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to supervise staff and effectively use Public Works maintenance tools. Furthermore, applicants should be professional, people-centred, detail-oriented, honest, and ethical individuals who embrace collective responsibility, transformation, and Batho Pele Principles. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/gauteng-department-of-infrastructure-development-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-38-of-2026#spani-ref-refs-056868 Source: govpage

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