Job Title: Experienced Concrete Plant Batcher

Location: Northern Suburbs (Durbanville), Cape Town

Department: Concrete Production/Operations

Reports To: Plant Manager/Supervisor

Job Purpose:

Our client seeking a skilled and experienced Concrete Plant Batcher to oversee the batching and mixing process for high-quality concrete production. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of concrete mixing processes, batch plant operations, and quality control. They will ensure that concrete batches are prepared to precise specifications and standards, working in compliance with safety and operational guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Batching Operations: Operate and control the batching process to ensure the precise mixing of concrete in accordance with client specifications, project requirements, and industry standards.
• Equipment Management: Monitor and maintain batching equipment to ensure proper functionality. Identify and troubleshoot issues related to equipment performance, and report any necessary repairs or maintenance needs.
• Quality Control: Implement and maintain quality control measures by monitoring the consistency, moisture content, and composition of concrete batches, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Material Handling: Manage the receipt, storage, and usage of raw materials such as aggregates, cement, water, and additives, ensuring they are correctly proportioned during the batching process.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of batch quantities, ingredients used, and production outputs. Ensure proper documentation of all batch reports and production logs.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental policies, ensuring that personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn, and safety protocols are followed.
• Team Collaboration: Coordinate with drivers, dispatchers, and site supervisors to ensure timely delivery of concrete to construction sites. Communicate any production delays or issues with the team.
• Inventory Management: Assist in monitoring stock levels of raw materials and coordinate with the procurement team to ensure uninterrupted production.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Certification: Relevant qualifications in concrete batching or plant operation will be advantageous.
• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a concrete plant batcher in a commercial or industrial setting.
• Technical Knowledge: In-depth understanding of concrete batching processes, equipment operation, and quality control standards.
• Computer Skills: Familiarity with batching software systems used for automated concrete production.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Basic knowledge of mechanical systems and the ability to troubleshoot minor equipment issues.

Key Competencies:

• Attention to Detail: Ability to batch concrete with precision, ensuring that all specifications and quality standards are met.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time management skills to coordinate production schedules and maintain records.
• Communication: Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members, drivers, and supervisors.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to quickly identify and address issues related to batch quality or equipment performance.
• Work Ethic: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines while maintaining high standards of safety and quality.

Work Environment:

The position involves working in a production facility with exposure to heavy machinery, dust, and noise. The job may require physical activity, including lifting and moving heavy materials. Safety is a priority, and proper PPE must be worn at all times.

Compensation:

Competitive salary based on experience

Surgo (Pty) Ltd will consider all applications in terms of its Employment Equity (EE) and is committed in maintaining diversity in its appointments. Surgo (Pty) Ltd, therefore also encourages people with disabilities and from other diverse backgrounds to apply. Due to the high volume of applications, should you not receive feedback within three months upon submission, you can assume your application was unsuccessful and we encourage you to reapply. Please note that as a registered member of APSO, Surgo (PTY) Ltd. does not hold applicants accountable for any application fee.

Your CV will be kept on our database for us to contact you should any future vacancies become available. If you do not wish for us to keep your CV for any other positions, please email recruitment@surgo.co.za