Title:  Boiler Operator

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Immediate Superior: Malcolm Davids 
Job Grade: 03 
Location: Paarl
Function: Supply Chain
Sub Function: Supply Chain - Production
Type of Contract: Permanent
Reference Number: 151455 
Closing Date: 09/02/2026

Applications are invited for the above-mentioned position in the Maintenance department, based at the Wellington Distillery. The successful incumbent will report to the Engineering Specialist.

Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

• Efficient operation and control of coal and methane boilers on a shift basis
• Facilitate ash removal when required
• Ensure optimum coal availability and supply to the boilers
• Perform the required analyses of boiler processes and reporting as required
• Active participation in departmental TPM activities (Continuous Improvement)
• Responsible for effective housekeeping in work area
• Assist in general maintenance and risk control
• Ensure compliance to SHERQ requirements of the site
• Ad hoc duties as and when required

 The successful candidate must have the following attributes, qualifications, skills and experience:

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Boiler Operator Certificate, preferably from John Thomson
• At least 1 year Boiler operating experience
• A relevant technical qualification will be advantageous
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
• Must be in good health and able to cope with physically demanding activities associated with this position
• Willingness to work long, irregular hours on a rotating shift basis (weekends and public holidays included)
• Computer literacy would be advantageous
• Must have own, or access to, a reliable mode of transport to and from the workplace
• Punctuality and attendance reliability

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. Heineken Beverages (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd) is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values inclusion and diversity. You must be fully eligible to live and work in South Africa to apply.