Title:  Process Controller Column Stills

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Immediate Superior: [[Anthea Moses]] 
Job Grade: [[06]] 
Location: [[Wellington Distillery]]
Function: [[Supply Chain]]
Sub Function: [[Manufacturing]]
Type of Contract: [[Permanent]]
Reference Number: [[137245]] 
Closing Date: 23/05/2025

Applications are invited for the above-mentioned position based in the Processing department at the Wellington Distillery. The successful candidate will report to the Process Technologist.

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

• Operate continuous grain distillation column and vacuum still on a 12 hour shift basis
• Continuously monitor and manage distillation processes
• Organoleptic evaluation of distillate on a continuous basis to ensure quality product
• Ensure strict loss control on all distillation processes
• Effluent control after hours including monitoring and operating a UASB reactor
• Clean, repair and do maintenance on stills and equipment in the stillhouse
• Ensure accurate record keeping of required documentation
• Ensure compliance with OHSAct standards
• Drawing and testing of production tank samples
• Effective record keeping
• Actively participate in TPM team activities
• Actively participate in effective problem solving

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

• A minimum of 2 years relevant experience in a distillation environment or general Cellar experience will be highly advantageous
• Grade 12 with mathematics & science or equivalent
• A relevant tertiary level qualification will be highly advantageous
• Computer literacy with a demonstrable knowledge across the MS Office suite
• Excellent attention to detail and problem solving ability
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and without supervision
• Willingness to work irregular hours on a shift basis (weekends and public holidays included)
• Willingness to work overtime when required
• Must have own, or access to, reliable transport
• Punctuality and attendance reliability essential

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.