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Outside Operator KLB

Sappi

Sappi

Posted on Aug 25, 2025

We are hiring!

At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.

We’re on the lookout for an experienced Outside Operator KLB to safely and efficiently operate the equipment under his/her control, to ensure optimum production thereby reducing downtime.

As an Outside Operator KLB, you will be responsible for:

  • Observes, rectifies and report all deficiencies outside Control room.
  • Initiates notifications to various maintenance Departments.
  • Supervises housekeeping for section
  • Remains in constant radio contact with process controllers
  • Preforms outside activities.
  • Keeps and maintains a high standard of safety awareness
  • Performs regular audits and complete checklists.
  • Starts up and operates the plant
  • Must have a good understanding and knowledge of the plant.
  • Ensures quality and performance checks
  • Performs isolations on the plant equipment for plant maintenance using safe work procedures.
  • Writes out clearance certificates for plant maintenance
  • Performs visual shift checks
  • Reliefs on plant sections where licenced
  • Identification; communication and mitigation of risks

What are we looking for:

  • Grade 12 (Maths and Science) or N3 Pulp and Paper.
  • Minimum 1 – 3 years production experience.

What’s in it for you?

  • Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly. changing world even after 80 years of existence
  • Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi
  • Market-leading leave benefits
  • Employee wellbeing benefits