Boiler Operator at Provincial Government of Gauteng

Duties

• Request chemicals from stores as required. Test quality of water of softeners as well as the returning flows of condensate water.
• Fill chemicals tank with required chemicals as prescribed. Top up salt in brine tank.
• Check working conditions of chemical pumps. Test total dissolve solids (TDS) and blow-down according to prescripts.
• Monitor the stream pressure constantly
• Check correct temperature of hot well tanks.
• Adjust the stoker for efficient steam delivery.
• Report all defects immediately.
• Check the feed water pump-levels and hot well tanks for sufficient water supply to the boiler.
• Make sure that standby boilers and funnel is full of water and chemicals at all times.

• Control the flow of fuel .
• Ensure that the boiler environment is well maintained.
• Ensure proper usage of protective clothing.
• Ensure that the brine tank and water filter are cleaned as prescribed.
• Ensure the removal of ash from boilers, gritt arrester and smoke box.
• Log all recordings as per the assessment in the logbook.
• Perform supervisory functions.
• Receive and signoff on the delivery of coal.
• Provide shift reports.
• Maintenance of shift/overtime register.
• Perform related adhoc duties.

Requirements

• Grade 10 and an equivalent recognized
• National Steam Certificate.
• A minimum of 1-3 years’ appropriate hands on experience gained in boiler operating.

COMPETENCIES:

Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993 and Regulations.

Skills

Planning, organizing, verbal and written communication skills.