Attendant Bagasse, Conveyors, Boilers & Turbine – K4 (4 positions)|Kilombero Sugar

Attendant Bagasse, Conveyors, Boilers & Turbine – K4 (4 positions)

Morogoro, Kilombero, Tanzania, United Republic of
Full Time
Mid Level

Job Purpose

To monitor all boilers and turbine, bagasse handling, and conveyors to ensure all equipment and machines are running in optimal condition.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensuring monitoring of boiler equipment, conveyors and all associated equipment are running smoothly.
• Carry out root cause analysis of simple non-conformances & propose actions.
• Ensure all pressure readings are readable from respective pressure gauges and read correctly.
• Report any pipe or tube leak to Foreman immediately and record it for corrective action.
• Always attend bagasse feeder to maintain steam pressure.
• Together with the Steam and power Foreman, Control room operator and site Operators/Attendant, diagnose the cause of problems/breakdowns by applying the necessary problem-solving tools, e.g. 5Why, Fishbone etc.
• Make regular inspections of ash hoppers and nodding ducts to improve boiler effectiveness.
• Make regular inspections of the ash sluicing systems to ensure that they are effectively sealed.
• Ensure water flows properly through ash hoppers and nodding ducts gutters.
• Assess combustion condition and bagasse level on furnace bed by opening furnace inspection windows regularly and communicate over/underfeeding with Boiler Control Room Operator.
• Ensure the grate chain drive is running well and smoothly by frequent checks on the motor speed and output coupling movement.
• Ensure availability of enough bagasse by frequently visiting and inspecting the situation in the bagasse house and advise the Foreman for correct action in case the bagasse house is getting full or running out of bagasse.
• Maintain high steam pressure whenever the mill stops by checking the bagasse house to ensure back feeding is being done effectively to avoid low steam pressure/ LTA.
• Monitor the movements of the tractors and front loader during the shift by logging down running hours in logbook.
• Ensure the fire hydrants and fire hose boxes are not covered by accumulated bagasse and ready for use.
• Ensure the condensate level is high.
• Record production data and any other required information on appropriate log sheet and logbook.

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Job Qualification and Experience

• Diploma in Mechanics or equivalent from a recognized Institution.
• Certificate in Fitter Mechanics will be an added advantage.
• At least 3 years working in Sugar Industry specifically boiler operation.
• Adhere to Safety and lockout procedure during operation.
• Understanding complex plant operations.

Terms of Service: The successful candidate will be engaged on a Permanent contract.

All interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, please apply for the position on or before 7 April 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Kilombero Sugar Company Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people with disability are highly encouraged to apply.