Control Room Operator

1. Control Room Operator

Job Purpose / Profile

Monitor, control, and coordinate plant operations from the control room to ensure efficient, safe, and continuous production. The successful candidate will maintain optimal process conditions, identify operational abnormalities, and coordinate corrective actions with field operators and relevant technical personnel.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor and control plant operations through Distributed Control Systems (DCS), PLCs, or other process control systems.
• Monitor critical process parameters, including temperature, pressure, flow rates, levels, and equipment operating conditions.
• Ensure that plant operations are maintained within approved operating limits and production targets.
• Identify, investigate, and report process deviations, equipment abnormalities, and operational failures.
• Coordinate with field operators, maintenance personnel, and supervisors to ensure timely resolution of operational problems.
• Maintain accurate operational records, shift reports, production data, and process logs.
• Implement approved operating procedures, safety standards, and emergency response protocols.
• Participate in plant start-up, shutdown, and process changeover activities.
• Report equipment breakdowns, process interruptions and potential safety hazards to the relevant supervisor.
• Ensure proper shift handover and communication of outstanding operational issues.

Knowledge and Competencies Required

• Knowledge of industrial process plant operations and process control systems.
• Understanding of chemical processes, material flow and production operations.
• Knowledge of plant safety procedures and emergency response requirements.
• Ability to interpret process diagrams, operating parameters and technical information.
• Strong analytical, monitoring, and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or Degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• 2–3 years of relevant working experience, preferably in a steel, chemical, metallurgical or process plant environment.
• Experience in operating DCS/PLC systems will be an added advantage.
• Must be willing to work shifts.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

All applicants must meet the following requirements:

1. Must be Zambian citizens and possess a valid National Registration Card (NRC).

2. Must possess the relevant academic and professional qualifications for the position applied for.

3. Must provide verifiable evidence of relevant work experience where applicable.

4. Must demonstrate integrity, professionalism, discipline, and a strong work ethic.

5. Must possess good communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

6. Must be medically fit to work in a demanding industrial environment.

7. Must demonstrate the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

8. Must be willing to work shifts, weekends and public holidays where operational requirements demand.

9. Must be committed to observing company policies, procedures, occupational health and safety standards.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Head - Human Resources

Universal Mining and Chemical Industries Limited (UMCIL)

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit to hr@umcil.co.zm & cc: [email protected]

• A cover letter, clearly indicating the position applied for.
• An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Copies of relevant academic, technical and professional qualifications.
• ERB/EIZ documentation, where applicable.
• Contact details of three professional referees.

Closing Date: 20th November 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

How to Apply

Apply by emailing: hr@umcil.co.zm