Kabelo Thipe
Process Control professional with wastewater treatment and plant operations experience
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Experienced Process Control professional with practical wastewater treatment and plant operations experience. Skilled in monitoring treatment processes, equipment inspections, safety compliance, process optimisation, and reporting. Holds a National Diploma in Chemical Engineering and has hands‑on experience supervising operators, analysing process performance, and ensuring compliance with environmental standards.
Seeking to contribute technical and operational expertise as a Process Control Assistant at Rand Water.
Experience
Process Controller - East Rand Water Care Company
(2017-12 - 2020-05)
- Controlled and monitored wastewater treatment unit processes to meet effluent and environmental standards
- Supervised general workers, plant operators and in‑service trainees
- Coordinated sampling and laboratory analysis activities
- Managed sludge stabilisation, dewatering and disposal processes
- Conducted process optimisation and troubleshooting
- Compiled operational reports and Green Drop documentation
- Monitored chemical stock levels and ensured process continuity
Senior Process Operator - East Rand Water Care Company
(2014-04 - 2017-11)
- Monitored plant readings and equipment performance
- Conducted safety inspections and reported risks
- Identified and reported process deviations
- Assisted team members with plant process control
- Compiled weekly and monthly operational reports
- Maintained plant housekeeping and safety standards
In‑Service Trainee - East Rand Water Care Company
(2013-04 - 2014-03)
Supported plant operations, equipment inspections, reporting and housekeeping.
Laboratory Assistant - Vaal University of Technology
(2012-07 - 2013-03)
Prepared laboratory equipment, assisted students with experiments and calculations, and supervised practical sessions.
Education
National Diploma - Chemical Engineering - Vaal University of Technology (2014)
Matric - Bafokeng High School (2006)
