Kabelo Thipe

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.

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.

National Diploma - Chemical Engineering - Vaal University of Technology (2014)

Matric - Bafokeng High School (2006)