Operation Foreman at Catalyst Path Consulting

Catalyst Path Consulting is recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Operation Foreman

Location: SME Plant - Gujeni, Kaduna
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Mining
Department: Production Process
Reports To: Process in Charge / Plant Manager

Position Summary

• The Operation Foreman is responsible for supervising and executing end-to-end process operations within a hazardous chemical production environment.
• The role involves hands-on oversight of plant equipment, including blend reactors and jet mixers, and the safe handling of reactive chemical compounds.
• This position is integral to ensuring consistent product quality, plant safety, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Process Operation:
  • Operate and monitor blend reactors, screw feeders, mixers, and chemical transfer systems
  • Supervise material transfers including ammonium nitrate solutions, fuels, and other reagents
  • Oversee loading/unloading of bulk emulsion materials
• Chemical Handling:
  • Manage hazardous materials such as acetic acid, sodium hydroxide, sodium nitrite, and SMO
  • Ensure accurate chemical blending and storage per SOPs
• Quality Control:
  • Track and adjust process parameters to maintain formulation standards
  • Conduct plant walkarounds and inspect for operational irregularities
• Health, Safety & Environment (HSE):
  • Enforce HSE procedures for chemical exposure and equipment safety
  • Perform safety drills and equipment hazard assessments
• Team Management:
  • Lead a team of operators with shift scheduling and task allocation
  • Provide operational guidance and on-the-job training
• Maintenance & Equipment Oversight:
  • Monitor equipment reliability and coordinate minor troubleshooting
  • Liaise with maintenance teams for preventive and corrective interventions
• Documentation & Compliance:
  • Maintain daily logs for chemical usage, batch records, and production data

  • Generate reports on output, incidents, and continuous improvement measures

Qualifications

• Education:
  • Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Process Engineering
  • Certifications in process safety, hazardous materials, or chemical operations (preferred)
• Experience:
  • 5–8 years in a chemical, explosives, or petrochemical plant
  • Proficiency with blend reactor systems and automated control platforms (PLC/HMI)
  • Previous experience managing hazardous chemicals like ammonium nitrate is essential
• Skills:
  • Strong leadership in a high-risk setting
  • Solid grasp of chemical kinetics and process control
  • Effective communication and report writing
  • Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (OSHA, HAZMAT)

Working Conditions:

• Exposure to chemicals in confined and high-risk environments
• PPE adherence is mandatory
• Must be flexible for rotational shifts and emergency call-outs

Application Closing Date
31st July, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates can send their CV to: isaac.samuel@anrml.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.