BATCHING PLANT OPERATOR

JOB TITLE:BATCHING PLANT OPERATOR

NATURE OF JOB: FULL TIME

INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE/CONSTRUCTION

SALARY:KSHS. 35,000-40,000

JOB LOCATION:BUNGOMA

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Operate and Monitor Batching Plant Equipment:

• Ensure accurate batching of concrete mixes according to project specifications using automated or manual controls.
• Monitor control panels, sensors, and gauges to oversee mixing cycles and detect system irregularities.
• Adjust water, cement, and aggregate ratios to achieve desired mix consistency and strength.

Ensure Product Quality and Consistency:

• Conduct visual inspections of concrete mix for consistency, slump, and workability before dispatch.
• Work closely with the quality control team to perform routine sampling and testing of mixes.
• Adjust recipes and mix designs as needed, based on field performance and feedback from the site.

Routine Maintenance and Equipment Care:

• Carry out daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance checks to prevent breakdowns and prolong machine life.
• Clean hoppers, conveyors, mixer drums, and plant surroundings after each production cycle.
• Identify worn parts, leakages, or potential hazards and report them for timely repair or replacement.

Calibrate Batching Equipment:

• Regularly calibrate load cells, weighing scales, moisture sensors, and flow meters to maintain accuracy.
• Document calibration activities and ensure compliance with both internal quality systems and external regulations.

Record Keeping and Documentation:

• Maintain accurate logs of daily production volumes, materials consumed, and downtime events.
• Submit daily production reports and material usage summaries to the Plant Manager or Project Engineer.
• Keep digital or paper records in accordance with company procedures and audit requirements.

Inventory and Material Management:

• Monitor stock levels of raw materials (cement, sand, gravel, water, admixtures) and raise requests for reordering in advance.
• Ensure proper storage of materials to prevent contamination or degradation.
• Verify delivery notes and assist with offloading and material checks when needed.

Compliance with Safety and Environmental Standards:

• Enforce and follow all health and safety procedures while operating the plant.
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensure others in the batching area do the same.
• Prevent environmental hazards such as dust emissions, spillage of admixtures, or water pollution from the plant site.

Team Coordination and Communication:

• Liaise with site engineers, logistics teams, and drivers to coordinate timely concrete dispatch and delivery.
• Communicate any delays, changes in mix design, or plant issues promptly to site supervisors.
• Train junior plant assistants or helpers on batching procedures, safety, and maintenance protocols when necessary.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Certificate or Diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in operating and maintaining concrete batching plants.
• Hands-on knowledge of batching systems, equipment calibration, and automated plant controls
• Strong technical aptitude and mechanical knowledge
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality production
• Good communication and record-keeping skills
• Knowledge of construction safety standards and protocols