Job Purpose

To operate and monitor the bio-methanation (anaerobic digestion) process to convert spent wash into biogas and bio-spent wash safely and efficiently.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure stable, efficient, and safe performance of anaerobic digestion units and associated systems (e.g., feedstock handling, gas scrubbing, and flare systems).
• Prevent health, safety, and environmental risks by adhering to operating procedures, waste handling standards, and emergency protocols.
• Support energy recovery goals by maintaining high plant availability and consistent biogas production.
• Ensure plant operations comply with environmental regulations and internal performance standards for waste reduction, emissions, and energy recovery
• Act as a key frontline operator ensuring continuity of plant performance across shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Operate the bio methanation plant efficiently to maximize biogas yield and reduce wastage of organic feedstock.
• Track and minimize consumption of operational chemicals (e.g., pH adjusters, nutrient additives) without compromising process stability.
• Support the reduction of maintenance costs by promptly reporting abnormal equipment behaviour and assisting with preventive maintenance tasks.
• Ensure accurate daily logging of production volumes (biogas, digestate), energy output, and feedstock use for financial tracking.
• Maintain an organized and clean work environment to avoid fines or losses from safety or compliance breaches.
• Minimize water losses and leakage during operations through vigilant monitoring and timely corrective actions.
• Collaborate effectively with shift team members, maintenance personnel, laboratory technicians, and supervisors to ensure smooth and continuous plant operation.
• Report unsafe behaviours, hazards, or near-miss incidents promptly to help maintain a strong health and safety culture.
• Participate actively in safety drills, emergency response training, and continuous improvement meetings.
• Uphold organizational values by showing respect, accountability, and professionalism in all team interactions.

Qualifications And Experience

• Diploma/Certificate in waste management, biogas technology, Environmental health and safety or Equivalent.
• 1–2 years of experience in wastewater treatment, biogas plants, or process plant operations.
• Understanding of microbial activity involved in biogas production.

Terms of Service: The successful candidate will be engaged on a Permanent Contract.

Kilombero Sugar Company Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people with disability are highly encouraged to apply.

• Ensure stable, efficient, and safe performance of anaerobic digestion units and associated systems (e.g., feedstock handling, gas scrubbing, and flare systems).
• Prevent health, safety, and environmental risks by adhering to operating procedures, waste handling standards, and emergency protocols.
• Support energy recovery goals by maintaining high plant availability and consistent biogas production.
• Ensure plant operations comply with environmental regulations and internal performance standards for waste reduction, emissions, and energy recovery
• Act as a key frontline operator ensuring continuity of plant performance across shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Operate the bio methanation plant efficiently to maximize biogas yield and reduce wastage of organic feedstock.
• Track and minimize consumption of operational chemicals (e.g., pH adjusters, nutrient additives) without compromising process stability.
• Support the reduction of maintenance costs by promptly reporting abnormal equipment behaviour and assisting with preventive maintenance tasks.
• Ensure accurate daily logging of production volumes (biogas, digestate), energy output, and feedstock use for financial tracking.
• Maintain an organized and clean work environment to avoid fines or losses from safety or compliance breaches.
• Minimize water losses and leakage during operations through vigilant monitoring and timely corrective actions.
• Collaborate effectively with shift team members, maintenance personnel, laboratory technicians, and supervisors to ensure smooth and continuous plant operation.
• Report unsafe behaviours, hazards, or near-miss incidents promptly to help maintain a strong health and safety culture.
• Participate actively in safety drills, emergency response training, and continuous improvement meetings.
• Uphold organizational values by showing respect, accountability, and professionalism in all team interactions.

• Understanding of microbial activity involved in biogas production.

• Diploma/Certificate in waste management, biogas technology, Environmental health and safety or Equivalent.