Process Controller Gr 2 (Platformer Alkylation Unit) at Sasol

Purpose of Job
A Process Controller Gr 2 operates process equipment and systems for a specific plant/unit within the Sasol environment to achieve production requirements safely.

Recruitment Description / Key Accountabilities

• Perform effective shift handover. Performing gas tests for vessel entries and Hot work Mixing process chemicals.
• Handling of process chemicals Compilation of shift log Conduct safety Operation Control Systems (OCS) inspections, e.g., OSH, ISO 14001, 18000, 9001.
• Participate in incident/accident prevention Report all deviations Clean plant/ensure the plant is cleaned and house keeping up to standard Monitor and report on an emergency preparedness exercised
• Perform tasks on equipment as per signed-off Career Guide complete permit training Perform level 2 standby
• Participate in potential deviation analysis (PDA, root cause analysis) (RCA and risk assessments) Identify and report defects
• Identify and report risks behaviours
• Take corrective action on lab results
• Conduct product/grade changes Apply SOPs (Standard Operating Procedure) during normal operation, shut down and start up
• Follow modified plant procedures after implementation Apply PSM standards (Process Safety Management)
• Participate in start-up and shutdown Adhere to permit to work procedure Adherence to SHERQ standards (ISO, ASHAS and implemented) SHERQ processes Actively involved in behaviour-based safety program on shift Support the alignment of work (e.g., maintenance, Technical department
• Participate in the resolution of performance problems Utilize resources e.g., raw materials, people that are available on-site
• Support diversity in the workplace
• Coaching and technical training of fellow workers
• Accountable for own competence on plant
• Manage own performance
• Get results through empowering others to act Live company values and ensures compliance of team to the values
• Contribute to team motivation and wellness
• Understand customer requirements and ensures product/services meets customer requirements Effective networking and liaison with P&SM, technical, engineering and financial departments Identifies and supports interdependencies (synergies with own and other departments)
• Ensure the transition of work from own shift to next shift
• Support drive for overall equipment effectiveness (OEE of the plant)
• Apply new ideas/work methods to improve results
• Provide information/assist with projects with technical / support functions
• Assist with implementation of organisational change initiatives within own team.

Formal Education

• Full N3 with Maths & Science & Business English or Grade 12 with Math, Science & English.
• NQF Level 2 Certificate Minimum.

Min Experience

• 2 years+ experience in a Chemical/Petrochemical Processing Environment) (Must) 
• Competent in working on a within a Platformer Alkylation Unit plant / oil refinery plant.
• Must be able to work at heights.
• Must be able to enter/work in confined spaces