Process Controller Gr 2 at Sasol

Purpose of Job

• To operate process equipment and systems at Komatipoort compressor station within the Sasol environment to achieve production requirements in a safe manner.

Key Accountabilities

• Operate processes at Komatipoort compressor station
• Start up and shutdown processes according to standard operating procedures (SOP)
• Operate plant and equipment under normal operating conditions as per SOP’s
• Communicate and assist team members in controlling the plant process
• Perform sampling for quality testing and fault finding purposes
• Perform inspections on equipment (valves, pumps, vessels, etc.)
• Examine equipment and complete safety checklists and procedures to maintain and improve plant stability
• Identify and correct abnormal conditions in the plant
• Commission and de-commission plant equipment and systems (New projects, plant modifications and pre/post maintenance work)
• Adhere to SHERQ standards
• Comply with legal requirements
• Loading and off-loading of hazardous and non-hazardous products/ chemicals
• Execute tasks safely and economically
• Report and respond to incidents, hazardous conditions and/or emergencies
• Identify and report deviations and all unsafe conditions to Foreman
• Loading and prioritization of SAP notifications
• Conduct fault finding and incident investigations
• Adhere to permit to work procedure
• Issue permits (if required) and perform safe making duties
• Conduct basic risk assessments
• Exchange information on process conditions at handover (completion of log sheets)
• Perform overtime and be on shift cover when required
• Complete training as per training matrix requirements
• Practice good housekeeping
• Take lead during emergency exercise / response onsite
• Assists with the review and development of SOP’s
• Conducts on the job coaching of learners and team members
• Work 12-hour shifts

Formal Education

• Grade 12 with Maths, Science and English / N3 certificate (must)
• NQF4 certificate in Chemical Operations (must)
• Valid Driver’s license – Min Code 08 (must)

Working Experience

• 3+ years relevant experience in a similar work environment
• PtW issuing competency
• Safety Standby and Gas monitor experience
• OSH Act experience
• Computer literacy
• Basic hand tools

Deadline:16th March,2026