Welding Specialist (109121) at Sasol

ABOUT THE ROLE / PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Secunda Synfuels Operations (SSO) operates the world’s largest coal-to-liquids (CTL) facility and produces synthesis gas (syngas) through coal gasification and natural gas reforming, using Sasol’s unique and proprietary Fischer-Tropsch technology to manufacture synthetic fuel components, pipeline gas and chemical feedstock.

The Welding Specialist Welding Services is accountable for:

•  The safety of Welding services personnel as per OHS act. 85 of 1993.
• “Manufacturer” according to Pressurized equipment regulation (PER) and in accordance with the requirements as per ASME VIII Appendix 10.
• “Modifier/Repairer” according to Pressurized equipment regulation (PER) and in accordance with the requirements as per ASME VIII Appendix 10.
• The process flow of special processes as described in ISO 3834-2 (Welding and Post weld heat treatment).
• The design, manufacturing and testing as per SANS347.
• The issuing of the Certificate of Construction (COC) to the GMR 2.1.
• The Welding services budget.
• Managing of service provider within the pipeshop environment in terms of safety, schedule and budget.
• Manage stakeholder relations with the client being a Sasol colleague to ensure best solution for plant stability and support.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• In line with Sasol’s commitment to Employment Equity, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. We actively encourage and welcome persons with disabilities to apply.
• In addition to a pre-employment medical examination, some positions may require a physical fitness assessment as part of the normal pre-employment selection criteria.
• Driver’s license.

Qualifications / Experience

• Qualifications and expertise required (Must)
• Welding related trade with 5 years experience as Welding Specialist / Foreman.
• Welding related trade with 2 years experience as Artisan.
• National Senior Certificate with English, Math’s & Physical Science SG/HG or N3 equivalent to Grade 12
• SAIW Level 2 Inspection or SAIW Level 2 supervisors
• ASME codes (Wish)
• National Senior Certificate with English, Math’s & Physical Science SG/HG or N3 equivalent to Grade 12
• In total a minimum of 24 months as a Welding Specialist / Quality Specialist 

KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

Self-mastery

• Continuously develop self
• Ambassador for living the Sasol Values

Partnership Leadership

• Ability to collaborate and influence stakeholders. 
• Establish and build relationships and partnerships for win-win outcomes.
• Build and establish core capabilities through partners and peers.

People leadership

• Authentically and inclusively engages all stakeholders in developing business relevant solutions. 
• A talent magnet. Proven ability to identify talent and further invest in talent.

Business Leadership

• Demonstrates business acumen.
• A global mindset and exercises sound judgment.
• Achieves results through others and holds them accountable.
• Outside-in approach when developing learning solutions.

Functional Competencies

• Shapes business strategy – Proficient
• Drives accountability and high performance - Expert
• Business acumen - Advanced
• Fosters teamwork and collaboration - Expert
• Role models customer focus – Proficient
• Leverages diversity and inclusion - Advanced
• Nurtures and coaches - Advanced
• Builds partnerships - Advanced
• Develop self - Advanced