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Purpose

• The Technical Safety Engineer will fulfil a lead Process Safety Engineer (PSE) role and will be expected to execute process safety activities for multiple projects across different geographies, both locally and abroad
• Provides technical expertise to evaluate risks and cost-effectively resolve process safety issues, including recommendations from various reviews such as PHAs, HAZOPs, safety audits, and incident investigations.
• Facilitation of various safety and risk reviews for internal and external clients.
• Come join us and make a positive contribution to a more Sustainable World! 

Requirements

• Facilitate Safety/Risk studies using an appropriate selection of methodologies and collate reports and findings – strong writing and oral skills is a MUST.
• Access quality cost-effective solutions during risk assessments to ensure optimum risk design within acceptable risk parameters.
• Analyse Major Hazard Installation (MHI) as per regulations and advise on compliance.
• Provide guidance and assurance on PSM aspects as well as Recognised and Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices (ISA, NFPA; ISO; BS etc.)
• Provide input into the design, development, and maintenance of process safety management systems.
• Facilitate incident investigations and assist in the compilation of incident reports.
• Deliver quality engineering deliverables to clients and other disciplines.
• Ensure project schedules and work plans are adhered to.
• Work closely with other disciplines and aspire to support and achieve the goals of the Client.
• Ensure engineering innovation, optimisation and strategies are implemented and enforced to the advantage of our partners 

Qualifications/Experience
Minimum Requirement:

• BSC Chemical Engineering degree – Similar engineering degree with a STRONG Process Safety background is also acceptable.
• Registered with ECSA – advantage.
• 7 to 10 years of Oil & Gas, Petrochemical and/or Energy Industry experience – at least 5 years in a senior position in process safety engineering/management.
• Strong background in Process Safety Management and the wider Health Safety and Environment (HSE) management – postgraduate qualification or proven experience will be an advantage.
• Formal HAZOP facilitation training through a reputable institution (eg. CAIA Risk Based Process Safety
• Management I and II OR IChemE HAZOP Leadership and Management).
• Experience in various process safety tools/methodologies including but not limited to: Layer of Protection
• Analysis (LOPA), Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA), Bowties etc.
• Consequence modelling experience – PHAST/In:Flux or similar.
• Likelihood assessment experience – Familiar with failure data, and event trees.
• Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA) experience.
• Fire and Gas Mapping experience – wish. 

Knowledge Requirements:

• Proficient in interpreting technical documents such as PFDs, P&IDs, Cause, and Effects charts, RAT lists etc., that is required for various process safety activities/studies.
• Technically proficient in all areas of Process Safety Management and relevant areas of loss prevention engineering.
• A good grounding in process safety and consequence analysis in a Major Hazard Installation (MHI) environment.
• Good knowledge of applicable local and international best practices, design codes, standards, and regulations.
• Strong knowledge of safety & protection systems applications and implementation (prevention and mitigation).
• Facilitator (e.g. HAZOP, HAZID, SIL, and LOPA).
• Fluent knowledge of English - Intermediate knowledge of the local language preferred. 

Personal attributes

• Excellent communication skills
• Team-player
• Ability to time management and prioritise tasks into different reporting structures (line vs project) 
• Quality and detail driven
• Self-starter and able to work independently.
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to work under pressure. 

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Purpose

• As a Cyber Security Specialist, you will work closely with the Senior Manager C&I Engineering Secunda and his team in all aspects of ensuring that engineering and service requirements are met across all sites so that customers identify Proconics as a trusted and critical partner to their business. The major responsibilities of this position are to deliver Industrial Information Technology discipline deliverables and ensure that the intent is being carried through the design, interface and maintenance activities.  

Requirements

• Provide technical input for IIT/network equipment / service deployment during the project execution
• Deliver quality IIT Engineering services to clients and other disciplines
• Accurate reporting and equipment management
• Interface with plant technical and operations personnel
• Translate IIT/network integration requirements across disciplines during the design phase
• Work closely with other disciplines and functions to support and achieve the goals of the company  

Qualifications/Experience

• To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

• B Eng/BSc Electronic / Computer degree
• 5-10 years’ experience (7-8 years for N3 / Instrumentation trade qualification) as IIT
• Engineer/Technician in the industry with proven track record in systems and network design,
• integration and support.
• Computer literacy with MS Office , MS Project, MS Visio and similar ERP system
• Basic knowledge of DCS/ESD ( Honeywell, Yokogawa, Emerson) & PLC (Siemens, Rockwell,
• Schneider ) systems
• Knowledge of safety & protection systems
• Knowledge of instrumentation loop design.
• Knowledge of HMI & SCADA systems
• Knowledge of fieldbus communication systems (Profibus, Modbus etc.)
• Knowledge of Industrial Ethernet and higher-level communication protocols like OPC

Knowledge of the following standards:

• NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)
• NIST SP 800-82
• ISA/IEC 62443  
• Experience / certification in one or more of the following fields will be an advantage
• Own transport with a valid driver’s license
• MCSE
• MCS
• OEM (Siemens, AVEVA, Schneider, Rockwell, OSIsoft, HONEYWELL PI etc.) product certification
• Cisco Certification (CCNP)
• CISSP
• CEH
• OSCP
• MS SSQL
• VMware
• McAfee
• Acronis
• SolarWinds  

Personal attributes

• Ability to work across disciplines, have excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with others.
• Must be able to develop fit for purpose solutions to partners in order to create long term relationships.
• Must take pride in and responsibility for own work
• Conceptual and analytical problem-solving skills
• A team player and ability to work comfortable with people from diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Strong written and communication skills
• Self- starter and able to work independently
• Ability to prioritize and time management
• Self –disciplined and motivated
• Quality and detail driven
• Assertive with strong internal focus of control
• Accurate and consistent reportin
• Must have a valid driving license and own transport  

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Purpose

• The Senior Fire Safety Engineer (Rational Design) will ensure that engineering and service requirements are met across all sites. This position will offer many opportunities to be part of the Just Energy Transition in
• South Africa across multiple Industries in Industrial Hazard Fire Protection. Come join us and make a positive contribution to a more Sustainable World! 

Requirements

• Ability to complete design fire cases based on:
• Fire Dynamics Simulator (or similar; CFAST; FDS; SMARTFIRE; KFX);
• SANS 10400 & SANS 1461 (BEVI; PERD etc) and other industry recognised guidelines (FM
• Global Data Sheets; GAP Guidelines); and
• Application of Recognised and Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practice (NFPA; ISO; BS
• etc.)
• Fire Water (FW) demand calculation, Hydraulic calculations, FW layout distribution & reticulation,
• FW UFD & P&ID’s, Heat radiation contours, monitoring/detection covering, requisitions, etc.
• Deliver quality engineering deliverables to clients and other disciplines.
• Ensure project schedules and work plans are adhered to.
• Translate fire safety and suppression systems intention across disciplines during the design lifecycle.
• System Interface Cause and Effect Matrices
• Evaluate vendor proposals for bid clarifications.
• Work closely with other disciplines and aspire to support and achieve the goals of the company.
• See to that engineering innovation, optimisation and strategies are implemented and enforced to the advantage of our partners.
• Interface with other engineering disciplines, clients, architects and the AHJ. 

Qualifications/Experience

• Registered as Pr.Eng or Pr.Tech with ECSA and/or
• Registered as Pr.Eng Fire Specialist - Rational Design with ECSA (or ability to register within one year)
• IFE Level 4 Diploma in Fire Science and Fire Safety (or equivalent)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Fire Engineer (Rational Design) in the Metal Refining, Base Chemical,
• Power Generation and/or Petrochemical Industry with a proven track record in basic engineering, design, commissioning, and operations support.
• Experience in Industrial Hazard and Special Risk Fire Protection
• Computer literacy with MS Office, MS Project, MS Excel and AutoCAD. Preferred experience includes
• Primera P6; Pyrosim, Pathfinder and Autos prink.
• Membership with recognised Fire Safety industry bodies will be advantageous. (Like SAQCC Designer
• ASIB, IFE)

Knowledge Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of fire suppression; detection systems and passive fire protection 
• Strong knowledge of fire safety engineering standards
• Good knowledge of applicable design codes, standards, and regulations used for rational designs.
• Strong knowledge of safety & protection systems applications and implementation
• Knowledge of Emergency Response and Incident planning submissions for AHJ approval
• Proven track record in brownfields replacement engineering and design projects for both fire detection
• and suppression systems.
• Good grounding in process safety and consequence analysis in an MHI environment 

Personal attributes

• Excellent communication skills
• Team-player
• Ability to time management and prioritize tasks into different reporting structures (line vs project)
• Quality and detail driven
• Self-starter and able to work independently
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to work under pressure 

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Purpose

• The primary purpose of this position is to design, develop, and implement policies and strategies related to marketing, stakeholder relations, and communications. This position ensures alignment with organizational goals and enhances the company's market presence and stakeholder engagement.  

Requirements

• Design and implement marketing strategies
• Align initiatives with corporate strategic goals
• Analyze market trends and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders
• Develop and communicate engagement strategies
• Lead stakeholder analysis and risk assessments
• Maintain and enhance brand reputation
• Oversee advertising and promotional activities
• Ensure brand consistency across all platforms
• Provide leadership and vision to the marketing team
• Foster a collaborative team environment
• Identify development opportunities for team members
• Establish metrics for marketing effectiveness
• Regularly review and report on performance against goals
• Implement improvements based on performance data
• Deep dives into commercial and technical proposals to understand risks and opportunities. Takes an active role in ensuring good decision-making and risk management on all projects.
• Ensures continuous improvement in the quality and value of the projects and services delivered by Proconics.
• Increase client’s willingness to pay for Proconics’ services. Reduces Proconics’ cost to service client needs.
• Brief EXCO on Team’s performance, strategies and tactics.
• Identify opportunities in the market, and where appropriate, present analysis/business cases to grab growth opportunities.
• Monitor critical risks and ensure implementation of mitigations.
• Support and improve the BB-BEE status through appropriate hiring, training and procurement.  

Qualifications/Experience

• Post Grad in Marketing, Business Administration or equivalent.
• Master’s degree in Marketing or a related field preferred.
• Professional certifications in marketing or communications are advantageous.
• Minimum 8- 10 years of experience in marketing and stakeholder relations, with at least 5 years in a
• management role.  

Personal attributes

• Strategic Marketing Planning
• Stakeholder Engagement and Relations
• Data Analysis and Market Research
• Corporate Communications
• Brand Management
• Leadership and Team Development
• Strategic Thinking and Innovation
• Effective Communication and Presentation
• Problem-Solving and Decision-Making
• Adaptability and Resilience  

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Purpose

• To oversee and provide centralized human resource services, including talent acquisition, retention, benefits, and HR transactions and ensures the efficiency of operations, technology, and processes, and establishes standards for employee inquiries and HR program administration.  

Requirements

• Ensure the smooth functioning of HR operations
• Optimize HR processes and transaction workflows
• Standardize procedures across subsidiaries.
• Develop and oversee talent acquisition strategies
• Implement retention programs to reduce turnover
• Analyze workforce data to inform recruitment strategies
• Ensure compliance with regulations and company policies
• Evaluate program effectiveness and make improvements
• Coordinate with HRIS and technology specialists
• Ensure integration and functionality of HR systems
• Analyze data to drive HR decisions
• Establish standards for handling employee inquiries and IR processes
• Support HR program managers in addressing employee needs 
• Foster a positive employee experience  

Qualifications/Experience

• Post Grad in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or equivalent.
• Master’s in Human Resources Management, Business Administration will be added advantage.
• Minimum 8-10 years’ experience in HR or similar role.
• Certificate in professional HR certification (e.g. SHRM-SCP, SPHR) will be added advantage.
• Registered with professional board e.g. SABPP/IPM  

Personal attributes

• Talent Acquisition and Retention Strategies
• HR Policy Development and Administratio
• HR Information Systems Management
• Benefits and Compensation Management
• Process Improvement and Efficiency Enhancement
• Leadership and Team Management
• Strategic Thinking and Planning
• Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills
• Adaptability and Continuous Improvement  

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Purpose

• To assist with project management duties by overseeing and performing administrative functions concerned with a project.  

Requirements

• Planning and updating of various tasks on multiple systems.
• Attend monthly progress meetings with the client and the team
• Keep minutes of meetings up to date
• Provide support to the IIT team
• Resource planning
• Auditing of documentation and deliverables to the client.
• Office administration. 

Qualifications/Experience

• Diploma in Administrative Management
• 2-3 years’ experience in project planning
• Experience in MS products and SharePoint administration
• Stock control
• Computer literacy
• Basic knowledge of server, workstation, networking, and software will be an advantage

Other Requirements

• Driving licence and own transport  
• Personal attributes
• Strong written and communication skills
• Team-player
• Strong analytical skills  
• Attention to detail  

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Purpose

• As an Industrial Information Technology Technician, you will work closely with the Senior Manager C&I Engineering Secunda and his team in all aspects of ensuring that engineering and service requirements are met across all sites so that customers identify Proconics as a trusted and critical partner to their business. The major responsibilities of this position are to deliver Industrial Information Technology discipline deliverables and ensure that the intent is being carried through the design, interface and maintenance activities.  

Requirements

• Provide technical input for IIT equipment / services deployment during the project execution.
• Deliver quality IIT Engineering services to clients and other disciplines
• Accurate reporting and equipment management
• Interface with plant technical and operations personnel
• Translate IIT integration requirements across disciplines during the design phase.
• Work closely with other disciplines and functions to support and achieve the goals of the company  

Qualifications/Experience
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

• B Eng/BSc Electronic / Computer degree or N3 Industrial electronics.
• 2-3 years’ experience (4-5 years for N3 / Instrumentation trade qualification) as IIT
• Engineer/Technician in the industry with proven track record in systems and network design, integration and support.
• Computer literacy with MS Office, MS Project, MS Visio and similar ERP system.
• Basic knowledge of DCS/ESD (Honeywell, Yokogawa, Emerson) & PLC (Siemens, Rockwell,
• Schneider) systems and Adroit technologies.
• Knowledge of safety & protection systems.
• Knowledge of instrumentation loop design.
• Knowledge of HMI & SCADA systems.
• Knowledge of fieldbus communication systems (Profibus, Modbus etc.)
• Knowledge of Industrial Ethernet and higher-level communication protocols like OPC.
• Basic knowledge of server, workstation, networking, and software in industrial applications  
• Experience / certification in one or more of the following fields will be an advantage
• Own transport with a valid driver’s license
• MCSE
• MCSP
• OEM (Siemens, AVEVA, Schneider, Rockwell, OSIsoft, HONEYWELL PI etc.) product certification  
• Cisco Certification (e.g. – CCNA, CCNP)
• SolarWinds.  

Personal attributes

• Ability to work across disciplines, have excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with others.
• Must be able to develop fit for purpose solutions to partners in order to create long term relationships.
• Must take pride in and responsibility for own work
• Conceptual and analytical problem-solving skills
• A team player and ability to work comfortable with people from diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Strong written and communication skills
• Self- starter and able to work independently
• Ability to prioritize and time management
• Self –disciplined and motivated
• Quality and detail driven
• Assertive with strong internal focus of control
• Accurate and consistent reporting
• Must have a valid driving license and own transport