Current Jobs at Sasol

Purpose of Job

• To ensure continuous plant availability through effective maintenance of HVAC equipment.
• Secunda Operations (SO) 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.

Key Accountabilities

• Safety and good housekeeping
• Maintenance of all HVAC and related equipment
• Washing of filters, HVAC units and cleaning cooling towers
• Sanding and painting of HVAC units and equipment
• Cleaning of storerooms, plant rooms and HVAC yards
• Carrying of tools and equipment (maximum allowable limit kg)
• Using mobile Wap HP Machine on trailer

Formal Education

• National Senior Certificate or N3
• Able to communicate and correspond in English
• Valid driver’s license is compulsory (Code EB / EC1 - advantage)

Working Experience

• 1+ relevant years of experience
• Experience in an Electrical or HVAC environment
• Hand and power tools

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Purpose of Job

• Identifies learning needs, applies methodologies, develops learning material and facilitates the training and assessments of the workforce/learners according to the legal requirements within business unit of responsibility and in alignment with the global learning strategy, frameworks, policies and guidelines.

Key Accountabilities

• Identifies required learning interventions and learning outcomes through assessing current versus required knowledge and skills and proposing gap closing interventions.
• Assess the skills development required or learning gaps by conducting research into the identified competency or skill gap area.
• Assess the target population profile for learning requirements as well as learning intervention in order to determine whether the intervention needs to be developed.
• Designs develops and/or selects learning methodologies of specific modules in line with relevant learning legislation and business requirements.
• Facilitates the process in delivering learning interventions through a variety of learning methodologies.
• Orientate a learner into the application of their skills within a workplace context.
• Guide learners towards competent application of their skills within a workplace context through e.g. application projects/assignments.
• Ensures assessment process is conducted according to the set unit standard requirements.
• Conducts assessments within area of expertise using methods, activities and processes specified by appropriate legislative framework.
• Oversees and evaluates the assessment process against unit standards and/or qualifications in line with the criteria for the Regulations of Assessors.
• Designs appropriate evaluation methods, analyse performance data and propose corrective actions in place to address the gaps.
• Conducts evaluation of learning that has taken place in terms of measurable improvement in job performance and knowledge transfer.
• Ensures adherence to and implementation of the Sasol learning guidelines, frameworks e.g. policies, processes and legislation.
• Sources information and implements strategies to assist and support learners to effectively manage their learning experience within an individual development plan.
• Support the line managers to evaluate competence and identify gaps by using the standard competency and proficiency criteria as a guide.
• Identify critical gaps and related interventions to close gaps.
• Develop structured fit for purpose learning plans aligned to 70:20:10 principles together with the employee, subject matter expert and/or line manager.
• Assist specific area/s in developing gap-closing strategies and assessing competence.
• Assess learners with special needs.
• Adapt learning programmes for individuals with learning disabilities.
• Facilitate formal and on-the-job learning.
• Guide learners towards competent application of their skills within a workplace context through e.g. application projects/assignments.
• Assist and support learners to manage their learning experiences by sourcing and maintaining information to assist and support them.
• Monitor progress against agreed learning plans.
• Ensures review are done and reports submitted on learning activities.
• Develops and monitors learning metrics/dashboard.
• Investigate deviations from learning plans and agrees on remedial action plans.
• Develop, revise and update learning material as needed.
• Confirm successful completion of learning interventions and perform workplace assessment.
• Acts as moderator/assessor where required.

Formal Education

• Grade 12
• NQF level 4 – Chemical
• Occupational Trade Certificate (Assessor Qualification) must
• National certificate in Occupationally direct Education Training and development practitioner ODETDP (wish)

Working Experience

• Experience: 4+ relevant years

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Purpose of Job

• To support with the maintenance of mechanical / electro-mechanical / electro-mechanical systems and equipment.
• To operate mechanical / electro-mechanical devices and systems, and accurately and efficiently collect field data to ensure optimum productivity.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist, support and accompany artisans to ensure safe executions of the tasks.
• Ensure that housekeeping is always adhered to.
• Ensure that tools are correctly packed and always kept in safe and well controlled area.
• Ensure safe and correct use of hand tools and other workshop equipment.
• Prepare and arrange tools required to execute different task as instructed by artisan.
• Assist with installation and removal of machine components.
• Identify and ensure correct oil or lubricant for services.
• Drive and deliver samples as and when required.

Formal Education

• High School / School Diploma or similar
• Occupational Trade Qualification/Certificate

Working Experience

• Experience: 1 - 2+ relevant years

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Purpose of Job

• A Maintenance Assistant supports the Maintenance team by providing effective equipment maintenance assistance and reliability while adhering to procedures/codes, to increase stability and maintain sustainability of equipment.

Key Accountabilities

• Conduct routine inspections of rotating equipment, including monitoring oil temperature and vibration levels.
• Support maintenance activities, including lubrication, filter changes, and basic servicing of pumps, compressors, and turbines
• Assist with housekeeping and general maintenance tasks within the plant or workshop as required. 
• Ensure that inspection and maintenance records are accurately documented and maintained. 
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work environment.  
• Safety procedures, works instruction, emergency preparedness
• Hand tools (Drill, screwdriver, grinder, paint brush, portable tools)
• Use trade related hand tools safely
• Clean up site
• Use 2-way radios as a form of communication when performing rigging tasks

Formal Education

• High School / School Diploma or similar
• Occupational Trade Qualification/Certificate

Work Experience

• Basic technical knowledge of rotating equipment inspection (e.g., oil temperature, vibration analysis).  
• Familiarity with pumps, compressors, and turbines is required.  
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.  
• Ability to work in a team and follow instructions effectively.  
• Prior experience in maintenance or a related field is a plus but not mandatory.  
• 0 - 2 years experience

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Purpose of Job

• Provide a day-to-day secretarial/administration function to the Technical & Engineering senior management team and also assumes responsibility for general departmental operations. To play a vital part in the administration and smooth running of the team. To provide high level support services that impact the effectiveness of the Technical & Engineering senior management team and their functional areas.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage day-to-day operational and administrative duties to provide support to the team.
• Arrange meetings, prepare agendas and keep complete and accurate minutes.
• Facilitate the workflow of managers by managing their diaries.
• Assist with the compilation and preparation of submissions.
• Issue approved discussion and management reports on same day or day after approval including updating thereof in the reporting module.
• Ensure all documentation distributed have a professional appearance, are free of review notes, mark-ups, spelling errors and comply with all format and branding requirements.
• Assist colleagues with correct distribution by keeping the distribution list up to date with changes.
• Serve as a departmental resource for word processing, power point and spreadsheet application.
• Produce departmental correspondence and documents and maintain presentations, records, spreadsheets and databases.
• Manage the departmental travel and accommodation (local and abroad).
• Arrange both in-house and external events such as conferences and meetings.
• Log IT and operational problems and requests on behalf of the team and ensure that they are resolved.
• Answer telephone to take messages and respond to inquiries within assigned scope of responsibility.
• Develop and carry out an efficient documentation and filing system to maintain accurate storage and distribution of departmental records and files.
• Complete forms in accordance with company procedures.
• Monitor inventory of office supplies and the purchasing of new material with attention to budgetary constraints.
• Maintain schedule and arrangements for activities such as purchase, receipt, dispatch, and delivery of goods and services.
• Load Purchase Requisitions (PRs) and invoices and follow-up on payments.  Processing of Purchase Orders (POs) and Service Entries (SEs) in SAP.

Formal Education

• National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) with 3 years relevant experience (6 years relevant experience, strong wish)

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• B.Tech or 3-4 years relevant Degree with at least 1 year experience

Working Experience

• Experience: 3+ relevant years

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Purpose of Job

• To support Sasol’s global sustainability drive. Sustainable value creation is critical to business of the future, therefore, as part of the overall sustainability strategy, we are looking for a specialist to join the Sustainability team within Strategy and Sustainability. The role is expected to leverage opportunities across the business to ensure a holistic market mechanism strategy is delivered for the company, to lead the development and implementation of Sasol's sustainable development strategic agenda and to provide strategic leadership with deep expertise in sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) issues to drive the integration of key sustainability drivers into the Group Strategy and other essential functions.
• Credible market mechanisms, with high environmental integrity, are expected to play a material role in the delivery of Sasol’s sustainability drive and to potentially serve external customers seeking to product bundle or reduce the carbon intensity of products we sell. Market mechanisms can therefore deliver value to Sasol in multiple areas: through cost-effective contribution to achieving our GHG reduction ambitions, development of carbon neutral energy product customer value propositions to sell to existing and new customers, opportunity to develop a material new business area.

Key Accountabilities

• Further develop Sasol’s Sustainable Business Mechanisms strategy for maximizing sustainable value creation, as related to (a) current and future Market Mechanisms (carbon offsets, RECs, SAF certificates, emerging Environmental Attribute Certificates (EACs)), and (b) Sustainability Certification (for feedstocks and products for the voluntary and regulated markets).
• Develop and execute Sasol’s Market Mechanisms strategy, in collaboration with Business Building and Finance, including (a) the procurement of, and management of registries for, carbon credits, RECs, SAF certificates and related EACs, and (b) the development of projects to deliver credible, scalable and competitive Market Mechanism EACs and or investment opportunities aligned with Sasol’s climate management strategy, emission reduction roadmaps, compliance requirements and business building ambitions
• Execute Sasol’s Sustainability Certification strategy, in collaboration with Business Building and Secunda and Sasolburg and Ekandustria Operations, including (a) the development and orchestration of turnkey sustainability certification solutions for feedstocks and products for the voluntary and regulated markets that support Sasol’s asset transformation, business building ambitions and meet customer and market requirements, and (b) Provide technical, policy and sustainability-related inputs to dedicated project teams to inform the technical design, process, product and market requirements for sustainable feedstocks and products
• Track and monitor policy developments, develop implications and business responses for emerging best practices in the Market Mechanisms and Sustainability Certification arenas, including Article 6 under the Paris Agreement, VCM, EU RED, US IRA, CORSIA, RE100, GHG protocol (inclusive of scope 2 reporting requirements), SBTi, carbon pricing schemes etc.
• Lead cross functional teams to ensure Market Mechanism, Sustainability Certification and ESG strategies are synergistic with Sasol’s business building, operational, technology, social investment, shared value and enterprise supplier development strategies. Develop strategic global partnerships with Market Mechanism, Sustainability Certification and ESG entities to support implementation of the Market Mechanism, Sustainability Certification and ESG strategies
• Represent Sasol on Market Mechanism and Sustainability Certification specific forums and shape the development of corresponding policies and best practices to ensure alignment with Sasol’s current and future business and strategic requirements and to influence dialogue and policy development on ESG issues
• Develop and maintain a Sustainability Accounting Framework to ensure that Market Mechanisms and certified feedstocks and or products can be credibly utilised within Sasol and counted against Sasol’s GHG inventories
• Develop and implement, in collaboration with R&T, marketing & sales, international chemicals, the product carbon footprint (PCF) management system, inclusive of technical updates, database management and PCF mitigation
• Develop and drive the sustainable development strategic agenda, ensuring alignment with Sasol’s long-term goals and operational practices. Develop and implement processes to embed sustainability practices into daily operations across all departments and business units and provide tools, resources, and training to employees to foster a culture of sustainability within Sasol and manage ESG change management initiatives
• Direct the integration of key strategic ESG drivers into the Group Strategy and other necessary functions, lead the business's future-proofing efforts, ensuring readiness and adaptability to emerging sustainability trends and challenges.
• Provide thought leadership, expert guidance and where relevant develop and implement integrated programs to establish positions and key metrics on critical ESG issues, including cross-media impacts, circularity, plastics sustainability and supply chain.
• Translate ESG trends, policy shifts, legal cases and precedents into actionable insights, making them accessible and relevant to Sasol's strategic priorities, prioritise SDGs for Sasol and develop and implement linked SDG KPIs and targets.
• Advise the organisation on external communication to consumers, customers, media and NGOs linked to their Market Mechanisms (the use of carbon credits, RECs and related EACs) and Sustainability Certification and support the development of content for sustainability reporting and external messaging, ensuring transparency and alignment with global standards.

Relationship and Teamwork

Relevant OMEs, functions and ROHs

• Partnership Leadership- Government and stakeholder engagements where required
• Trade association participation and participation, where relevant

Formal Education

• Relevant 3-4 year University Degree
• Masters would be an added advantage

Working Experience

• 12+ years relevant experience

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Purpose of Job

• Support and drive system enhancements and improvements on OneStream
• Design, build, test and deploy solutions in OneStream
• Share best practices within OneStream to optimise existing and new solutions 
• Function effectively within the Sasol data architecture 

Key Accountabilities

• Support and drive system enhancements and improvements on OneStream.
• Accept accountability of solutions from design to deployment - design, build, test and deploy solutions in OneStream.
• Share best practices within OneStream to optimise existing and new solutions. 
• Provide sound advice and thought leadership when applying improvements to business processes. and systems.
• Function effectively within the Sasol data architecture – understand the data lineage from. SAP to the data lake and OneStream. 
• Actively drive solutions in agile fashion. 
• Design and update relevant business policies and procedures to ensure an optimal solution is delivered. 
• Effective integration and communication with key stakeholders.
• Apply sound governance across solutions developed – ensure that all relevant ITGCs and Sox controls are adhered to. 
• Confirm and sign-off configured system before going live, including testing results and data migration. 
• Manage resolution of issues log. 
• Establish strong working relationships with the relevant functions (e.g. IM) to ensure quality, integration and standards are maintained. 
• Liaise and coordinate with internal and external audit throughout the various project life cycles.
• Facilitate training and knowledge transfer on efficient use of solutions developed.

Formal Education

• University Bachelor's Degree (Finance degree will be preferred) 

Working Experience

• 9+ years relevant experience
• Strong systems and business process background
• Strong understanding of data structures and business processes
• Strong understanding of development frameworks (e.g. .Net8)
• Working experience of development in OneStream will be preferred
• SAP background will be an advantage

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Purpose of Job

• To support and enable the development and implementation of robust data and reporting solutions to enable accurate, complete, and timely reporting of Sustainability metrics aligned with Sasol’s integrated Sustainability Development reporting framework.

Key Accountabilities

• To develop a strong understanding of the Sustainability reporting landscape, follow reporting trends, regulations and frameworks, such as SASB, GRI, TCFDE, CSRD, etc.
• Advance corporate responsibility through accurate and impactful reporting.
• Support initiatives focused on Sasol’s sustainability compliance with specific focus on Non-financial data.
• Engage with stakeholders at various levels to drive Sasol’s Sustainability reporting agenda with specific focus on Non-financial data.
• Support, collaborate and enable the implementation of solutions related to new sustainability reporting requirements.
• Contribute to the development, revision and update of relevant policies to support Sasol’s reporting of Non-financial data.
• Formalise governance processes, controls and procedures that will be used to manage and oversee Sasol’s sustainability-related risks and opportunities.
• Identify and enable reporting of relevant suite of KPIs that will indicate performance in relation to Sasol’s sustainability-related risks and opportunities.
• Enable immediate system needs and future needs to support sustainability-related disclosures, while overseeing and supporting the process to implement fit-for-purpose data management tools to enable Non-financial data reporting across Sasol.
• Support risk management process to ensure adequate management of sustainability-related risks and opportunities.
• Preparation of relevant reports in alignment to the Group Executive Committee, Board and respective Sub-Committee workplans.
• Translating Non-financial data into narratives that drive organisational transparency and stakeholder engagement.
• Provide relevant Non-financial Data input to Sasol’s Integrated report.
• Represent the company at relevant industry bodies.
• Provide steer and guidance to the Sustainability Data Analyst to enable Sasol’s Sustainability Data Reporting requirements across the group.

Formal Education

• University Bachelors Degree

Working Experience

• 9 relevant years

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Purpose of Job

• To ensure that SHE performance is measured, reviewed and reported to assess achievements against SHE objectives and targets.
• To ensure effective SHE audit scheduling, service provider notification and auditor logistics administration.
• To coordinate service provider contract administration (including contract review schedules), monitor invoicing, SLA and payment administration and report thereon.

Key Accountabilities

• Establish business SHE change management and communication plans, with input from change management specialists, to ensure effective implementation of SHE related changes.
• Provide inputs into the Governance, SHE Risk and Assurance strategy. Interpret strategy, formulate plan and manage the execution thereof.
• Identify, initiate and drive SHE change management initiatives across the organisation.
• Design and initiate communications solutions and projects in support of the SHE strategy.
• Collate and prepare SHE communication material ensure that accurate and current business specific information are used.
• Maintain mechanisms and communication platforms for frequent and clear two way communication to ensure that all SHE stakeholders are informed and engaged.
• Enable the engagement with external stakeholders, e.g. government departments on SHE legal compliance matters and enquiries.
• Provide effective communication to relevant stakeholders to ensure understanding and alignment to achieve zero harm and sustainability.
• Prepare information for internal SHE communication which includes incident communication/reports, learnings from incidents, reviews and audits, induction, training, SHE alerts, safety moments and regular SHE meetings.
• Coordinate the process for communication of changes to SHE documents.
• Provide SHE content for communication with external communities and authorities by collating accurate and current business specific SHE communication material and keeping records of formal stakeholder consultation, participation and communication.
• Define and determine risk based SHE knowledge, skills and competency levels and learning needs for relevant stakeholders.
• Coordinate the management of SHE competencies through the relevant Sasol talent management and Global Learning processes.
• Analyse information and update learning material based on revised SHE risks and controls, as well as learnings from incidents.
• Integrate and incorporate relevant risk control measures into standard operating procedures and training material.
• Analyse and report on business SHE performance and learnings to ensure that effective continuous improvement actions are established and implemented.
• Testing the appropriateness of existing communication channels for the solutions envisaged and developing alternate ones where alignment with targeted audiences and resources is required.
• Analyse Group SHE top risk and business specific risks and facilitate the development of Tier business specific procedures or standard operating procedures to ensure safe, responsible and productive execution of activities during the life cycle of our operations.
• Provide effective communication to relevant stakeholders to ensure understanding and alignment to achieve zero harm and sustainability.
• Enable and sustain high performance and seek opportunities for personal growth monitored through a structured performance contract and development plan.
• Participate in SHE committees and forums and provide input for communication initiatives in collaboration with Corporate SHE, Operations and SBU's.
• Engage with external stakeholders on behalf of a the business in collaboration with PR&A when required and in terms of corporate governance principles.
• IsoMetrix knowledge and skill

Formal Education

• National Senior Certificate
• Diploma/ Degree in Safety Management or equivalent

Working Experience

• Experience: 6+ relevant years

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Purpose of Job

• To supervise all aspects of shift/plant operations to ensure performance targets are achieved in compliance with safety policies.
• To supervise housekeeping of work area and identify workplace hazards and risks to ensure that mining operations are done in a correct and safe manner.

Key Accountabilities

• Ensure that work standards are met according to quantity and due dates.
• Ensure that work standards are met according to quality standards & compliance
• Shift inspections, Daily inspections on equipment.
• Awareness, focus and control of cost / budget.
• POLC (planning, organizing, lead and Control.).
• Optimizes and control resources effectively.
• General housekeeping and cleaning. (keys ; General site work)
• Rod handling.
• Cement and betonies mixing.
• Spares order for site.
• Assist driller in control room.
• Writing shift report.
• Assist the driller plotting and updating the driller and geology map.
• Operating the machine by tripping in and out of the hole
• Must be able to take over responsibility from the driller from time to time.
• Serve as the Snr Drilling Assistant.
• Must be able to make his own decisions.
• Specific Kips as agreed to in the business unit.
• Support the drilling superintendent in his duties and take over from him time to time.
• Site establishment and rehabilitation.
• Inspection service provider rigs.
• Writing month end report.
• Manage others.
• Achieve safety and risk objectives.
• As per legal and SHE requirements (QCDSM and specific Kips agreed upon in the business unit.).
• Understand the company vision and values.
• Improve own skills and knowledge.
• Agree and review personal performance goals and the achievement thereof.
• Plan, organize, control and report own work.
• Ensure work is completed as planned.
• Policies, practices, standards, procedures and methods: application and compliance.
• Review compliance and follow up against the standards and objectives.
• Problem solving and decision making.
• Resolve work obstacles and issues positively and quickly.
• Build customer relationships in order to understand their needs.
• Project a positive image of the department.
• Internal customer feedback.
• Understands the mines need and application of product of customer.
• Understand mine requirements and ensure product/services meets mine requirements.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with managers and peers.
• Effective working relationship with manager, peers, team members.
• Effective networking and liaison with technical, engineering and financial departments.
• Team and colleague communication.
• Demonstrate effective listening and communication skills when dealing with colleagues.
• Ensure transition of work own shift to next shift.
• Feedback from other shifts.
• Improve present way of doing work by continuously asking questions.
• Share and implement new ideas regarding work.

Formal Education

• BTech University Bachelors Degree (South Africa)
• Higher/Advanced Diploma (South Africa)

Formal Education

• Occupational Electro Mechanic Trade Certificate

Working Experience

• Experience: 2+ relevant years

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Purpose of Job

• To operate and maintain auto-electrical equipment and machines and carry out routine tasks following strict, detailed instructions to meet performance targets.

Key Accountabilities

• Proven competence in pre-identified areas per discipline of the plant/mine/equipment/systems.
• Understand and use the plant maintenance documentation system.
• Understand planning work management system.
• Relevant plant/mine specific/basic process knowledge.
• Compliance of Safety Management Systems e.g. IMS, MBO, etc.
• Able to apply emergency procedures.
• Read, interpret, and implement task risk assessment.
• Hazard identification/task risk assessments.
• Participates in daily morning meetings to discuss work assignments.
• Support the goals and vision of the business by meeting deadlines.
• Provides adequate feedback to supervisor on work progress.
• Participates in root cause analyses, and provides feedback to RCA teams.
• Participates in risk assessments according to legislation and company requirements to improve safety.
• Maintains good housekeeping and adheres to waste disposal procedures.
• Share knowledge with junior artisans in known environment/context.
• Participates in quarterly performance appraisal with group leader to improve personal development.
• Identifies personal training and development needs, and incorporates into PDP with group leader's approval.
• Lead by example (walks the talk).
• Assists with the development of works instructions to develop a higher level of staff competency.
• Take the lead in team efforts/tasks.
• Able to act as group leader (if appropriate to career path).
• Contribute to overall maintenance strategy and direction.
• Mentor learners/artisans informally.
• Conducts My IMS (physical inspections to maintain and improve plant sustainability).
• Work effectively in a team.
• Attends and interacts in PDAs and RCAs to improve plant safety and stability.
• Provides adequate feedback to group leader or planning officer on work progress.
• Ensures the correct history feedback is captured to improve renewals/ upgrades and critical spares are replaced.
• Gives input at toolbox talks to improve plant safety.

Formal Education

• National Senior Certificate /  N3 Certificate with Mathematics, Physical Science & English
• Occupational Auto Electrician Trade Certificate

License

• A valid driver license

Working Experience

• Experience: 4+ relevant years

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Purpose of Job

• To coordinate and direct maintenance and repair services for a specific process within a production line, through control panel management and more complex troubleshooting.

Key Accountabilities

• Provides adequate feedback to supervisor on work progress.
• Participates in risk assessments according to legislation and company requirements to improve safety.
• Maintains good housekeeping and adheres to waste disposal procedures.
• Work Independently.
• Understand and know the business, drives and KPIs.
• Apply and maintain safety in a working environment.
• Participates in shift handover meetings.
• Identifies personal training and development needs, and incorporates into PDP with group leader's approval.
• Conduct on the job coaching of learners SME.
• Presentation on specific plant equipment .
• Conducts IMS inspections to maintain and improve plant sustainability.
• Work effectively in a team.
• Play an appropriate main role during emergency situations to get the plant back on line.
• Give and receive feedback to other disciplines (partners on daily issues).
• Gives input at toolbox talks to improve plant safety.

Formal Education

• Matric/N3 with Maths, English & Physical Science
• CHIETA NQF Level 2 or CPO Competency certificate

Working Experience

• Experience: 2+ relevant years

Licenses

• Drivers License