Job Vacancies at Sappi

We are hiring!

• At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.
• We’re on the lookout for a Process Operator Dry End to operate the Newsprint Dry End section safely and efficiently to ensure optimum production output and quality at the best cost with minimum downtime.

As a Process Operator Dry End, you will be responsible for:

• Operate Dry End Equipment: Operate and monitor the dryer section, calendar stack, Pope reel, repulpers, auxiliary equipment, console and control panels to ensure efficient and stable production.
• Monitor Paper Quality: Inspect paper for defects, including dirt, creases, ridges, rope marks, blotches, formation issues and wet streaks. Check reel density, hardness and caliper, and report deviations to the relevant personnel.
• Perform Start-ups and Reel Turn-ups: Feed the paper tail from the first dryer section to the Pope reel, perform reel turn-ups and remove paper jam-ups during breaks in accordance with Best Operating Practices (BOP).
• Maintain Dryer Screens and Rope Systems: Inspect dryer screens, ropes and separators; ensure correct screen tension and guiding, and maintain rope tension, condition and cleanliness to support reliable machine operation.
• Control Operating Parameters and Production Changes: Monitor and control Dry End draws, coordinate basis weight, trim and speed changes with the Process Controller and Winder Operator, and maintain paper caliper according to grade requirements.
• Maintain Production and Quality Standards: Produce paper in accordance with MPS requirements for jumbo sizes, deckle and quality specifications. Maintain optimum broke feeding and minimise heel slabs in line with BOP.
• Conduct Equipment Inspections and Maintenance Tasks: Perform shift inspections, check and correct PV fans and air make-up units, assist with felt and wire changes, fit dryer screens during shutdowns, complete assigned shutdown tasks and safely operate overhead cranes.
• Ensure Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality Compliance: Comply with all applicable HSEQ procedures and BOP, maintain safe working conditions, keep hood doors closed, and promptly report accidents, injuries, unsafe conditions, fire hazards, equipment defects and quality or environmental deviations to the Process Controller or Shift Superintendent.

What are we looking for?

• Matric (Grade 12) with Maths & Physical Science/ N3 Pulp and Paper.
• One (1) to three (3) years’ relevant machine operating experience.

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence.
• Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi.
• Opportunities to travel.
• Market leading leave benefits.
• Employee wellbeing benefits

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• Sappi Southern Africa requires an Engineer -in- Training for a two year comprehensive training programme that contributes the knowledge and practical requirements to become a proficient chemical process engineer in the mill.

The Main Responsibilities of the role would be:

Job rotations and practical work as per ECSA standards:

• Conduct research on processes to produce substances and items such as pulp and paper and other chemical products.
• Specify chemical production methods, equipment, materials and quality standards and ensur e that they conform to specifications and accepted industry practices and standards .
• Establish control standards and procedures to ensure safety of production operations and safety of workers operating equipment or working in close proximity to ongoing chemical reacti ons or processes.
• Perform tests throughout stages of production to determine degree of control over process variables including composition, temperature, density, specific gravity and pressure.
• Develop operating procedures to be employed during design and operating phases including start - up, shutdown and emergency
• Perform laboratory studies of steps in manufacture of new products and testing proposed processes in small scale operations such as a pilot plant .
• Optimise processes for improvement of prescribe d performance indices such as profitability, sustainability, energy, envi ronmental and carbon efficiency.
• Participate in and lead risk assessment studies (such as hazard and operability studies) during the design or operations phase.
• Evaluate environmental a nd legal considerations of process changes.

Design activities:

• Design chemica l plant and equipment and devise p rocesses for manufacturing chemicals and other products while meeting targeted efficiencies
• Rotate through the mill and provide operational support to engineers in each section :
• Participate in plant forums, multi - disciplinary team meetings and engineering meetings to learn how the plant operates and to contribute professional advice .
• Investigate failure or underperformance of processes in the plant and recommend solutions to avoid recurrence.
• Assess existing plant design against process design specifications, health and safety requirements, process efficiency standards, environmental requirements , ergonomic considerations, life cycle costs and alternative solutions.
• Assist during plant shuts and machine start - ups.
• Assist engineers with process design project management activities including project scoping, pre - feasibility, business case development ( capital expense, operating cost and total cost of ownership ), resourcing, scheduling, and implementation.
• Assist engineers with trial runs or pilot plant implementation by monitoring the results of new processes and providing feedback on the results.
• Engage with external consultants assigned to projects to understand their role in the projects. Review proposals and provide recommendations on whether to proceed.
• Attend training or industry events to keep abreast of new developments in the pulp and paper industry

We require someone with:

• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering
• Computer literacy
• No prior work experience is required

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We are hiring!

• We’re on the lookout for an experienced Cost Analyst to effectively contribute in maintaining an accurate production costing function within the Mill and provide sound decision-making by gathering, compiling and communicating costing information at the right time in the correct format.

As a Cost Analyst, you will be responsible for:

• Internal orders (Creation, maintenance, settlement & monitoring).
• Recording and allocation of material consumption to production orders in SAP for the mill.
• Compiling and sending out a weekly/monthly process cost report.
• Monitoring and verifying of cost allocations. Rectifying incorrect general ledger postings.
• Ensuring all mill costs are fully accounted for (incl. contracts).
• Stock verifications and counts when required.
• Mill’s fibre balance and utilities posting.
• Monitoring trends historical raw material consumptions for the mill.
• Production Costing.
• Fixed and variable forecasting.
• Weekly maintenance cost report.
• Assisting with the weekly rolling forecast.
• Ensuring production data on Light hammer is balanced.
• Preparing operational graphs for the plant.
• Compiling Production Statistics (Production, OEE).
• Reporting on fixed and variable cost variances to cost centre holders.
• Preparation of GL recons.
• Ensuring the tasks within the costing department given by supervisors are adhered to.
• Customer Service Request - CSR
• Assisting in preparation of Budgets (Boms, fixed and variable costs, internal orders, raw material uploads).
• Assisting in ad-hoc exercises requested by the Management Accountant & support to the operation.

What are we looking for?

• BCom Accounting Degree or equivalent
• A minimum of (0 – 2) years’ continuous experience within a manufacturing environment will be advantageous.
• Must be computer literate (MS Office)
• SAP Experience, an added advantage

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• We’re on the lookout for an experienced Storeman to ensure all equipment is delivered to the respective customers correctly and in the required condition and timeously. Responsible and accountable for the efficient operation of the receiving and maintaining of all stock items.

As a Storeman, you will be responsible for: 

• Receive materials as per the receiving procedure and SAP Process.
• Do quality checks on all selected materials.
• Bin materials in correct Bins according to SAP and to facilitate FIFO.
• Do daily material count as required from the MRP Controller whilst issuing and binning the materials.
• Report any out of stock or discrepancies.
• Issue materials as per issuing procedure and deliver said materials to the plant or arrange delivery with equipment drivers.
• Relocate materials to new storage bins as and when required and update on SAP.
• Ensure that the physical stock in the bin is as per SAP.
• Obtain licenses to operate vehicles within the stores including overhead crane.
• Do the materials maintenance activities as per schedule.
• Co-ordinate with plant on receiving and delivering of materials.
• Complete the after-hours delivery Logbook daily and the issuing of PPE.
• Ensure proper material identification and labelling to enable easy identification, traceability and accurate stock management.
• Ensure materials are stored under appropriate conditions to prevent damage, deterioration, contamination or loss.
• Report equipment defects, unsafe conditions and incidents immediately to the relevant supervisor.
• Assist with the receipt and dispatch of returned materials, ensuring the required documentation and SAP transactions are completed.

What are we looking for?

• Grade 12 (Maths and Science)
• National Diploma or Certificate in Inventory Management/ Procurement/ Stores/ Materials Management / N3 Engineering ( All 4 Subjects)
• EB Motor Vehicle Licence
• 3 years relevant experience in a stores or warehouse environment advantageous

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We are hiring!

• At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed.
• We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.
• We’re on the lookout for an Technician – Hydraulics to provide specialised engineering and maintenance support by carrying out the installation, maintenance, repair, and modification of complex hydraulic and lubrication systems and equipment.
• The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining the reliability and optimum performance of mill hydraulic and lubrication systems, contributing directly to improved plant availability, equipment reliability, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).

As an Technician - Hydraulics you will be responsible for:

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT & QUALITY (SHEQ)

• Ensure a safe working environment by identifying and managing risks while maintaining high housekeeping standards.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable SHEQ standards, statutory requirements, legal appointments, and company procedures through effective control measures and corrective actions.
• Promote safe work practices and ensure hydraulic and lubrication systems comply with ISO and mill quality standards.

PLANT & MACHINE AVAILABILITY

• Modify, install, commission, and optimise hydraulic and lubrication systems to improve plant reliability and support production requirements.
• Configure and standardise hydraulic components to enhance equipment performance and engineering efficiency.
• Conduct investigations into hydraulic and lubrication failures, implement corrective actions, and recommend maintenance improvements to prevent recurrence.
• Manage oil sampling programmes for critical equipment and implement recommendations to improve equipment reliability and performance.
• Ensure hydraulic schematics, technical drawings, and engineering documentation are accurately maintained and updated to support maintenance activities.
• Submit and coordinate plant modification requests, ensuring all engineering changes are approved, documented, and filed in accordance with company standards.

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT & TECHNICAL SUPPORT

• Participate in multidisciplinary teams to investigate equipment failures, identify root causes, and implement sustainable engineering solutions.
• Collaborate with production personnel, contractors, and equipment suppliers to support maintenance activities, projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform standby duties and effectively utilise SAP and other maintenance systems to support maintenance planning, execution, reporting, and asset reliability.

What are we looking for?

• Grade 12 (Matric) with N3 Engineering.
• Recognised Trade Test Certificate as a Mechanical Fitter or Millwright.
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in Hydraulics.
• Roll service experience will be advantageous.
• Valid driver's licence.

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence.
• Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi.
• Opportunities to travel .
• Market leading leave benefits.
• Employee wellbeing benefits.