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  • Posted: Apr 9, 2026
    Deadline: Not specified
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  • Sasol is an international integrated energy and chemicals company that leverages the talent and expertise of our more than 30 300 people working in 33 countries. We develop and commercialise technologies, and build and operate world-scale facilities to produce a range of high-value product streams, including liquid fuels, chemicals and low-carbon electricity...
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    DRP - Lead Planner

    Purpose of Job

    • Manage and support the Secunda Liquid Bulk DRP team with all DRP related activities. These activities include the management of the optimal balancing of the demand requirements and dynamics for all Secunda DRP portfolio of products (Ammonia, Co-monomers, Industrial Solvents as well as VMS), through working with all key stakeholders such as P&O, Marketing, Sales, Logistic Operations, Customer Service Relations, Logistics Command Centre and Coastal Logistics

    Key Accountabilities

    • Manage and support a team that does the translation and execution of S&OP plans in to DRP plans taking into account SC capacities and constraints by means of accurate analysis, tools and techniques.
    • To provide DRP specific business intelligence as well as build and maintain dashboards for DRP and the different functions that DRP services. 
    • Understanding the complexity of value chains and interdependencies of OBU’s, Hubs and SBU’s as well as relation towards fatal production stoppages. On an execution shorter term basis, decide on various movements and optimization opportunities.
    • Ensuring that the DRP team Keeps Sasol’s production sites unconstraint when external service providers such as Transnet, road haulers, shipping companies strike/ fails - as well as when customer demand falls/ spikes (examples include: KZN Public unrests, flooding, service provider strikes, economic crises, etc.) 
    • Taking the lead when required to during value stream crisis moments as Sasol’s Chemicals business is the most exposed due to the nature of our products, subsequently influencing business stakeholders to alter and execute plans to minimize bottom-line impacts.
    • To provide analytical support towards shorter-term scheduling related interactions and enable DRP coordination systems to streamline job execution.
    • Identify trends and provide recommendations on how to improve KPI's.
    • To ensure the accuracy of data and proactively influence DRP decisions. 
    • Scrutinize/ Analise Operations schedules, include aligning with refinery plans and activities, in order to pro-actively identify threats and opportunities in teh DRP environment. 
    • To oversee shorter-term scheduling related interactions and enalble DRP coordination systems to streamline job execution.
    • The role also supervises and analises the planning and execution of all stock transfer orders to ensure that inventory is kept at healthy levels at all depots to enable fulfilment of customer demand whilst maintaining working capital at optimal levels.           
    • Creating, updating and maintaining of all Works Instructions, BCP's within the DRP departments.
    • To analise, minimize and sustain unit distribution costs across the Base Chemicals SBU liquid bulk supply chains by identifying and evaluating specific constraints, opportunities and threats, and to ensure that opportunities are exploited while threats are avoided/mitigated
    • Build and grow a team culture and good supportive relationships within Customer Fulfilment

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    Specialist Business Optimisation

    Purpose of Job

    • Identify opportunities for the improvement and the subsequent execution of optimisation initiatives across SA Energy. Liaise with SC Design and Optimisation team to execute strategic initiatives leading to the optimisation in the fuel distribution process. Understand the SA Energy business processes and recommend areas for improvement.

    Key Accountabilities

    • Optimise existing supply chains through application of appropriate best practices and tools (e.g. 6 Sigma, SCOR). Participate in the extension of designs to accommodate new geographies.
    • Provide inputs into supply chain tactical plans that support the strategy. Implement the Supply Chain optimisation initiatives that support the strategic direction of the function.
    • Integrate SC optimisation methodology published and available for use. Conduct feasibility and pre-feasibility assessment of optimisation initiatives before proceeding into implementation phases.
    • Support the achievement of supply chain optimisations objectives. Monitor and measure results per initiative. Review the return on investment of supply chain optimisation efforts. Report as required on progress and achievements.
    • Drive supply chain optimisation initiatives as projects, managing all key stakeholders and ensuring alignment to the business case.
    • Provision of expertise to support supply chain optimisation initiatives. Involved in select project teams as a contributing subject matter expert.
    • Take ownership of business processes, including the governance of change control and redesign thereof
    • Develop models to inform design and optimisation decisions
    • Logistics pricing and excel modelling
    • Data analysis and interpretation: Applying techniques to analyse datasets, identifying trends, patterns and anomalies that inform business decisions
    • Visualisation and Reporting: Develop dashboards, reports and charts using Power BI to communicate insights to stakeholders
    • Work with stakeholders to define Key performance indicators (KPI’s) and supporting strategic initiatives

    Formal Education

    • University Bachelor’s Degree

    Min Experience

    • 6+ relevant years
    • Wide exposure across different business functions required; exposure to large projects or change initiatives required

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    Clerk Rail Control

    Purpose of Job

    • To contribute to providing administrative support to an allocated team, to promote administrative efficiency in day-to-day operations.

    Key Accountabilities

    • Handles inquiries, schedules appointments, develops presentations, and fills other office support functions.
    • Organises and attends meetings, taking minutes and keeping notes.
    • Booking rooms and conference facilities.
    • Maintains scheduling and event calendars.
    • Coordinates travel arrangements.
    • Arranging both in-house and external conference functions and events.
    • Ordering and maintaining stationery and equipment.
    • Manages appointments.
    • Office Administration and support.
    • Mails documents and newsletters and other information as and when required.
    • Prepares and types documents, letters and reports.
    • Co-ordination and implementation of office procedures.
    • Organising and storing paperwork, documents and computer-based information.
    • Photocopying and printing various documents, sometimes on behalf of other colleagues.
    • Complete forms in accordance with company procedures.
    • Types and distributes meeting notes, routine correspondence, and reports.
    • Receives and responds to correspondence.
    • Performs sorting, filing, and cross referencing of materials and documents.
    • Utilises, reconciles and manipulates data for management reports from different internal and external sources.
    • Captures data in standardised format.
    • Maintains hard copy and electronic filing system.
    • Manages, maintains, and updates a wide variety of records , reports and files.
    • May distribute mail, retrieve and deliver files, and copy documents.
    • Locate and attach appropriate files to incoming correspondence requiring replies.
    • Adheres to agreed serve level agreements.
    • Liaising with colleagues and external contacts to book travel and accommodation.
    • Answer telephones and give information to callers, take messages, or transfer calls to appropriate individuals.
    • Liaising with staff in other departments and with external contacts.
    • Greets refers and assists visitors, clients, callers, staff and others and handle their inquiries, and direct them to the appropriate persons according to their needs.
    • Communicates with internal and external clients.
    • Monitors the use of expenditures and keeps record thereof within the department, for the manager.
    • Complies records, organises, maintains files and posts records.
    • Completes invoicing as and when required.
    • Control stock of stationery and office supplies.

    Formal Education

    • Matric/ Grade 12  

    Working Experience

    • Experience: 0+ relevant year

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    Artisan Gr 2 Mechanical Fitter

    Purpose of Job

    • An Artisan supports production by providing effective equipment maintenance and reliability while adhering to procedures/codes, and utilising all available support resources to increase stability and maintain sustainability of the plant

    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 (defined per discipline).
    • 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 with Maths, English & Physical Science
    • Mechanical Occupational Trade Certificate (Red Seal)

    Working Experience

    • Experience: 3+ relevant years

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    Junior Chemical Plant Operator (Jnr CPO)

    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 and Physical Science
    • CHIETA NQF 4 Chemical Operations with CPO SOR

    Or

    • Chemical Plant Operator Occupational Qualification (CPO EISA)

    Working Experience

    • Experience: 2+ relevant years

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    Bakery Trainer

    Purpose of Job

    • The role is responsible for training, coaching and developing site staff to ensure compliance with recommended retail food offerings, operational procedures, adhering to food safety standards, and customer service standards. This includes delivering theoretical and practical training to site teams on menu preparation, equipment operation, food production processes, hygiene practices, stock control and overall kitchen operations. The incumbent will support franchisees and site teams in delivering a consistent, high-quality food offering that improves operational efficiency, enhances customer experience and supports retail sales growth.

    Key Accountabilities

    • Create menu suited to the convenience retail forecourt environment.
    • Train staff on preparation methods and portion control guidelines to ensure product consistency across sites.
    • Continuously review and update the menu range to maintain customer relevance.
    • Support the introduction of new products and menu innovations aligned with the company’s retail food strategy.

    Site Visits – Planning and Scheduling

    • Draw up and submit a weekly site visit schedule containing a logical and realistic site visit plan.
    • Ensure call cycle planning is followed to support operational execution across all sites.
    • Conduct site visits to assess operational standards, food quality and staff competency in menu execution.
    • Provide on-site coaching to improve kitchen operations and food preparation standards.

    Training, Coaching and Development of Site Staff

    • Train, coach and develop site staff to ensure compliance with food service standards and full operational procedures related to food production.
    • Ensure the entire process supports operational efficiency and consistent product quality across all sites.
    • Provide ongoing coaching and support to ensure continuous improvement in food preparation and service standards.
    • Present theoretical training in a classroom environment as well as practical training on site.
    • Conduct competency assessments of staff to evaluate performance and identify areas for improvement.
    • Training records to be uploaded on the eLMS.

    Site Opening Support

    • Provide operational support during the opening of new retail sites.
    • Ensure efficient and error-free implementation of the food offering.
    • Conduct training for new site teams on menu execution, operational procedures and equipment usage.
    • Demonstrate best practice behaviour in delivering excellent customer service.

    Equipment Training and Implementation

    • Train site staff on the correct, safe and efficient use of all kitchen equipment in conjunction with the equipment supplier.
    • Assist with testing and evaluation of new equipment before rollout.

    Food Safety, Hygiene and Compliance

    • Ensure that store staff and franchisees adhere to all food safety standards.
    • Train staff on food hygiene standards including proper food handling, storage and preparation practices.
    • Ensure strict compliance with personal hygiene standards in the kitchen environment.
    • Conduct regular operational checks to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

    Optimising Retail Food Performance

    • Assist retailers in improving site turnover through improved food offering and operational execution.
    • Identify opportunities to improve product quality, workflow and operational efficiency.
    • Assist in implementing food merchandising standards and planograms across retail sites.
    • Support continuous improvement of operating procedures to improve operational performance.

    Skills Transfer and Coaching

    • Share best practices with internal teams, franchisees and site staff.
    • Work in collaboration with Retail Account Managers and other internal stakeholders to ensure operational objectives are achieved.
    • Maintain professional relationships with franchisees and site managers.
    • Continuously seek and propose ways to improve the effectiveness of training programs.

    Qualifications and Experience

    • Matric and driver’s licence  Must 
    • Professional Chef Qualification (NQF Level 5), Diploma : Food Consumer Science/ Food Science / Hospitality Management / Food Service Management  - advantageous. 
    • Minimum 6 years’ experience in a professional kitchen environment
    • Experience in retail food service, quick service restaurants, or convenience food operations is advantageous
    • Experience in menu development and recipe standardization
    • Knowledge of food safety systems
    • Experience in staff training and operational implementation

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