New Jobs at AECI Limited

Job Description

• To develop effective SHEQ risk management and drive continuous improvement towards Zero Harm.
• To execute Group and business SHEQ strategy and drive commitment to Responsible Care principles.
• To provide assurance on SHEQ compliance
• To enable SHEQ competencies within AECI Plant Health and distribution networks (Depots).

Required outputs: Functional

• Ensure that production personnel, contractors, drivers and site visitors receive SHE induction before entering production areas.
• Monitor the implementation of safe work procedures, maintain and update all relevant SHEQ related documentation and records.
• Ensure firefighting equipment, safety and emergency response equipment are serviced and inspected within the required timeframes.
• Carry out the monitoring and measurement of SHEQ statistics (man-hours, electricity usage, incidents, near misses, gas usage, how many audits done, how many non-conformances etc.).
• Assist in development and implementation of emergency response procedures and evacuation plans on site and offices.
• Ensure that emergency plans are communicated to staff and visitors.
• Review data and provide feedback on Contractor SHEQ files.
• Facilitate SHEQ Risk Assessments (RA’s)
• Develop and implement SHEQ controls.
• Conduct SHEQ incident investigations, root cause analysis and facilitation of learning
• Maintain SHEQ Management systems (e.g. ISO, PSM, CAIA, etc.)
• Ensure effectiveness of SHEQ Management Systems (e.g. ISO9001; ISO 14001; ISO 45001; PSM, etc.)
• Develop SHEQ training material and Facilitation of SHEQ training
• Co-ordinate internal and external audits and inspections.
• Co-ordination of annual medicals and compliance to COID
• Monitor compliance to SHEQ legal requirements (including permits and legislation)
• Ensure effective management of the SHEQ budget
• Ensure contractor files are kept updated as per the sites SHE specification
• Ensure the Management of Change process is effectively managed and records maintained.

Qualifications & Experience

• Grade 12 with post matric qualification (Safety, Environmental, Engineering or equivalent).
• A Management/Supervisory qualification would be advantageous.
• Process safety knowledge advantageous
• Requires ISO9001, ISO14001 and ISO45001 qualification with auditing
• Must possess 5-8 years working experience in a Chemical Operating environment.
• Previous experience in the agrochemical industry would be advantageous.
• Requires demonstrated Risk Management Knowledge and Skills
• Must possess influencing and coaching skills
• Must be able to analyse and interpret data/analyses and make recommendations.
• Must possess good communication (verbal and written), engagement, planning, organisational, presentation, report writing and inter personal skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to interface successfully at multiple organisational levels.
• Must be computer literate MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Working knowledge of Syspro is a prerequisite.
• Must be able to work independently as well as within a team, use own initiative and be deadline driven.
• Must possess the ability to solve problems systematically
• Must possess strong supervisory skills
• Must have a sound knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and associated regulations.
• Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license, have own reliable transport and be medically fit to drive.
• Previous experience in investigation and root cause analysis is a prerequisite.
• SHEQ legal knowledge
• SHEQ Systems – evaluation and integration

Closing Date

• 2025/09/02

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Job Description

• Responsible for ensuring that plant and production equipment is maintained to required standards.
• Attend to day-to-day breakdowns as per job cards.
• Plan and carry out preventative maintenance of plant equipment.
• Mentorship of apprentices
• Carry out any other related mechanical jobs as required and requested by the team

Required outputs: functional

General Functions:

• Ensure cost effective maintenance, identify inefficiencies, and implement corrective actions.
• Identify critical spares and tools and ensure upkeep
• Identify consumable needs and upkeep of consumable store
• Participate in plant risk assessment and SHEQ initiatives
• Issue of maintenance clearance certificates and ensure work is carried out to AECI standards.

Installations:

• Installation of mechanical processing equipment (i.e. pumps, pipes, mechanical structures, agitators, etc).
• Day-to-day plant equipment preventative and breakdown maintenance.
• Fabrication of steel and piping. Performing ARC, TIG and other types of welding methods depending on the project.
• Pipe fitting and troubleshooting. Must also be able to come up with concepts for improvement where required.
• Accurately complete all job cards and recordkeeping.
• Troubleshooting of processing plant, effluent plant, agitators, pumps and forklift.
• Occasional planning and installation for new project.

Maintenance:

• Preventative maintenance planning and execution
• Carry out breakdown maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Accurate record keeping of all maintenance work done
• Conduct general housekeeping in the workshop.
• On occasion required to carry out miscellaneous legal ad hoc tasks for which the incumbent is competent as instructed by the Team Leader.
• Required to adhere to all company and work site safety rules and regulations.

Qualifications & Experience

Tertiary:

• Minimum education Grade 12 with post matric qualification of NQF Level 3 or more.
• Valid trade test certificate for Mechanical Fitted (Red Seal).
• Welding certificate advantageous.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ relevant experience as a Fitter
• Prior work experience in the Production, Workshop, Plant, Maintenance, Mechanical as well as Chemical environment with a good understanding in operating equipment.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Confidence in ability to weld effectively and efficiently, namely ARC welding, Argon welding and TIG welding.
• Knowledge of engineering science and technology. Good mechanical fitting skills.
• Strong ability to do pump alignment.
• Basic understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Profound knowledge of and ability to use hand held tools and tools of the trade.
• Awareness of MerSETA apprenticeship requirements.
• Basic knowledge of the OHS Act.
• Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job including adherence to safety.
• Computer literary in MS Office (Word/Excel)
• Ability to successfully mentor apprentices.
• Expert in the regulation codes to self-inspect incumbent’s work and ensure that everything is up to standard.
• Must be able to report to the Maintenance Team Leader

Closing Date

• 2025/09/02

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Job Description

• Provide operational leadership for Plant Health’s Somerset West site.
• Ensure excellence in productivity, quality, maintenance and overall operational performance in line with world-class manufacturing practices.
• Continuously analyse, improve and document operational systems and processes.
• Lead and develop multidisciplinary teams across production, engineering, maintenance, SHEQ and support services, with a strong emphasis on compliance, contamination control and asset care

Security and contractor oversight:

• Manage site security and ensure contractors comply with company standards and applicable regulatory requirements.

Production:

• Ensure safe and efficient production aligned with customer requirements.
• Champion contamination control practices.
• Maintain high standards of sanitation and cleanroom management.
• Drive OEE improvements, yield optimisation, and downtime reduction.

Maintenance & Engineering:

• Lead a proactive, world-class maintenance program that ensures maximum equipment availability and asset longevity
• Implement and manage preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance strategies.
• Ensure maintenance activities are fully aligned with cleanroom processes and practices.
• Drive continuous reliability improvements.
• Manage maintenance and CAPEX budgets and planning
• Manage commissioning of projects or plant modifications

SHEQ and Regulatory Compliance:

• Lead implementation and adherence to SHEQ policies and applicable legislation (e.g. OHSAct, NEMA, transportation etc.)
• Implement and drive Zero harm strategy and safety awareness programmes to strive for Zero Harm to people, environment and assets.
• Manage and ensure that employees are aware of and are well trained for emergency situations that may arise on site.
• Actively participate in internal and external audits, incident investigations, root cause analysis etc.
• Ensure timeous close-out of actions emanating from non-conformances.

Financial Management:

• Prepare and manage site operational budgets (OPEX and CAPEX) to achieve financial objectives.
• Identify and implement cost optimization opportunities without compromising safety, quality, or compliance.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators to track progress against operational goals.

People & Team Leadership

• Lead a multidisciplinary team, including Team Leaders and Specialists across production, quality, engineering and support services.
• Ensure structured training and development of the team.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement and operational discipline.
• Foster cross-functional alignment and teamwork across departments

Projects:

• Lead CAPEX projects, including but not limited to new equipment installations, utilities upgrades and plant modifications.
• Ensure effective commissioning, validation, and SOP alignment for all new assets.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum education Grade 12 with Maths and Science
• Tertiary - Degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent(essential); Post graduate diploma in Management/Leadership advantageous

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years post-qualification hands on experience in a “clean” environment e.g. biological site, pharmaceutical, dairy, etc.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a managerial role.
• Possess sound knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and in-depth knowledge of NEMA, transport regulations and all other relevant Acts and associated regulations.
• Knowledge of agrochemical production and products related to the agricultural chemical industry advantageous.
• Experienced in Union engagement
• Technically adept with broad engineering and maintenance knowledge
• Proficiency in MS Office - preferably at the intermediate level.
• Working knowledge of Syspro
• Broad knowledge of Security controls and systems
• Ability to operate in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Knowledge of SHEQ Management Systems e.g. ISO requirements/standards essential

Closing Date

• 2025/09/02