Open Jobs at Sappi

As a Project Manager - Logistics you will be responsible for:.

• Collect official timber orders from line managers and proactively compile sales plan on procurement supplies in line with the mill demands and according to budget and forecast
• Capture orders on Timber Control System (TCS) in line with the sales plan in order to warrant mills, transporters and suppliers’ alignment    
• Monitor and control major suppliers’ performance versus order by means of the daily, weekly and TCS reports to ensure rateably timber deliveries and order adjustments where necessary.
• Communicate stock levels, production performance and turnaround times (TAT) daily through the respective communication channels to align daily deliveries.
• Keep a record of rejects, analyse trends and institute corrective and preventative actions to minimise timber losses, reduce turnaround times and minimise disruptions at the mill.
• Carry out site visitations to assess sidings and depot stocks to ensure rateable and within-specification timber supply. 
• Compile weekly and monthly forecasts in line with quarterly forecast and annual budget plan to monitor the rate and cost of delivery.  
• Report on critical timber supplies and deliveries and ensure this is communicated to the Resources Manager, Project Managers and Hauliers which might lead to the review of the delivery plans.
• Handle all source key requests from major suppliers in line with the chain of custody (CoC) requirements to guarantee compliance.
• Assist with internal audits by supplying required information for quality assurance and conformance with the chain of custody (CoC).
• Ensure and/or assist with the booking of online slots for timber supply into various markets in order to align deliveries with sales plan.
• Ensure strong working relationships are built through continuous visitation and technical advice to promote Sappi as a market and/or supplier of choice.
• Co-ordinate with all stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation of all forestry 

What are we looking for?

• National Diploma in Forestry or related qualification
• A Logistics and/or Transport Management qualification will be advantageous.
• At least 5 years of experience in logistics, forestry management and/or timber procurement

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 (dependent on upon the role).
• Market leading leave benefits.
• Employee wellbeing benefits.

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As Temporary Reliever Recovery, you will be responsible to:

• Take and hand over shift. 
• Operate process/equipment according to best operating practices. 
• Complete section specific interventions/initiatives as planned and agreed for all the identified positions for the specific section. 
• Relieves operators and carries out all tasks prescribed for these positions. 
• Assists the Foreman/Operating Staff at breakdowns and in the supervision of staff when necessary. 
• Ensure accurate reporting by recording all incidents in the shift log book. 
• Reports all breakdowns, faulty equipment to Foreman. 
• Attend progress meetings with the section training representative, line supervisor and/or mentor, coach and act on any remedial action and/or additional requirements. 
• Participates in shift activities (5 why problem-solving etc). 
• Understand the SHEQ requirements of the job. 
• Identify and take corrective action in terms of SHEQ conditions and hazards. 
• Comply with all relevant SHEQ requirements. 
• Maintains a high level of good housekeeping in the workplace at all times. 

Required Minimum Qualifications: 

• Matriculation with Mathematics and Physical Science or N3 Pulp and Paper.
• 0-3 months of experience as a Process Trainee or Production Intern.

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As a Senior Process Engineer - Projects, you will:

• Stay informed on cutting-edge process engineering technologies,
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs and enhance production in mill processes,
• Craft detailed business cases for medium to complex strategic projects,
• Collaborate on strategic capital plans with our regional head office,
• Lead pre-feasibility studies, ensuring thorough documentation and validation,
• Facilitate workshops to consolidate and approve detailed process scope documents for projects,
• Coordinate project designs for seamless integration across plant areas, addressing any design shortcomings,
• Ensure all process designs meet environmental standards and proactively address legislative changes,
• Scoping, business case development,
• Project design and management,
• Define the standards for project process documentation,
• Risk management and environmental control,
• Driving process change.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree BEng / BSc / BTech in Chemical Engineering,
• 5-8 years of process experience in Manufacturing and/or Project environments,
• Demonstrated success in process development and executing projects from start to finish,
• Experience in pulp and paper industry preferred,
• Professional registration with ECSA beneficial.

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As an Plantation Clerk, you will be responsible for:

• Perform audit checks on District Clerks ensuring compliance with petty cash, finance and administration in line with Sappi procedure.
• Perform regular checks on Diesel bowser at plantations.
• Ensure Plantation Clerks comply with maintaining an effective office administrative system.
• Provide back-up for District Clerks with regard to rainfall stats, fires and capture accordingly.
• Perform District Clerk duties: petty cash, administration, SAP, firewood sales permits, generate requisitions and issue purchase orders.
• Provide typing, photocopying, filing and e-mailing support. 
• Arrange meetings, seminars & conferences as and when required
• Consolidate weekly and monthly reports.
• Administer the Area Managers action log system and assist with follow-up and close-out.
• Ensure that credit card expense claims are processed timeously.
• Ensure that catering for office meetings and functions is effectively organised.
• Ensure that the administration and payment of travel arrangements is handled in line with the company travel policy.
• Complete all Request for proposals on e-cams for the Area.

What are we looking for?

• Grade 12.
• An Admin/Secretarial related qualification preferable. 
• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience. 
• Strong computer literacy (Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
• SAP knowledge an advantage.
• Valid Code EB Drivers license.

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As an Artisan Assistant you will be responsible for:

• Assisting Artisans as and when required.
• Carrying out planned and preventative maintenance schedules to required standards.
• Assisting with modifying of existing plant as well as breakdowns.
• Maintaining a high level of housekeeping.  
• Carrying out other work as allocated by the Mechanical Foreman.
• Adhering to all Engineering and Safety standards.

What are we looking for?

• Matric plus Full Engineering N2 Certificate (all 4 subjects completed)
• Boilermaking Theory as a subject will be an advantage.
• Valid driver’s licence is an advantage.
• One year experience within an Engineering or manufacturing environment.

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As a Process Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Processing development and optimisation.
• Managing projects from inception to implementation including commissioning of new equipment.
• Updating, publish and communicate process flow diagrams, process and instrumentation diagrams, functional design specifications and mass and energy balances.
• Updating product specifications for the area and communicate to plant personnel.
• Reviewing start-up and shut down procedures, best operating practices, and training manuals.
• High level trouble shooting.
• Root cause failure analysising and close outs.
• Developing high level process designs. 
• Carrying out and participate in feasibility studies. 
• Leading design review meetings and conduct peer reviews of new designs.
• Creating an understanding of environmental standards and engineer improvements with current and future legislative requirements in mind.

What are we looking for?

• BSc Chemical Engineering Degree.
• At least 5 years’ experience as a Process Engineer in a manufacturing / heavy industry environment.
• Experience in the Pulp & Paper industry would be an advantage.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer is an added advantage.
• SAP experience preferred.