Vacancies at Sasol

• Accountable for system and field instrument technical support to Chemicals area by applying theoretical skills and making suggestions and independently implementing solutions to optimize systems with respect to unit operations, modifications, information gathering, data accumulation, basic processing and reporting.
• Use practical & experimental expertise to initiate & scope innovative and pro-active solutions to add value to maintenance and small projects.
• Develop and manage long-term strategies for the Chemicals instrumentation systems.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• BSc (Hons)/ M Tech/ B Tech (Eng)

Experience

• Typically 10 Years Relevant Experience

Key Competencies Required

Leadership

• People Leadership – Inspirational
• People Leadership – Builds Talent
• Partnership Leadership – Influential
• Partnership Leadership – Collaborative
• Business Leadership – Business – Focused
• Business Leadership – Results-Focused
• Strategic Leadership – Sets Direction (Technical)
• Strategic Leadership – Drives Competitive Edge
• Self-Mastery

Functional / Technical

• Portfolio Management
• Decision Making
• Manage SHE Considerations
• Business Acumen (Risk)
• Project management principles and concepts
• Process Principles
• Process System Design and Trouble Shooting
• Research Planning
• Process Technology Design
• Engineering principles
• Advance knowledge of Yokogawa DCS/ESD, HIMA ESD, Bently conditioning monitoring systems, Siemens S7 PLC, Delta V DCS and Delta V SIS.
  
  Behavioral
  Leadership and Values
• Enable knowledge transfer through coaching of others.
• Work under pressure.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and oversight on maintenance tasks.
• Ensure that MOC process is followed, and that modified plant/maintenance procedures are implemented according to set standards.
• Play a leading role in implementation of new technical ideas/opportunities.
• Propose, Initiate and track Capital projects in area of responsibility
• Assist with functions budget inputs and cost saving initiatives.
• Take responsibility for personal performance, improvement and skills development.

Relationships, Teamwork and Collaboration

• Build, maintain and leverage effective network within Sasolburg Operations C2 and Phenolic value chains and national networks with equipment suppliers and technical support.
• Understands customer requirement and ensures product/service meets customer requirements.
• Provide feedback to key stakeholders as appropriate.
• Actively develop positive working relations with Project execution colleagues and customers/stakeholders.
• Share key information and ideas or learning with customers and teams.
• Initiate, share and implement new ideas to improve performance and value-add.
• Give input into how to improve overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) for the plant.

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• Perform general maintenance and repairs to ensure availability and reliability of Tank Farm equipment and machinery.

FUNCTIONAL OUTPUTS
Operational, Financial and Technical Results 

• Perform the dismantling of equipment to check for any defects on components and make necessary replacements or repairs
• Perform the dismantling of equipment to check for any defects on components and make necessary replacements or repairs.
• Attend to breakdowns and make corrective maintenance on plant equipment.
• Complete job and service cards in line with set procedures to ensure proper and accurate record keeping.
• Conduct condition monitoring on plant equipment to ensure identification of defects well in advance and attend to them.
• Carries out preventative maintenance on all mechanical equipment and installations according to the asset management strategic plan.
• Maintain all tools and machinery in good working order.
• Compliance with SHE procedures and regulations to ensure safe working environment.

Management results 

• Follow safety operational procedures
• Manage execution of work permit system
• Participate in Task Risk Assessments and Task Observations
• Comply with relevant Sasol procedure, policies, legislation and business processes
• Participate in behaviour based safety program

Customer and stakeholder relationship

• Build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues
• Demonstrate effective listening and communication skills when dealing with colleagues
• Effectively execute communication initiatives

Innovation and improvement results 

• Passionate for the mechanical trade
• Continuously applies new ideas/work methods to improve results
• Avail oneself for training and development

Job Requirements

• In line with Sasol’s commitment to Employment Equity, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups.
• In addition to a pre-employment medical examination, some positions may require a physical fitness assessment as part of the normal selection criteria.

Qualifications

• Grade 12/N3 with Maths, Science, English
• Qualified Artisan Fitter (NQF L4)
• Computer literate – Ms office and SAP

Experience

• 3 years’ experience on mechanical maintenance in a Petro Chemical environment
• Mechanical experience working with filter, tanks, fin fans and heat exchanger

Key Competencies Required
Leadership 

• Collaborative
• Results-focused

Behavioral 

• Self-driven and motivated
• Team player
• Interpersonal skills
• Able to work under pressure
• Positive attitude
• Customer Focus orientated
• Innovative