Location: Secunda, MP, ZA
Company: Sasol
Sasol is a global integrated chemicals and energy company with a 70-year heritage. Through our talented people, we use our expertise and selected technologies to safely and sustainably source, manufacture and market chemical and energy products globally. When you join Team Sasol, you are joining a company that puts people at the center of everything we do.
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2995
07 December 2023
EOP: Regional Ops and Assets Services
Secunda
Accountable as part of the Inspection Authority which is charged (as contemplated in the Pressure Equipment Regulations (PER) and (OSHA Act)) with the following responsibilities: – Legal accountability for in-service inspections of all pressure vessels, steam generators, pressure accessories, storage tanks and piping on the various sites to ensure the required integrity of the said equipment and process plants in support of the business needs. Ensure legal compliance to support the SANAS accredited Risk Based Inspection (RBI) system ensuring that pressure vessels, steam generators, pressure accessories, storage tanks and piping inspection frequencies can be approved by the Inspection Authority for periods in excess of 36 months. Ensure compliance to the PER, SANS 10227, SANS 17020 & various approved Health and Safety Standards during all in-service inspections as a certified In-service Inspector and SANAS technical signatory.
Accountable for in-service inspections of all pressure vessels, steam generators, storage tanks, pressure accessories and piping to comply with regulatory requirements and to ensure equipment integrity, availability and safety for the units allocated as per the legal appointments. Have reports compiled and ensure archiving. Responsible for regular follow-up on outstanding legal documentation. Accountable as part of the Inspection Authority to ensure legal compliance to support the SANAS accredited Risk Based Inspection (RBI) system ensuring that the pressure vessels, steam generators pressure accessories, storage tanks and piping inspection frequencies can be approved by the Secunda Synfuels Inspection Authority for periods in excess of 36 months. The Inspection Authority is the only entity which is legally accountable for changing frequencies in excess of 36 months. Issuing of recommendations for repairs to ensure continued safe operation and therefore the continuous availability of process plants. Training of Trainee Inspectors, competency development to achieve SAQCC accredited Competent Inspectors (CP) certification. Capable of the use of specialised equipment and to determine the correct area of use for the inspection of equipment. Interpretation of High Tec NDT results to allow for further action to be taken to ensure integrity. Inspection responsibilities include utilisation of specialised inspection equipment to be used during the inspections; perform & evaluate visual inspections, wall thickness measurements, magnetic particle testing, dye penetrant testing; review and interpret radiographs; and witness pressure tests. Recommend specific repair actions or alternative recommendations arising from inspections using specialised knowledge. Verify the condition of equipment or parts thereof after any change in condition or repairs to equipment, so that maximum integrity and minimum equipment downtime will result. Predict when equipment needs to be replaced by evaluating all inspection results. Document all inspections findings and recommendations by composing individual technical reports in order that actual or potential problems are documented for further action and to comply with the PER. Perform detail inspections as required when fitness-for-service calculations are performed. Evaluate and comment on frequency reviews. Certify the calibration and setting of safety devices and appurtenances for compliance to codes. Demonstrate the desired behaviors in agreement with the Sasol Values Take ownership for personal improvement and skills development. Develop effective manager and peer working relationships and other departments.
High School / School Diploma or similar
Experience: 2+ relevant years
BC_Optimizes Work Processes
BC_Organizational Savvy
TC_Inspections
TC_Quality Management Procedures and Standards
BC_Courage
TC_Analyse Alternatives and Recommend Solutions
TC_Review and Reporting
BC_Decision Quality
TC_Quality Control and Reliability
BC_Ensures Accountability
Sasol is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Inspired by our Purpose of “Innovating for a better world”, Sasol acknowledges that diversity is intrinsic to the fabric of our organisation and is the key to our growth and success. Sasol is committed to the full inclusion of all suitably qualified individuals. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups and people with disabilities according to Sasol’s Employment Equity Plan. This includes reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
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