Astron Energy Vacancies

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Terminal Manager – JBS

Accountable for terminal and marine operations, focusing on incident free operations, cost efficient network and asset utilization resulting in an industry leading position in terminal network efficiency, fleet utilization/efficiency aligned with our customer facing strategy. Full accountability for the safe, reliable and efficient storage and distribution of products including delivering financial performance metrics; joint accountability for achievement of target performance for OEAT (NOI). Accountable for Service Delivery Reliability to Customers.

• Manage day to day operational activities including product receipts, transfers, bunkering operations, tank field operations, quality control, routine maintenance, SHEQ, stock control and reconciliation consistent with safe, reliable and efficient operations.
• Oversight responsibility for facility as per business requirements.
• Ensure daily execution and balancing of stock in compliance with the Stock Control SOPs, SAP, Papertrail, policies and procedures.
• Direct execution of terminal strategy and provides interface with external stakeholders including government and regulatory bodies, Transnet Port Authority (TNPA) as well as all internal stakeholders, Sales channels, Supply Trading & Optimization, Security, Finance, Procurement, IT and HR
• Accountable and manage all internal and external customer queries, demands, expectations etc.
• Ensure compliance with SHEQ standards, Managing Safe Work (MSW) and standard operating procedures (SOP) by all personnel under his or her supervision.
• Perform regular OE and safety walkabouts (facility and work-related). Drive the safety meeting content.
• Contribute to capital requirements, tank, piping, rotating equipment. Manage maintenance and inspection plans
• Co-ordinate training and development of the personnel under his or her supervision in line with the Training Curriculum.
• Conduct personnel performance management evaluations (PMP) for direct reports.
• Responsible for execution of routine maintenance activities including the prioritization of work on a daily basis in support of reliability and cost management efforts.

Professional Qualification and Certifications:

• Grade 12 and Tertiary Qualification in Operations /Supply Chain Management/ Logistics or Engineering
• Completion of a Leadership Programme advantageous

Work Experience:

• Five or more years of managerial experience.
• Experience in terminal operations management, financial knowledge in managing OPEX and ability to manage external relationships

Knowledge and skills:

• Strong leadership skills in operational excellence, people development, and being customer focused
• Strong drive for results and ability to lead change
• Fluency in Microsoft Office, SAP system & FuelFACS or similar system knowledge
• Experience in terminal operations management, financial knowledge in managing OPEX and ability to manage external relationships

Application deadline:02 October 2025

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Senior Credit Analyst

Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

• Corporate: For complex and large exposure accounts, obtain financial statements, credit agency reports and other pertinent information relating to the customer, to complete comprehensive credit reviews.
• Retail: Ability to sanction and assess business plans of new Retail clients and able to work in a pressure high volume environment.
• Risk Assessment:
• Core part of the role includes performing risk assessment of new and existing customers achieved through assessment and analysis of credit life cycle, i.e.
  • quantitative and qualitative evaluation of respective customers, about historic financial performance and forecasted cashflows, competitive positioning, historic financial performance and forecasted cashflows,
  • Knowledge of corporate credit ratings methodology;
  • inherent micro/macro risks (Business Acumen) and
  • other information available to determine appropriate credit risk (secured/unsecured/ESG factors).
• Provide outcome and recommendations to relevant stakeholders and decision makers, considering customer value proposition in respect of credit risk/profitability reward (economic modelling tool) within the relevant SLA on Corporate and Retail
• Assist in Structuring:
• Liaise with respective stakeholders to provide innovative Credit advice and solutions.
• Determines appropriate credit lines and security requirements. 
• Non performing accounts:
• Works with customer, financial institutions, legal, etc. to determine appropriate security required
• Account Handling: Monitors account exposures proactively and takes appropriate action relating to credit violations.
• Attend and participate the internal Credit Committee meetings and actively participates in discussions.

• Stakeholder management: Works closely with customer, Account Manager, and other stakeholders in resolving payment disputes, past dues,  Makes value added customer visits with the Account Manager as needed.
• Periodically participates in Business Unit (Customer Facing) meetings providing credit perspective
• Reporting: Provides Business Unit management with monthly report of credit metrics, high risk accounts, and action being taken. 
• Compliance and Sanctioning: Ensures compliance with all Corporate policies, internal control and Sox reporting requirements.
• Demonstrate the Astron Values, Safety, Results focused, integrity and courage, people centric, collaboration and Synergy

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• CA(SA) or equivalent qualification or more than 10 years Corporate Credit Experience or
• Experience in both Corporate Credit (min 5 years) and Retail Credit (Min 5 years)
• Excellent analytical skills and Attention to detail in order to understand credit violations risks (e.g. track and anticipate credit risk prevalent to individual customer and to specific industries, recommend course of action to prevent further credit violations, ability to understand various forms of security and collateral available from customers) is critical.
• Strong communication skills and ability to effectively engage with customers and internal stakeholders (incl. senior management) on varying levels of business, financial and credit related complexities.
• Prior experience with credit management functions as a sanctioner/ credit Mandate is highly preferred.
• Prior experience in supervising teams (5 years) preferred.
• Being able to perform standby duties on rotation basis.
• Experience in Petrochemical Industry preferred.
• Strong financial acumen – comfortable working with and assessing customer Financials i.e. Income statement, Balance Sheet, cash Flow Statement, Forecasted Projections.
• Fully conversant with IFRS standards (IFRS9) and other regulatory standards relating to Credits function.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Advanced Excel skills, SAP4Hana
• Ability to work under pressure, working to tight deadlines and independently manage several different tasks, as well as be able to switch priorities at short notice.
• Ability to work independently and deliver creative and innovative solutions to mitigate credit risk.
• Ability to anticipate the needs of both internal and external customers and proactively manages expectations.

Application deadline:We’re ready to wait for the perfect candidate.

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Contractor – Environmental Specialist

Contract End Date – 30/06/2027

• Coordinating all soil and groundwater related activities required to assure compliance with the Refinery Remediation order & General Authorization including but not limited to supervising external contractors conducting sitewide groundwater monitoring & maintenance of remediation measures; engaging and reporting to authorities; internal and external stakeholder engagement.

• Coordinating all waste management activities required to assure compliance with the Refinery Waste license & ensure compliance with other waste related legal requirements (for example Basel convention).

• Supporting Refinery Environmental Team lead with initiatives relating to NEMA S30 reporting; Biodiversity management; evaluation of projects & initiatives to determine environmental compliance requirements (EIA, permits/licenses/site & corporate requirements)

• Supporting Environmental Specialist responsible for water and air quality management as and when required.

• Supporting Environmental Graduate with development objectives relating to groundwater and waste management.

• Providing support to Business continuity team over weekends and holidays

• Providing support to SHEQ team during Turnaround events (field checks, incident reporting & investigation).

Professional Qualification and Certifications:

National Diploma in Chemical Engineering or Environmental Science

The following would be advantageous: ISO14001 awareness training

Work Experience: 

Minimum 3 years’ experience in South African Petrochemical Refinery ideally as part of the Environmental or Process Safety Management Team.

The following would be advantageous: Experience in groundwater management.

Knowledge and skills:

Knowledge about South African environmental legal framework and compliance requirements applicable to a Refinery. 

Advanced computer and analytical thinking.

Advanced communication skill (written and verbal).

Fit for duty to perform required scope.

Valid driver’s license.

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Strategy and Insights Analyst

The purpose of the Strategy and Insights Analyst role is to support the Strategy and Sustainability Department by collecting, analysing, and visualizing data to provide actionable insights that drive informed decision making and influence business planning and operations processes. The role focuses on assisting with data preparation, generating reports, monitoring key performance metrics, and contributing to market research and strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with the company’s goals and objectives.

Market Research & Trend Analysis:

• Conduct primary and secondary research on various topics related to our industry, including market trends, competitive landscape, and customer insights, industry developments, and macroeconomic factors.
• Identify emerging trends and disruptions in the industry
• Develop methods to continuously monitor and track industry trends, competitor activities, and market opportunities.

Data gathering and processing

• Gather and process data from various sources, unpack market and industry changes into meaningful intelligence
• Have knowledge of how external factors impact business operations with the ability to forecast future business performance based on external environmental factors
• Utilize publicly available information, corporate licenses relevant data and insights.

Strategy development and planning support

• Analyse complex data sets to identify patterns, trends, and correlations to create scenarios for long term planning
• Interpret data to contextualise planning parameters and inform strategy development across the value chain 

Presentations and Reports

• Develop professionally formatted and grammatically correct reports, dashboards and presentations, including executive summaries, research findings, and recommendations.
• Clearly communicate findings, implication for the business and market, recommendations, and potential risks.
• Assist in the publication of articles and thought leadership pieces

EBM support/Input

• Provide support in compiling the meeting input/presentation for strategic activities meeting within the EBM process

Competitive Intelligence

• Develop analytical tools and methods to monitor and analyze competitors’ activities, strategies, strengths, weaknesses, and market positioning.

Customer Intelligence

• Monitor changes in customer behaviors, preferences, needs and expectations – identifying emerging trends and support in the development of implications for the industry and the organisation

Compliance

• Adhere to compliance standard as it relates to handlings of sensitive and confidential data.

Risk Assessment

• Work collaboratively with teams to Identify and evaluate potential emerging risks and challenges that may impact the organization’s strategic goals.

Continuous Improvement

• Stay abreast of the latest market research methodologies, business intelligence tools, and industry best practices.
• Continuously improve analytical techniques and data gathering processes.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work collaboratively with various departments and stakeholders to gather insights and disseminate intelligence in the organisation

Professional Qualification and Certifications: A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field i.e. Engineering, business administration, marketing, finance, data science or a related discipline. A master’s degree would be advantageous.

Work Experience: 3 or more years’ experience, preferably in the petro-chemical industry. Minimum of 2 years’ experience in management consulting or data analytics.

Knowledge and skills:

• Analytical and critical thinking with the ability to process and interpret complex data.
• Possesses comprehensive knowledge of the petro-chemical industry, with the capability to analyze global and local trends and assess their implications for the company.
• Familiarity with business intelligence concepts, tools and methodologies.
• Awareness of market trends, competitor performance, and industry regulations and policies
• Proficient knowledge of data sourcing, integration, and data management from internal and external sources.
• Understanding of the refining value chain, operational metrics and performance indicators.
• Ability to analyse complex data sets and identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights.
• Critical thinking to evaluate the relevance and accuracy of data for decision-making.
• Capability to use data to influence business planning and operations.
• Excellent communication skills to convey insights and recommendations clearly.
• Collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Initiative and independence in identifying, sourcing, and leveraging data.

Application deadline:21 September 2025

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Engineer – Risk Based Inspection

The Risk Based Inspection Engineer provides technical expertise and project management capability to the Fixed Equipment Integrity (FEI) group, including advice on Risk Based Inspection (RBI).

Key Job Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to the following:

• Development / Leadership of Fixed Equipment integrity projects including cost estimates, coordinating project activities and resolving problems including documentation of all findings and tracking resolution as appropriate.  These projects can include special inspection programs such as sulfidation inspection, retro-active Positive Materials identification, Onstream Inspection program etc.
• Support / Lead the implementation of emergent fixed equipment initiatives such as Fixed Equipment Asset Strategies / Risk Based Inspection(RBI), damage mechanism specific inspection strategies, unit Damage Mechanism Reviews, management of inspection recommendations and resolution of integrity threats.
• Develop and implement a living program for risk based inspection which ensures the process remains evergreen.
• Provide guidance and oversight during risk based inspection reviews for both large and small triggers or events.
• Provide technical assistance to the Fixed Equipment Integrity team through minimum thickness and remaining life calculations, Fitness For Service Analyses, input on inspection recommendations/repair plans, failure analyses and incident investigations.
• Provides Fixed Equipment engineering consulting to inspectors, engineers, management, and operators including mechanical design, remaining life assessment, and repair strategies.
• Technical resource for analysis of data, damage mechanisms, process hazard analysis studies, and equipment/piping reliability plans (asset strategies).

• Provide second level review of inspection findings / recommendations, asset strategy adjustments, and interpretation of inspection data.
• Provide fixed equipment input to the Unit Reliability Improvement Process (URIP) and other Operational Excellence processes.
• Revise/author fixed equipment related Refinery Instructions, standards, guidelines, job aids and procedures.

Required Qualifications:

• BSc in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering or similar technical degree e.g. B.Eng in Mechanical or Materials Engineering.
• API 580 or 581 certification advantageous
• Minimum 5 years RBI/Asset Strategy experience.
• Minimum 10 years fixed equipment inspection experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous leadership/project management experience.
• API 579, 571 fluency.
• CAESAR pipe stress analysis experience.
• Working knowledge of Meridium, Maximo, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of NDE methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of fixed equipment related industry codes and standards.

Application deadline:20 September 2025

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Refinery Control Systems Specialist

Reporting to the Supervisor, Control Systems at the Astron Energy Refinery in Cape Town, the Control Systems Specialist provides critical technical support for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of refinery-wide control systems. Working under the direction of the Supervisor – Control Systems, this role helps ensure equipment availability, operational safety, and compliance through hands-on system support, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and participation in reliability, maintenance, and capital project activities.

Daily Operations & Technical Support

·       Perform troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs on Control Systems including Yokogawa DCS and ESD, PLCs, SCADAs, and other Black Box Solutions to ensure optimal performance and uptime.

·       Support shift and after-hours reliability through participation in the on-call rotation.

·       Follow established procedures for documenting work activities, system issues, and resolutions.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

·       Collaborate closely with Operations, IT, OT Specialists, TSD, Maintenance, and Reliability teams to resolve issues and support integrated systems.

·       Support communication and knowledge sharing across departments to ensure alignment on control system performance and reliability goals.

·       Provide control system support for calibration and integration of tank gauging systems in coordination with the Tank Team.

System Maintenance & Strategies

·       Assist in implementing maintenance strategies that support reliability, availability, and safety of control systems.

·       Participate in planned and unplanned maintenance activities, ensuring that systems are patched, updated, and configured according to site standards.

·       Monitor and adhere to the site’s sparing philosophy by identifying spares usage and reporting critical needs.

Performance Monitoring & Analysis

·       Conduct data analysis of system-generated trends, alarms, and reports to support proactive troubleshooting and reliability improvements.

·       Participate in condition monitoring and preventive maintenance programs for control systems.

·       Identify root causes of system issues through critical thinking and collaboration with field teams.

Project Support & Implementation

·       Support the development of control system graphics, logic configurations, and documentation in alignment with functional control specifications.

·       Assist with the execution of small-scale capital and maintenance projects within defined scope, cost, and timelines.

·       Participate in control system upgrades, replacements, and modifications as part of the site’s Asset Management Life Cycle.

·       Adhere to the Management of Change (MOC) process and ensure that technical changes are well-documented and communicated.

Safety & Compliance

·       Support execution and verification of Emergency Shutdown System (ESD) tests and function checks as directed by the Supervisor.

·       Ensure compliance with process safety and instrumentation-related safety-critical elements (SCEs).

·       Participate in safety audits, plant walkdowns, and reviews to identify and mitigate control system risks.

Advisory & Development

·       Provide input to investigations and reliability studies where control systems are involved.

·       Share expertise and knowledge with technicians, apprentices, and operations personnel to strengthen team capability.

·       Offer technical support for Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs), MOCs, and other risk management processes.

General Expectations

·       Manage multiple priorities and respond to urgent system issues as required.

·       Communicate progress and potential delays to the Supervisor in a timely manner.

·       Embrace a strong safety culture by participating in safety observations and initiatives.

·       Required Time Spent – 80% Office – 20% Field

Professional Qualifications & Certifications

• National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Control and Instrumentation – Light Current) preferred (NQF-6), or relevant N-level qualification combined with practical refinery experience (NQF-4).
• Trade Test in Instrumentation is advantageous.
• Additional technical certifications in DCS, PLC, SCADA, or industrial automation systems are desirable.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in the petrochemical, refining, or related industrial sector, specifically in Control & Instrumentation (C&I) roles.
• Hands-on experience supporting automation and control systems in high-risk, process-driven environments.
• Exposure to Astron Refinery equipment, processes, and standards is a significant advantage.

Work Experience and Skills

• Demonstrated experience supporting and maintaining DCS (Yokogawa), SCS (Yokogawa), SCADA, PLCs, and specialized Black Box automation systems.
• Familiarity with refinery operations, process instrumentation, and control room support.
• Working knowledge of motor control, power distribution systems, and industrial network infrastructure.
• Proficient in system troubleshooting, fault diagnosis, and implementing sustainable solutions in collaboration with operations and maintenance teams.
• Experience supporting industrial IT/OT environments, including interface with client-server systems, patch management, and cybersecurity awareness.
• Strong communication skills – able to interpret and convey complex technical issues clearly to various stakeholders.
• Sound analytical thinking and data interpretation skills, especially using trends, alarms, and system logs for root cause analysis.

Application deadline:21 September 2025

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