Sasol – Sasolburg Jobs – 06 August 2026

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Team Lead Condition Monitoring

Posting Date: Aug 5, 2026

Location: Sasolburg

Company: Sasol

Sasol is a global integrated chemicals and energy company with a 75-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.

Sasol invests in its employees along every stage of the career path and offers development opportunities to help you cultivate your career in a culture that embraces diversity and inclusion.

Job Requisition ID

12891

Closing Date

18 August 2026

OME

Sasolburg & Natref Ops

Location

Sasolburg, Free state

Role Category

Execution

Purpose of Job

Lead and govern the end‑to‑end condition monitoring programme for all rotating equipment, ensuring early fault detection, improved reliability, and optimal asset availability. Provide technical expertise in vibration monitoring, rotating equipment instrumentation, machinery protection systems, anti‑surge control, and overspeed protection.
Own and manage the OPEX budget, support the rolling CAPEX plan, oversee contractors, and ensure SAP‑based planning, execution, and reporting.
Collaborate closely with Reliability Engineering and supervise condition monitoring artisans to drive continuous improvement and safe, cost‑effective performance

Key Accountabilities

Lead the predictive and proactive maintenance programmes for all rotating equipment.

Ensure standardisation of condition monitoring processes, techniques, instrumentation, databases, and reporting.

Provide subject‑matter expertise in rotating equipment instrumentation, including vibration systems and machinery protection platforms.

Oversee diagnostics and performance of anti‑surge systems and real‑time monitoring technology.

Ensure proper governance and monitoring of overspeed protection systems as part of equipment trip logic.

Review and analyse condition monitoring data to identify early‑stage defects and recommend corrective actions.

Lead and participate in root cause failure analysis (RCFA) for major failures or recurring defects.

Support commissioning and post‑overhaul verification of rotating equipment, including field balancing and alignment checks.

Budgeting, CAPEX & Commercial Governance

Own and manage the OPEX budget for condition monitoring; track budget vs actuals and drive cost control per cost element.

Contribute to the rolling CAPEX plan, including asset replacement, improvement projects, and technology upgrades.

Manage inventory and spares strategies for all CM tools, sensors, and instrumentation equipment.

Oversee service providers, evaluate technical competence, manage contracts, and ensure SLA compliance.

Implement cost‑effective reliability and maintenance solutions aligned to business priorities.

Systems, Reporting & Process Control

Use SAP PM for planning, execution, notifications, work orders, and asset history management.

Drive the transition to online and real‑time asset health monitoring systems across the complex.

Manage and govern the oil analysis programme, ensuring standardisation and follow‑up actions.

Conduct audits on CM execution, reporting, data quality, and follow‑up on non‑conformances.

People Management & Collaboration

Supervise and coach condition monitoring artisans, ensuring high-quality work and safe practices.

Work closely with Reliability Engineers, Mechanical/Instrumentation teams, and Operations to resolve deviations and implement long‑term improvements.

Provide training, mentorship, and knowledge‑sharing for teams involved in rotating equipment maintenance.

Build strong relationships with Operations, Maintenance, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment on equipment health priorities.

Safety, Risk & Compliance

Ensure all CM activities comply with SHE requirements, legal standards, and safe work practices.

Apply risk management principles and maintain risk visibility for critical rotating equipment.

Formal Education

National Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical / Electrical / Instrumentation) with 10+ years relevant experience

OR

University Bachelor degree with 6+ years relevant experience

OR

Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering / Business / Management (Preferred)

Required Personal and Professional Skills

TC_Analyse Alternatives and Recommend Solutions

TC_Manage Organisational Effectiveness

TC_Troubleshoots Technical Issues

TC_Review and Reporting

TC_Compliance Management

BC_Ensures Accountability

BC_Collaborates

BC_Communicates Effectively

BC_Manages Complexity

BC_Situational Adaptability

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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Area Manager Rotating Equipment

Posting Date: Jul 24, 2026

Location: Sasolburg

Company: Sasol

Sasol is a global integrated chemicals and energy company with a 75-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.

Sasol invests in its employees along every stage of the career path and offers development opportunities to help you cultivate your career in a culture that embraces diversity and inclusion.

Job Req ID

12794

Closing Date

7 August 2026

OME

Sasolburg and Natref Operations

Location

Sasolburg, Free State

Purpose of Job

To provide a Rotating equipment maintenance, project and reliability service to the Sasol Business units serviced by Rotating Equipment on the Sasol site.

Key Accountabilities

Operational, Financial and Technical Results:

• Manage group of maintenance  foreman,fitters and assistants, performing maintenance on turbo machinery.
• Ensure that critical rotating equipment is reliable and available through technical assistance and quality control during maintenance work.
• Plan and determine cost for maintenance overhauls and improvement projects on rotating equipment.
• Technical expert regarding specifications, controls and fault diagnostics on rotating equipment.
• Technical scope for refurbishment of critical spares

Leadership and Growth Results:

• Personal development within the rotating equipment environment
• Support company values and safety standards

Customer and Relationships Results:

• Liaise with customers regarding their machines and ensure they are kept up to date on the status of projects and maintenance work.
• Assist customers to get optimum performance from their equipment.
• Provide commissioning assistance

Management Results:

• Manage artisans and assistants
• Liaise with technical specialists where required
• Manage subcontractors providing services for a project/shutdown.
• Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with ISO 9001-2000 procedures.
• Ensure compliance to quality standards and procedures as specified in the quality documentation for overhauls.

Innovation and Improvement Results:

• Continuous improvement of existing practices/procedures(simpler, quicker, better)
• Implementation of new technology or ideas to improve our machines availability and reliability.

Formal Education

• National Diploma or S4 (Mechanical) (NQF Level 5) and a       B-Tech (Mechanical)

Work Experience

• At least 5 years Rotating equipment,turbo, maintenance and project experience
• Management of a technical/maintenance group
• Faultfinding and Root cause failure analysis.
• Condition monitoring of equipment.
• Management of small maintenance projects.

Licenses

Valid Code 08 driver’s license

Required Personal and Professional Skills

TC_Operational and Safety Factors

TC_Analyse Alternatives and Recommend Solutions

TC_Plant Equipment Maintenance

TC_Review and Reporting

TC_Understanding Customer Needs

LC_Commercial Agility

LC_Business Ownership

LC_Drives Innovation

LC_Customer Centricity

LC_Collaborative

LC_Inspirational

LC_Builds Talent

LC_Developing Self

LC_Partnerships

LC_Delivery Excellence

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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