Sasol - Sasolburg Jobs - 14 September 2026

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Chemical Plant Operator (CPO)

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

13125

Closing Date

25 September 2026

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Sasolburg & Natref Operations

Location

Sasolburg, Free State

Please note

The successful candidate will be appointed according to the career ladder for MSP positions according to your level of experience and qualifications.

Purpose of Job

A Chemical Plant Operator operates process equipment, systems and processes for a specific plant / unit within the Sasol environment to achieve production requirements in a safe manner.

Commissioning and decommission of the pumps; filters and reactors
Adhere to all safety regulations and work standards
Comply with legal requirements and be prepared to do physical work as stipulated in the job description,
Process artisan reporting to dayshift Foreman and adhere to Foreman reasonable and safe instructions Practice good housekeeping, plant cleaning
Comply with legal requirements
Report incidents and near misses
The successful candidate must be willing to work shifts.
He / she will be required to do shift cover duties and work overtime (in accordance with legislation)
Active participation in Behaviour Based Safety, IMS inspections and SHE representative roles
Physically monitor production processes
Sample taking
Completion of checklists (safety, start up, shutdown, etc)

Key Accountabilities

Provides adequate feedback to supervisor on work progress
Participates in risk assessments according to legislation and company requirements to improve safety
Maintains good housekeeping and adheres to waste disposal procedures
Work Independently
Understand and know the business, drives and KPIs
Apply and maintain safety in a working environment
Participates in shift handover meetings
Provides adequate feedback to supervisor on work progress
Participates in risk assessments according to legislation and company requirements to improve safety
Maintains good housekeeping and adheres to waste disposal procedures
Work Independently
Understand and know the business, drives and KPIs
Identifies personal training and development needs, and incorporates into PDP with group leader’s approval
Conduct on the job coaching of learners
SME Presentation on specific plant equipment
Conducts IMS inspections to maintain and improve plant sustainability
Work effectively in a team
Play an appropriate main role during emergency situations to get the plant back on line
Give and receive feedback to other disciplines (partners on daily issues
Gives input at toolbox talks to improve plant safety

Formal Education

Matric with Maths and Science

NQF4/ QCTO Qualification/Certificate in Chemical Operations

Working Experience

Experience: 3+ relevant years

Required Personal and Professional Skills

BC_Optimizes Work Processes

BC_Communicates Effectively

TC_Production Resource Management

TC_Production Risk Management

TC_P_Project Quality Management

BC_Manages Complexity

TC_Equipment Utilisation

BC_Drives Results

TC_Production and Procedure Management

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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Snr Specialist Tools & Modelling

Location: Sasolburg

Company: Sasol

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

13140

Closing Date

25 September 2026

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Sasolburg and Natref Operations

Location

Sasolburg, Free State

Purpose of Job

To lead the development, implementation, validation and maintenance of Natref linear programming (LP) models and related optimisation tools in order to enable robust refinery planning, improve margin, support BE50 and continuous improvement initiatives, and maximise value across the Natref refinery value chain.

To ensure that Natref LP models accurately represent current refinery configuration, operating constraints, yields, utilities, crude and product properties, and planned business or project changes.

To investigate and introduce fit-for-purpose modelling methodologies and technologies, while leveraging support from Sasol Group, Haverly, TotalEnergies and other approved specialist partners to build sustainable internal Natref modelling capability.

To provide technical guidance, training and support to Natref LP users, planners, analysts, Process Engineering, Operations, Finance and Commercial stakeholders.

Key Accountabilities

Design, build, implement and maintain Natref LP models, sub-models and related optimisation tools for production planning, crude evaluation, operating-mode optimisation, budgeting, forecasting, project evaluation and business studies.
Ensure alignment and consistency between the Natref planning model, retro-run or backcasting models, sub-models, economic assumptions and relevant Sasol Group models or shared modelling frameworks.
Maintain accurate representation of the Natref refinery configuration, unit operating envelopes, capacities, yields, utility balances, crude assays, product qualities, logistics constraints and commercial assumptions.
Develop, maintain and enforce Natref modelling standards, governance procedures, model documentation, data ownership, change control and version control.
Plan and perform routine model validation, calibration, sensitivity testing, audits and health checks to identify gaps and continuously improve model performance and decision quality.
Work with the Refinery Analyst, Production Planner, Business Analyst, Process Engineering and Operations to implement recommendations arising from retro-run or backcasting analysis and close model-versus-actual performance gaps.
Translate approved refinery modifications, Hybrid Project changes, shutdown impacts, new crude or product options, process upgrades and commercial changes into validated LP model updates.
Provide timely optimisation scenarios and recommendations that support BE50, margin uplift, utilisation improvement, value protection, reliability and continuous improvement objectives.
Manage and coordinate the delivery of approved LP technology vendors and specialist support providers, including Haverly, TotalEnergies and Sasol Group resources, ensuring clear scope, quality, knowledge transfer and value for Natref.
Partner with Information Management to ensure compliance with Natref and shareholder governance, cybersecurity, licensing, software deployment, access control and business-continuity requirements.
Build sustainable internal Natref LP capability through structured training, coaching, user guides, model clinics, succession development and competency assessment for planners, analysts and relevant technical users.
Facilitate the Natref LP governance forum or Model Matrix, communicate model changes and assumptions, and ensure stakeholders understand the business and operational impact of model recommendations.
Maintain an LP model improvement roadmap, proactively manage modelling risks and dependencies, and report progress, constraints and support requirements to VPS and Natref leadership.
Promote safe, ethical and fact-based decisions by ensuring optimisation recommendations are technically feasible, transparent, traceable and aligned with SHE, operational and commercial requirements.

Formal Education

BEng/BSc Engineering or equivalent four year technical degree.
A postgraduate qualification in Engineering, Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Economics or Business is advantageous.

Work Experience

8 years relevant refinery, petrochemical, energy, optimisation, planning or LP modelling experience, including practical model development, calibration and business decision support.

Certification and Professional Membership

Professional registration and/or recognised Linear Programming (LP) modelling or optimisation-tool training is advantageous.

Required Personal and Professional Skills

BC_Optimizes Work Processes

TC_Production Scheduling

TC_Production Resource Management

TC_Strategic Planning

BC_Plans and Aligns

TC_Production Planning

BC_Values Diversity and Inclusion

BC_Situational Adaptability

BC_Decision Quality

TC_Planning and Organisation

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Area Manager Rotating Equipment x2

Location: Sasolburg

Company: Sasol

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

13157

Closing Date

25 September 2026

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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

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Shutdown Planner

Location: Sasolburg

Company: Sasol

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

13143

Closing Date

25 September 2026

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Sasolburg and Natref Operations

Location

Sasolburg

Purpose of Job

Execute shutdown planning functions, including the interpretation of shutdown scope and the breakdown thereof into individual activities.
Coordinate shutdown activities through the application of planning and resource scheduling tools, techniques, and activities.
Develop shutdown schedules in conjunction with Operations and Maintenance and Shutdown Contractors.
Gather data and prepare resource loading of schedules.
Capture key milestones, start dates, and end dates.
Identify critical paths and float.
Assist in progress reporting against baseline.
Ensure Shutdown projects are captured on EIS.
Alert shutdown team to concerns of potential deviations.
Provide up-to-date feedback on shutdown activities during shutdowns.
Assist in resolving resource re-allocation and make new plans to protect critical paths during shutdowns.

Key Accountabilities

Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the scope of the shutdown and actively participate in the successful execution of the shutdown.
Compile shutdown schedules in planning software.
Develop with the Shutdown Management Team a shutdown’s critical path, activities, and resources required to execute a successful shutdown.
Develop baseline schedules through the Interactive Planning Session with the SD project team.
Utilise schedule performance data in the updating and forecasting of schedules.
Incorporate Contractors schedules into project schedules for tracking overall status.
Develop and update S-curves for Engineering, Procurement and Construction work based on resource-loaded schedules.
Provide oversight of EC Contractor planning activates.
Compile detail shutdown plans, BU consolidated plans, and resource plans.
Prepare status reports according to agreed reporting calendar.
Implement and maintain tools which will provide the information necessary for the shutdown teams to realistically plan and accurately assess status as it relates to labour hour budgets, progress and earned value.
Execute duties in accordance with procedures and strategies to ensure reliability with respect to planning information.
Ensure no revisions are made to baseline schedule until written approvals are obtained per shutdown management and Change Management Procedures during shutdowns.
Revise schedules according to change approvals.
Ensure all approval and review processes are followed according to procedures and policies.
Ensure agreed upon reporting requirements are delivered against deadlines.
Apply evidence-based SHE practices in alignment with set standards for safe operations.
Implement Sasol Group’s risk philosophy and enterprise risk management framework.
Build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enable the achievement of operational excellence.
Continuously improve own skills and knowledge. Complete, implement, and track personal development plan to attain personal performance goals.

Formal Education

Grade 12 with Maths and Science

Occupational Trade Qualification (NQF4)

Work experience

5 years in maintenance or project/shutdown planning environment

Required Personal and Professional Skills

BC_Manages Complexity

TC_Review and Reporting

TC_Equipment Utilisation

BC_Directs Work

BC_Decision Quality

BC_Manages Ambiguity

TC_Planning and Organisation

TC_Quality Control and Reliability

BC_Balances Stakeholders

TC_Compliance Management

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Artisan Mechanical Fitter

Location: Sasolburg

Company: Sasol

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

13154

Closing Date

25 September 2026

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Sasolburg & Natref Operations

Location

Sasolburg, Free State

Please note:

The successful candidate will be appointed according to the career ladder for MSP positions according to your level of experience and qualifications.

Purpose of Job

To support production by providing effective equipment maintenance and reliability while adhering to procedures/codes, and utilizing all available support resources to increase stability and maintain sustainability of the plant and/or equipment.

Key Accountabilities

Do daily plant preventative inspection
Planning own tasks
Do preventative and repairs on plant equipment according to safety regulations, instruction and quality procedures.
Conduct fault finding on mechanical equipment
Initiate pro-actives in maintenance
Must be able to do standby
Willing to work overtime
Able to work independently
Good interpersonal skills
Computer literate
Conduct fault finding
Identify trends and initiate solutions for specific equipment failures
Be able to do preventative repairs on plant equipment
Be able to execute tasks, with minimal supervision
Team player: – able to function in a large group of artisans, or a diverse group of disciplines
Be able to work under pressure

Formal Education

Grade 12/ N3 with Maths, Science and English
NQF level 4 Mechanical Fitter or equivalent qualification ex QCTO certificate
Trade Certificate a must

Work Experience

At least 2 year’s maintenance mechanical experience as a qualified Fitter/Learner Artisan Mechanical
Reading and understanding work management process
Experience in variety of mechanical equipment, pumps, compressors, drives, mechanical seals, gearboxes, heat exchangers, cooling towers, vessels and piping.
Bucket elevators, Conveyor belts, Vibrating screens, and Rotating drums

Additional requirements

Be able to work at heights, dirty and noisy areas
Actively participate in discussions that improve maintenance, quality and safety
Must be physically fit
Knowledge of emergency procedures
Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license

Required Personal and Professional Skills

BC_Customer Focus

BC_Manages Complexity

TC_Analyse Alternatives and Recommend Solutions

TC_Troubleshoots Technical Issues

TC_Equipment Utilisation

BC_Decision Quality

BC_Action Oriented

TC_Planning and Organisation

BC_Ensures Accountability

TC_Engineering Implementation

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Snr/ Technician Mechanical

Location: Sasolburg

Company: Sasol

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

13111

Closing Date

18 September 2026

OME

Sasolburg & Natref Ops

Location

Natref, Sasolburg

Purpose of Job

To test or modify developmental or operational mechanical / electro-mechanical machinery or control equipment in Natref plants or to maintain them in the best possible condition.

Key Accountabilities

Ensure that work standards are met according to quality, quantity and due dates.Conduct basic processing and reporting.Perform all tasks cost consciously.Ensures that self and team meet targets, due dates and quality standards. Cost awareness and control.
Awareness, focus and control of cost / budget. Independently gather information and data accumulation.
Ensure that work standards are met according to quality, quantity and due dates.Manage complex schedules and communicate possible delays in meeting deadlines.
Resource utilization and efficiency.Optimizes and control resources effectively.Independently implement solutions based on cost awareness.
Ensure optimal resource utilization.Ensures that self and team meet targets, due dates and quality standards.
Achieve safety and risk objectives. Apply safety in all practices, specifically project planning and execution.
Ensure safe project execution and implement safe work procedures. Understand the company vision and values.
Demonstrate the desired behaviours in agreement with the Sasol Values.Personal development and effectiveness.
Improve own skills and knowledge.Take ownership for personal improvement and skills development.
Apply the learning experience at the workplace.Agree and review personal performance goals and the achievement thereof.
Ensure that personal development plan is completed, implemented and tracked.Set and work towards own performance targets and goals as per personal performance agreement.
Update performance goals and performance agreement regularly.Agree and review personal performance goals and the achievement thereof.
Plan, organize, control and report own work.Ensure work is completed as planned.Manage own work planning and delivery according to targets.
Policies, practices, standards, procedures and methods: application and compliance.Review compliance and follow up against the standards and objectives.Develop suitable technical proposals based on practical and theoretical knowledge.
Apply and comply with all legal and company standards, procedures and methods.Problem solving and decision making.
Resolve work obstacles and issues positively and quickly.Demonstrates good understanding of customer needs.
Build customer relationships in order to understand their needs.Share key information and ideas or learning with customers and teams.Develop and maintain effective working relationships with managers and peers.
Project a positive image of the department.Develop and maintain effective working relationships with managers and peers.
Practice effective manager and peer working relationships.Team and colleague communication.
Demonstrate effective listening and communication skills when dealing with colleagues.Continuous improvement Improve present way of doing work by continuously asking questions.Makes suggestions to optimise equipment, systems and processes.
Share and implement new ideas regarding work.

Formal Education & Minimum Experience

Matric/N3 with Maths, English & Physical Science AND

Minimum 4 years’ experience and National Diploma Mechanical Engineering

Minimum 3 years’ experience and Btech Mechanical Engineering

Minimum 6 – 7 years’ experience and Btech Mechanical Engineering

Required Personal and Professional Skills

TC_Troubleshoots Technical Issues

BC_Manages Complexity

BC_Plans and Aligns

TC_Engineering design

TC_Equipment Utilisation

BC_Directs Work

BC_Situational Adaptability

BC_Action Oriented

TC_Planning and Organisation

TC_Engineering Implementation

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Snr/ Technician Mechanical

Location: Sasolburg

Company: Sasol

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

13111

Closing Date

18 September 2026

OME

Sasolburg & Natref Ops

Location

Natref, Sasolburg

Purpose of Job

To test or modify developmental or operational mechanical / electro-mechanical machinery or control equipment in Natref plants or to maintain them in the best possible condition.

Key Accountabilities

Ensure that work standards are met according to quality, quantity and due dates.Conduct basic processing and reporting.Perform all tasks cost consciously.Ensures that self and team meet targets, due dates and quality standards. Cost awareness and control.
Awareness, focus and control of cost / budget. Independently gather information and data accumulation.
Ensure that work standards are met according to quality, quantity and due dates.Manage complex schedules and communicate possible delays in meeting deadlines.
Resource utilization and efficiency.Optimizes and control resources effectively.Independently implement solutions based on cost awareness.
Ensure optimal resource utilization.Ensures that self and team meet targets, due dates and quality standards.
Achieve safety and risk objectives. Apply safety in all practices, specifically project planning and execution.
Ensure safe project execution and implement safe work procedures. Understand the company vision and values.
Demonstrate the desired behaviours in agreement with the Sasol Values.Personal development and effectiveness.
Improve own skills and knowledge.Take ownership for personal improvement and skills development.
Apply the learning experience at the workplace.Agree and review personal performance goals and the achievement thereof.
Ensure that personal development plan is completed, implemented and tracked.Set and work towards own performance targets and goals as per personal performance agreement.
Update performance goals and performance agreement regularly.Agree and review personal performance goals and the achievement thereof.
Plan, organize, control and report own work.Ensure work is completed as planned.Manage own work planning and delivery according to targets.
Policies, practices, standards, procedures and methods: application and compliance.Review compliance and follow up against the standards and objectives.Develop suitable technical proposals based on practical and theoretical knowledge.
Apply and comply with all legal and company standards, procedures and methods.Problem solving and decision making.
Resolve work obstacles and issues positively and quickly.Demonstrates good understanding of customer needs.
Build customer relationships in order to understand their needs.Share key information and ideas or learning with customers and teams.Develop and maintain effective working relationships with managers and peers.
Project a positive image of the department.Develop and maintain effective working relationships with managers and peers.
Practice effective manager and peer working relationships.Team and colleague communication.
Demonstrate effective listening and communication skills when dealing with colleagues.Continuous improvement Improve present way of doing work by continuously asking questions.Makes suggestions to optimise equipment, systems and processes.
Share and implement new ideas regarding work.

Formal Education & Minimum Experience

Matric/N3 with Maths, English & Physical Science AND

Minimum 4 years’ experience and National Diploma Mechanical Engineering

Minimum 3 years’ experience and Btech Mechanical Engineering

Minimum 6 – 7 years’ experience and Btech Mechanical Engineering

Required Personal and Professional Skills

TC_Troubleshoots Technical Issues

BC_Manages Complexity

BC_Plans and Aligns

TC_Engineering design

TC_Equipment Utilisation

BC_Directs Work

BC_Situational Adaptability

BC_Action Oriented

TC_Planning and Organisation

TC_Engineering Implementation

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Process Technologist II CA & Utilities

Location: Sasolburg

Company: Sasol

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

13124

Closing Date

21 September 2026

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Sasolburg and Natref Operations

Location

Sasolburg

Purpose of Job

Provide technical support by the independent formulation of a technical approach, data assimilation, assessment, interpretation and contextualisation for a portfolio of plant support activities and projects.

Key Accountabilities

Consistently deliver solutions which contributes to business results and improved competitiveness. Independent idea generation. Work independently, know when to seek assistance. Solve problems on
Consistently deliver solutions which contribute to business results and improved competitiveness.
Independent idea generation. Work independently, know when to seek assistance. Solve problems on related BU level and impacted value chains. Provide solutions which are aligned to business unit goals and values. Deliver quality cost- effective solutions on time and within risk parameters. Monitor the performance of the plant and implemented solutions. Accept and implement advice given on programmes and systems to create competitive advantage. Review and report on the process and risk impact with regards to a portfolio of projects. Data assimilation, assessment, interpretation and contextualisation for a portfolio of plant support activities and projects.
Demonstrate the desired behaviors in agreement with the Sasol Values
Monitors plant units against established criteria, reports on observed deviations and collaborates with shift management to correct such operational deviations. Ensures alignment across shift teams on correction of deviations and improved operating procedures.
Investigates operational improvement opportunities, proposes plans to management (shift and area manager production, lead engineer) and implements in collaboration with production teams.
Investigate incidents (SHE, production, equipment failure/loss in performance, process condition and product quality deviation) using established Sasol RCA processes and as part of a team. Implement recommendations for operating procedure or plant systems as directed.
Investigate process improvements and propose modifications to resolve defined problems or exploit improvement opportunities.
Implement designed solutions as part of the project team, take responsibility for business track deliverables in operating systems update, training of artisans, updating of engineering records, commissioning of plant systems. Prepares professional reports on findings and recommendations and issues to management as part of the plant knowledge management process.
Implement plant modifications assigned in accordance with the procedures of the MOC process and ensure full update of plant engineering documentation and proper close-out of modifications under your control.
Supports the execution of improvement initiatives in the production environment to improve productivity, adherence to operating controls and procedures, process artisan competence and skills levels, monitoring and reporting of plant performance measures.
Participates and contributes to plant improvement and governance studies, e.g. RCA’s, RBI studies, Incident investigations, etc.
Responsible to compile and distribute plant performance reports.
Perform production standby duties if declared competent and experienced to do so.
Collects plant data and evidence to supplement DCS and data historian information for problem analysis work. Escalates problem investigation to technical support level if a solution and correction of the problem cannot be achieved within one day.
Take ownership for personal improvement and skills development.

Formal Education

BTech University Bachelors Degree (South Africa)

Higher/Advanced Diploma (South Africa) in Engineering: Chemical

Working Experience

Experience: 5+ relevant years

Required Personal and Professional Skills

BC_Collaborates

TC_Process Risk Analysis

BC_Communicates Effectively

TC_Process Safety / Environmental

TC_Operating Process Knowledge

BC_Manages Complexity

BC_Situational Adaptability

TC_Engineering Design: Process Simulations

TC_Engineering Technical Operations Support

BC_Ensures Accountability

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Artisan Instrument Mechanician

Location: Sasolburg

Company: Sasol

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

13112

Closing Date

18 September 2026

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Sasolburg and Natref Operations

Location

Sasolburg

Please note:

The successful candidate will be appointed according to the career ladder for MSP positions according to your level of experience and qualifications.

Purpose of Job

An Artisan supports production by providing effective equipment maintenance and reliability while adhering to procedures/codes, and utilising all available support resources to increase stability and maintain sustainability of the plant.

Key Accountabilities

Instrumentation

Maintaining and calibrating instrumentation.
Maintaining and calibrating control valves.
Calibrate and replace transmitters.

Control Systems ( YOKOGAWA, SIEMANS)

Participate in the maintenance of Control Systems
Conduct fault finding/diagnostics
Alarm management
Basic Software engineering & configuration
Maintain plant DCS hardware
Maintain and do fault finding on Modbus

Alarm and Trip management

Perform in Alarm and Trip tests

Plant Emergency Shutdown (ESD) (SIS) (HIMA)

Maintain ESD systems and function
Outline the purpose of cause and effect diagrams

Hazardous Area Management

Conduct inspections on classified equipment and logging of deviations
Conduct repairs and replacements on classified equipment

Work management system

Understand and use the plant maintenance documentation system
Understand planning work management system
SAP experience will be an advantage

Formal Education

Matric with Maths and Science or N3 Maths, Science and English

NQF4 Qualification in Instrumentation

Valid driver’s licence

Trade Qualification (Red Seal) – Must

Working Experience

Experience: 2+ relevant years

Required Personal and Professional Skills

TC_Plant Equipment Maintenance

BC_Customer Focus

BC_Manages Complexity

TC_Analyse Alternatives and Recommend Solutions

TC_Troubleshoots Technical Issues

TC_Equipment Utilisation

BC_Decision Quality

BC_Demonstrates Self-awareness

TC_Planning and Organisation

BC_Ensures Accountability

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Instruments & Controls Foreman

Location: Sasolburg

Company: Sasol

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

13083

Closing Date

16 September 2026

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Sasolburg & Natref Ops

Location

Sasolburg – Natref|Free state

Purpose of Job

Accountable for first line leadership and management of team members to enable the work of self and team members and building their expertise and skills, and deliver frontline team results such as Safety, Production, Maintenance, Quality, Cost and Motivation.

Key Accountabilities

Planning, control and management of operations/maintenance activity
Ensure effective execution of operations/maintenance activities
Ensure maximum task quality and efficiency, and overall effective use of equipment
Manage and control costs (where allocated budget responsibility is assigned)
During emergency situations, evaluate the abnormalities and take corrective action as to avoid downtime, equipment damage and/or SHERQ incidents
Ensure own team adhere to operational/maintenance procedures for people and plant
Ensure maintenance planning is scheduled optimally to maximise production output
Take action on first occurrence performance problems, misconduct, disciplinary and grievance cases
Manage performance of own team
Ensure sensitisation to diversity in the workplace
Get results through empowering others to act
Enable artisans to achieve competence for career progression
Coaching and technical training of own staff
Accountable for practical “declaration of competence” of employees to operate the plant
Ensures team motivation and team wellness
Lives company values and ensures compliance of team to the values
Facilitate effective Communication up and down from management and also within own and other stakeholder teams
Participate in selection of staff (for own team) by being an active member on recruitment panels
Ensure standard operating procedures are applied
Ensure compliance to PSM (Process Safety Management)
Manage certain start-up and shutdown tasks
Participate (or conduct on own team) in potential deviation analysis (PDA), root cause analysis (RCA) and risk assessments
Manage execution to work permit system standards and safe work procedures
Conduct Task Risk Assessments and ensure that team conducts Task Risk
Assessments (where applicable)
Ensure compliance to relevant Sasol/Natref procedure, policies, legislation and business processes
Manages behaviour based safety program
Ensure adherence to SHERQ legal standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OSHAS 18001)and implement SHERQ processes for own area of responsibility
Ensure that MOC process is followed, and that modified plant/maintenance procedures are implemented by artisans
Writing and reporting
Understands customer requirement and ensures product/service meets customer requirements
Ensure resources (e.g. raw materials, people) are available on site
Ensure smooth transition of work from own shift to next shift
Effective interaction with supporting activities e.g. P&SM, technical, engineering
Identifies and supports inter-dependencies (synergies) with own and other departments within the value chain
Give input into how to improve overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) for the plant
Continuously applies new ideas/work methods to improve results
Deals with human resistance to change in own area
Provide information/assist with projects with technical/support functions
Avail staff for training and development required due to the change initiative

Formal Education

Grade 12 with Maths, Science, English AND NQF 4 Occupational Trade Qualification;
OR NQF 4Qualification – (with the NQF 4 Occupational Trade Qualification)

Working Experience

Minimum of 8 years’ experience as an Instruments & Control artisan and identified and measured Leadership competency.

Required Personal and Professional Skills

TC_Inspections

TC_Analyse Alternatives and Recommend Solutions

TC_Quality Control and Reliability

TC_Quality Management Procedures and Standards

TC_Review and Reporting

BC_Ensures Accountability

BC_Action Oriented

BC_Manages Complexity

BC_Decision Quality

BC_Situational Adaptability

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Maintenance & Engineering Planner

Location: Sasolburg

Company: Sasol

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

13069

Closing Date

16 September 2026

OME

Sasolburg and Natref Operations (Natref site)

Location

Sasolburg

Purpose of Job

Enable plant stability through optimization of planning processes with support to planning personnel to ensure effective and productive utilization of systems and processes.

Key Accountabilities

Consistently deliver on all service level agreements.
Deliver quality, cost effective service and support on time.
Awareness, focus and control of cost/budget.
Accept and implement Technical expertise and advice in order to improve business performance.
Technical/operating systems and models- Produced new value adding service and product delivery that transformed an aspect of the business.
Establish and ensure that professional standards for service provision are met (Policies, practices, standards, procedures and methods: application and review).
Values behaviour, Personal development and effectiveness. Leadership accountabilities to reach results (where applicable).
Company values and goals support and promotion.
Support vision and values and goals.
Performance goals agreement and alignment- Expertise developed in others.
Improve personal technical and specialist skills and knowledge.
Ensure that work and project plans meets the technical and professional objectives.
Analyse recommendations and problems and design and design solutions and implement them effectively.
Progress monitoring, reporting and corrective action: Adapted to changing business environment and work requirements, solved problems, provided data on time.
Make a full contribution to statutory compliance and management.
Provide efficient and high quality services to internal and external customers.
Consistently meet customer and business needs and requirements (Contractor/consultant relationships/management).
Build constructive working relationships with manager, peers, clients and other service providers.
Knowledge sharing, networking and collaboration with colleagues and other teams.
Communicate and behave professionally so that actions result in high level of credibility, trust and respect (Technical/Professional communication to customers).
New ideas, thinking and approaches adopted and supported by the business.
Provide new ideas, thinking and approaches.

Formal Education

Matric or N3 Certificate

Trade Qualification

Working Experience

Experience: 4+ relevant years

Required Personal and Professional Skills

BC_Manages Complexity

TC_Review and Reporting

TC_Equipment Utilisation

BC_Directs Work

BC_Decision Quality

BC_Manages Ambiguity

TC_Planning and Organisation

TC_Quality Control and Reliability

BC_Balances Stakeholders

TC_Compliance Management

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