Sasol – Artisan Instrument Mechanician x2

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. 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 Details

• Job Req ID: 6536

• Closing Date: 4 December 2024

• OME: Sasolburg and Natref Operations

• Location: Sasolburg

Note:

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

Purpose of Job

An Artisan Instrument Mechanician supports 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.

Key Accountabilities

• Execution of tasks associated with maintenance inspections and strategies, including trip tests.

• Calibration and maintenance of instrumentation: Level, Flow, Pressure, and Temperatures.

• Ability to read and interpret instrument loop drawings, control logic diagrams, data sheets, and associated technical documents.

• Knowledge of EX and IS standards for hazardous areas.

• Installation, testing, and commissioning of instrumentation in accordance with Sasol specifications.

• Proactive identification of instrumentation defects and malfunctions.

• Implementation of preventative maintenance activities (scheduled work).

• Strong instrumentation and control system skills for proper fault-finding and preventive maintenance.

• Conduct data extraction and analysis from DCS/SIS PLC during fault-finding exercises (fault finding, trends, etc.).

Formal Education

• Grade 12 with Maths, Science, and English as subjects

• NQF 4 Occupational Trade Qualification

• Red Seal (Wish)

Experience

• 3–5 years of relevant experience

• Experience with petrochemical equipment (added advantage)

Technical Skills

• Systems Knowledge:

• SIEMENS S7 Knowledge (Wish)

• DCS knowledge

• ESD/SIS knowledge

• Technical Abilities:

• Electrical and Instrument Loop drawings interpretation

• Reading and interpreting MFD (Mechanical Flow Diagram or Process Flow Diagram)

• PLC fault-finding (hardware and software)

Additional Requirements

• Driver’s license (minimum Code 08)

• Own transport

• Willingness to perform standby duties

Required Personal and Professional Skills

Technical Competencies (TC):

• Plant Equipment Maintenance

• Analyses Alternatives and Recommends Solutions

• Troubleshoots Technical Issues

• Equipment Utilization

• Planning and Organization

Behavioral Competencies (BC):

• Customer Focus

• Manages Complexity

• Decision Quality

• Demonstrates Self-awareness

• Ensures Accountability

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