Artisan Mechanical Fitter Grade 2

Sasol; Secunda; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Sasol is seeking a maintenance technician to operate basic mechanical and electro-mechanical equipment at the Secunda site in Mpumalanga. The role requires following detailed instructions to meet performance targets and adhering to safety management systems.

Applicants should have a Matric/N3 with Maths, English and Physical Science and a mechanical trade qualification. Experience in plant maintenance and risk assessments is advantageous. Drivers license is required.

Qualifications

• Matric/N3 with Maths, English and Physical Science is required.
• Trade qualification/certificate in mechanical discipline.
• Experience with plant maintenance documentation and risk assessments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate basic mechanical/electro-mechanical equipment and perform routine tasks following detailed instructions.
• Read, interpret and implement task risk assessments and plant maintenance documents.
• Contribute to plant safety by adhering to safety management systems and emergency procedures.
• Lead by example and mentor junior artisans where appropriate.
• Participate in root cause analyses and RCA teams for continuous improvement.
• Provide feedback on work progress to supervisors and planning officers.

Skills

Customer Focus

Manages Complexity

Analyze Alternatives

Troubleshoots Technical Issues

Equipment Utilisation

Decision Quality

Planning & Organisation

Accountability

Engineering Implementation

Education

Matric/N3 with Maths, English and Physical Science

Mechanical Red Seal / Occupational Trade Qualification

Job description

Sasl 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.

Sasl 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

13188

Closing Date

25 September 2026

OME

EOP: Secunda Operations

Location

Secunda, Mpumalanga

Purpose of Job

To operate basic mechanical /electro-mechanical equipment and machines, and carry out routine tasks following strict, detailed instructions to meet performance targets.

Key Accountabilities

• Proven competence in pre-identified areas per discipline of the plant/mine/equipment/systems.
• Understand and use the plant maintenance documentation system Understand planning work management system.
• Relevant plant/mine specific/basic process knowledge (defined per discipline).
• Compliance of Safety Management Systems e.g. IMS, MBO, etc. Able to apply emergency procedures.
• Read, interpret, and implement task risk assessment.
• Hazard identification/task risk assessments.
• Participates in daily morning meetings to discuss work assignments.
• Support the goals and vision of the business by meeting deadlines.
• Provides adequate feedback to supervisor on work progress.
• Participates in root cause analyses, and provides feedback to RCA teams.
• Participates in risk assessments according to legislation and company requirements to improve safety.
• Maintains good housekeeping and adheres to waste disposal procedures.
• Share knowledge with junior artisans in known environment/context.
• Participates in quarterly performance appraisal with group leader to improve personal development.
• Identifies personal training and development needs, and incorporates into PDP with group leader's approval.
• Lead by example (walks the talk).
• Assists with the development of works instructions to develop a higher level of staff competency.
• Take the lead in team efforts/tasks.
• Able to act as group leader (if appropriate to career path).
• Contribute to overall maintenance strategy and direction.
• Mentor learners/artisans informally.
• Conducts My IMS (physical inspections to maintain and improve plant sustainability).
• Work effectively in a team.
• Attends and interacts in PDAs and RCAs to improve plant safety and stability.
• Provides adequate feedback to group leader or planning officer on work progress.
• Ensures the correct history feedback is captured to improve renewals/ upgrades and critical spares are replaced.
• Gives input at toolbox talks to improve plant safety.

Formal Education

• Matric/N3 with Maths, English and Physical Science
• Occupational Trade Qualification/Certificate (Mechanical Red Seal)

Working Experience

Experience: 3+ relevant years

Licenses

Drivers 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

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.

Our automated process is designed to efficiently assess a large volume of applications. Should you not hear from us within 60 days of the advert closing then kindly consider your application unsuccessful. Thank you once-more for your interest in Sasol as your employer of choice, and we wish you all the best with your career aspirations and future applications with us.