Business Analyst

Phakisa Holdings; Sasolburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in South Africa is seeking a Business Analyst to support the Refinery in maximizing profitability. This role involves maintaining economic models, managing dashboards, and compiling reports. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Industrial Engineering and have 3 to 4 years of experience in a relevant field. Strong data analysis skills and proficiency in tools like Excel and Power BI are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 to 4 years of relevant experience in business analysis or process optimization.
• Prior exposure to refining operations is advantageous.
• Experience in data analysis and dashboards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the Economic Model with daily pricing.
• Develop and manage the Plan vs Actual tracking dashboard.
• Compile content for Monthly Planners Meetings.

Skills

Data analysis

Economic modeling

Communication skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Industrial Engineering

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Job Title : Business Analyst

Reporting to : Client Liaison Officer Seniority Level : Mid-Career (4 - 6 yrs exp) Regions : FreeState Type : Temporary

Purpose of the Role

To support the Refinery in maximizing profitability through structured optimization within established governance models and processes. The role involves cross-functional collaboration within the Business Unit (BU) to align Shareholder requirements with available resourcesconsidering supply agreements, capacity, availability, efficiency, and service levelsto sustainably optimize refinery performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the Economic Model with daily pricing and market indicators.
• Assist in developing and managing the Plan vs Actual tracking, monitoring, and reporting dashboard.
• Support the restoration and upkeep of Blending Performance Dashboards.
• Assist with the restoration of Unit Performance Dashboards.
• Prepare documentation and insights for Weekly Assurance Meetings.
• Compile and submit content for Monthly Planners Meetings.
• Handle the preparation and submission of all Refinery reports.
• Provide weekly status updates for SVP-level communication.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications : Bachelors degree in engineering (Chemical or Industrial Engineering)

Experience : Minimum 3 to 4 years of relevant experience in a production, operations, business analysis, or process optimization environment.

Prior exposure to refining operations or petrochemical industry is highly advantageous.

Experience in data analysis, economic modelling, and dashboards is preferred.

Demonstrated experience working in cross-functional teams.

Certifications / Professional Memberships : Not mandatory, but beneficial :

Certification in Business Analysis, Data Analytics, or Process Engineering (e.g. CBAP, Lean Six Sigma)

Membership with recognized engineering or business analytics bodies (e.g. ECSA, IIBA)

Key Competencies and Skills

Solid understanding of the refining value chain.

Knowledge of process unit operations, including their constraints and flexibilities.

Understanding of product blending principles.

High level of computer literacy, especially in tools related to data analysis and optimization (e.g. Excel, Power BI, LP Models).

Strong communication and presentation skills.

Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.