Chemical Plant Operator (CPO) x9

Sasol Limited; Secunda; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Sasol is seeking a Chemical Plant Operator (CPO) for Secunda Operations to coordinate and direct maintenance and repair services on a production line. The role requires control panel management, hands-on troubleshooting, and active safety governance.

With 3+ years of relevant experience, you will work in a team, contribute to DSP-based improvements, and participate in safety and training initiatives. Matric/N3 and a Chemical Operations qualification are essential.

Qualifications

• Matric/N3 with Maths, English and Physical Science is required.
• Chieta NQF Level 4 Chemical Operations certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and direct maintenance and repair services for a specific process within a production line.
• Manage control panel operations and perform complex troubleshooting.
• Provide feedback to supervisor on work progress and participate in risk assessments to improve safety.
• Maintain good housekeeping and adhere to waste disposal procedures.
• Participate in shift handover meetings and ensure plant safety during operations.
• Identify personal training needs and contribute to PDP with supervisor approval.
• Coach learners on the job and present on specific plant equipment.

Skills

Communicates effectively

Production resource management

Project quality management

Drives results

Manages complexity

Production and procedure management

Accountability

Education

Matric/N3 with Maths English and Physical Science

Chieta NQF Level 4 Chemical Operations

Job description

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Chemical Plant Operator (CPO) x9

Posting Date: Oct 26, 2026

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

13457

Closing Date

09 November 2026

OME

EOP: Secunda Operations

Purpose of Job

To coordinate and direct maintenance and repair services for a specific process within a production line, through control panel management and more complex troubleshooting.

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.
• 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/N3 with Maths, English and Physical Science
• Chieta NQF Level 4 Chemical Operations

Working Experience

Experience: 3+ relevant years

Licenses

Drivers License

Required Personal and Professional Skills

BC_Communicates Effectively

TC_Production Resource Management

TC_P_Project Quality Management

BC_Manages Complexity

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.