Integration & Optimisation Specialist

Sasol; Secunda; Hybrid; ZAR 450 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

Sasol is seeking a Blending Specialist and Technician in Secunda, Mpumalanga. This hybrid role focuses on blending fuel products and providing technical expertise to optimize logistics operations. Candidates should have a degree in Chemical Engineering and relevant experience in fuel blending and operations. Join Sasol and contribute to a sustainable future while advancing your career in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• 6 years in operations, fuel blending, or related fields.
• Knowledge of tank farm operations, blending economics, inventory control, and logistics operations.
• Experience in troubleshooting, process optimisation, and refinery scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement blend plans that align with market demand.
• Monitor tank levels to prevent storage imbalances.
• Provide technical support for blending and refinery processes.

Skills

Business Insight

Process Management and Development

Market Research and Analysis

Project Scope Control and Execution

Decision Quality

Logistics Interfaces

Ensures Accountability

Strategic Mindset

Logistics Administration and Analysis

Education

Matric/N3 (Maths, English & Physical Science)

University National Diploma, Btech or Bsc Degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

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 Req ID

8622

Closing Date

26 May 2025

OME

MSA – Energy Marketing & Sales

Location

Secunda, Mpumalanga

Purpose of Job

This hybrid role combines the responsibilities of a Blending Specialist (70%) and a Technician (30%), ensuring the efficient blending of fuel products while providing technical expertise to optimise Logistics operations.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop and implement blend plans that align with market demand, refinery constraints, and operational feasibility.
• Manage component production without specialised blending software, ensuring quality and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor tank levels to prevent storage imbalances that could disrupt refinery operations.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for blending and refinery processes, including equipment performance analysis, failure investigation, and operational optimisation.
• Ensure blending operations adhere to safety, environmental, and statutory regulations while continuously improving efficiency.
• Lead technical projects and implement plant operating philosophies to enhance Logistics performance and asset reliability.

Formal Education

Matric/N3 (Maths, English & Physical Science)
University National Diploma, Btech or Bsc Degree in Chemical Engineering

Working Experience

• 6 years in operations, fuel blending, or related fields.
• Knowledge of tank farm operations, blending economics, inventory control, and logistics operations.
• Experience in troubleshooting, process optimisation, and refinery scheduling.

Required Personal And Professional Skills

• Business Insight
• Process Management and Development
• Market Research and Analysis
• Plans and Aligns
• Project Scope Control and Execution
• Decision Quality
• Logistics Interfaces
• Ensures Accountability
• Strategic Mindset
• Logistics Administration and Analysis

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, please consider your application unsuccessful. Thank you for your interest in Sasol as your employer of choice, and we wish you success in your career pursuits and future applications with us.