Maintenance Operator

Sasol; Secunda; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy company is seeking a Maintenance Operator in Secunda, South Africa. The role involves supporting the Maintenance Team by ensuring effective equipment maintenance and adhering to safety standards. Applicants must have Grade 12 with Maths and Science, a First Aid certificate, and at least 12 months of underground coal mining experience. This position emphasizes safety and teamwork while offering development opportunities within a diverse culture.

Qualifications

• 12 months underground coal mining experience is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective equipment maintenance assistance.
• Conduct visual inspections of the working environment.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and health regulations.

Skills

Safety Awareness

Emergency preparedness

Knowledge of SOPs & COPs

Education

Grade 12/N3/NCV Level 4 with Maths & Science

First Aid certificate

Medical certificate of fitness

5 Gasses completed

Job description

Overview

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 7287

Closing Date 6 October 2025

Geographical Area Various Sasol Mines

OME Mining

About The Role / Purpose Of The Job

This Maintenance Operator will be supporting the Maintenance Team by providing effective equipment maintenance assistance and reliability while adhering to procedures/codes, to increase stability and maintain sustainability of equipment.

Functional Outputs

• Complete job specific task/checklist accurately.
• Visual inspection of working environment ensuring safety standards are adhered to and reporting any unsafe conditions to superior.
• Application of job specific SOPs and COPs to ensure housekeeping standards are upheld.
• Function efficiently and effectively as part of a team to work towards achieving team goals.
• Be sensitive to how actions affect the cost of the team, identify and act on cost saving initiatives.
• Report all task activities.

Important Notes

• The Sasol Group / Sasol Mining will never request you to make any cash deposits/payments as part of the recruitment process.
• In line with Sasol’s commitment to Employment Equity, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups.
• In addition to a pre-employment medical examination, some positions may require a physical fitness assessment as part of the normal selection criteria.

Job Requirements

Qualifications

• Grade 12/N3/NCV Level 4 with Maths & Science
• First Aid certificate
• Medical certificate of fitness
• 5 Gasses completed

Specific Experience Required

• 12 months underground coal mining experience (Must)

Key Competencies Required

Leadership

• SELF-MASTERY - Takes accountability for driving own growth through developing self-awareness, reflecting, seeking feedback and self-correcting.

Functional / Technical

Knowledge and skills of the following:

• Safety Awareness
• Safety procedures
• Emergency preparedness
• SOPs & COPs
• Flameproofing
• Mine Health & Safety Act
• OSHA
• Interpret written information & works instructions

Note: Failure to provide Sasol with truthful information and valid documents will render your application null and void.

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. If you do 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.