Maintenance Operator Mechanical

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

Job summary

Sasol is seeking an Assistant to Artisan for rotating equipment at Sasolburg. You will support artisans, assist with tasks and ensure tools and areas are organized for safe operations.

The role requires Grade 12 with maths and science and a valid code 8 license, with 2–3 years in a maintenance environment. On-site position alongside a dynamic team in a chemical and energy context.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with maths and science is required.
• Valid Code 8 (Must) and Code 10 (Wish) drivers licences.
• 2–3 years in a maintenance environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist, support and accompany artisans to ensure safe executions of the tasks.
• Ensure that housekeeping is always adhered to.
• Ensure that tools are correctly packed and always kept in safe and well controlled area.
• Prepare and arrange tools required to execute different tasks as instructed by artisan.
• Assist with installation and removal of machine components.
• Identify and ensure correct oil or lubricant for services.
• Drive and deliver samples as and when required.

Skills

Communicates Effectively

Manages Complexity

Analyze Alternatives

Troubleshoots Technical Issues

Equipment Utilisation

Decision Quality

Action Oriented

Planning and Organisation

Accountability

Engineering Implementation

Education

Grade 12 with maths and science

Valid Code 8 drivers licence

Valid Code 10 drivers licence

Tools

Basic hand tools knowledge

Rotating equipment familiarity

Job description

Job Req ID

12998

Closing Date

8 September 2026

OME

Sasolburg and Natref Operations

Location

Sasolburg

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.

Please note: The successful candidate will be appointed according to the career ladder for MSP positions according to your level of experience and qualifications.

Purpose of Job

Assistant to Artisan on rotating equipment (pumps, fans, gearboxes).

Key Accountabilities

• Assist, support and accompany artisans to ensure safe executions of the tasks.


• Ensure that housekeeping is always adhered to.


• Ensure that tools are correctly packed and always kept in safe and well controlled area.


• Ensure safe and correct use of hand tools and other workshop equipment.


• Prepare and arrange tools required to execute different task as instructed by artisan.


• Assist with installation and removal of machine components.


• Identify and ensure correct oil or lubricant for services.


• Drive and deliver samples as and when required.

Formal Education

• Grade 12 with maths and science or NQF2 (Must)


• Valid Code 8 drivers licence (Must)


• Valid Code 10 drivers licence (Wish)

Work Experience

• 2-3 Years' experience in a maintenance environment.


• Familiar with rotating equipment, eg pumps, bearings, fans etc


• Basic hand tools knowledge


• Basic knowledge on oils and grease


• Basic knowledge on gaskets and gasket cutting

Required Personal And Professional Skills

• BC_Communicates Effectively


• 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.