Principal Inspector

Sasol; Sasolburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy company in Sasolburg is seeking an experienced inspector to conduct statutory inspections on pressure equipment. The role includes performing in-service inspections, maintaining statutory records, and contributing technical input into risk-based studies. Applicants should have relevant experience in the petrochemical industry and necessary qualifications such as SAQCC Competent Inspector certification. The position requires working in elevated positions and in a plant environment.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years work relevant experience in petro-chemical industries.
• Working knowledge of API inspection codes.
• Welding Inspector Level 2 may be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-service inspections on pressure vessels.
• Conduct technical input into risk-based inspection studies.
• Coordinate non-destructive testing.

Skills

TC_Inspections

BC_Customer Focus

TC_Quality Control and Reliability

Education

SAQCC Competent Inspector – Pressure Vessels

Grade 12, Maths & Science / N3

Job description

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 Req ID: 11107

Closing Date: 28 January 2026

OME: ROAS

Location: Sasolburg

Purpose of Job

Performing statutory inspections on Pressure Equipment in Sasol Sasolburg Plants.

Key Accountabilities

• In-service inspections including:
  • Statutory inspection on pressure vessels
  • Inspection of piping systems
  • Inspection of valves and safety valves
  • Inspection of tanks
• Statutory record keeping of interventions on pressure equipment
• Inspection of corrosion prevention systems
• Technical input into failure and repair studies
• Coordination and technical inputs into risk‑based inspection studies on pressure equipment.
• Coordination of non‑destructive testing.

Formal Qualifications

• Grade 12, Maths & Science / N3 with appropriate subjects (Maths / Science / Drawings)
• SAQCC Competent Inspector – Pressure Vessels
• At least one of the following:
  • SAQCC Competent Inspector – Pressure Vessels Non‑Metallics
  • SAQCC Competent Inspector – Boilers / Steam Generator
  • SAQCC Inspector of Pressurised Equipment
  • SAQCC Inspector of Pressurised Non‑Metallics Equipment
• Welding Inspector Level 1 may be advantageous
• Welding Inspector Level 2 may be advantageous
• Coatings course may be advantageous
• Penetrant testing level 1 & 2 may be advantageous
• Magnetic Particle testing levels 1 & 2 may be advantageous

Work Experience

• 4–6 years work relevant experience in petro‑chemical industries
• Working knowledge of and experience in API inspection codes

Applicant must be able to work in a petrochemical environment, including:

• Vessel entry
• Work in elevated positions
• Work outside in plant environment

Required Personal And Professional Skills

• TC_Inspections
• TC_Quality Management Procedures and Standards
• BC_Customer Focus
• TC_Analyse Alternatives and Recommend Solutions
• TC_Review and Reporting
• BC_Decision Quality
• BC_Demonstrates Self‑awareness
• BC_Builds Effective Teams
• TC_Quality Control and Reliability
• 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.

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.