Process Technician I: Optimise Operations & Safety

Sasol; Secunda; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Sasol is a global integrated chemicals and energy company located in Secunda, Mpumalanga. The role provides advanced technical and operational support to Tank Farm Operations, applying specialist process knowledge and data-driven optimisation to ensure safe, reliable operations and optimal product handling.

The incumbent will identify and implement process improvements, support asset integrity and business continuity, and contribute to continuous improvement and successful project delivery

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Chemical Engineering is required.
• Minimum 3 years in a petrochemical industry.
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor plant processes and report deviations.
• Conduct RCAs and participate in programs to reduce equipment failures.
• Perform material balance and report losses.
• Monitor and report on OWAP, input reason codes.
• Facilities risk assessments, PDA, TRA; Hazop/PHAs participation.
• Develop technical proposals based on practice and theory.
• Facilitate implementation of continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Process optimisation

Root cause analysis

Process safety management

Risk management

Data analysis and reporting

Operational excellence

Asset reliability

Project support

Technical problem solving

Continuous improvement

Education

National Diploma in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree (BEng/BSc Engineering)

BTech Chemical Engineering

Job description

Sasol is a global integrated chemicals and energy company located in Secunda, Mpumalanga. The role provides advanced technical and operational support to Tank Farm Operations, applying specialist process knowledge and data-driven optimisation to ensure safe, reliable operations and optimal product handling.

The incumbent will identify and implement process improvements, support asset integrity and business continuity, and contribute to continuous improvement and successful project delivery