Chemical Plant Operator; CPO

Job Req

13125

25 September 2026

Sasolburg & Natref Operations

Sasolburg, Free State

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

A Chemical Plant Operator operates process equipment, systems and processes for a specific plant / unit within the Sasol environment to achieve production requirements in a safe manner.

• Commissioning and decommission of the pumps; filters and reactors Adhere to all safety regulations and work standards Comply with legal requirements and be prepared to do physical work as stipulated in the job description,
• Process artisan reporting to dayshift Foreman and adhere to Foreman reasonable and safe instructions Practice good housekeeping, plant cleaning
• Comply with legal requirements
• Report incidents and near misses
• The successful candidate must be willing to work shifts.
• He / she will be required to do shift cover duties and work overtime (in accordance with legislation)
• Active participation in Behaviour Based Safety, IMS inspections and SHE representative roles
• Physically monitor production processes
• Sample taking
• Completion of checklists (safety, start up, shutdown, etc)

• Provides adequate feedback to supervisor on work progress
• Participates in risk assessments according to legislation and company requirements to improve safety
• Maintains good housekeeping and adheres to waste disposal procedures
• Work Independently
• Understand and know the business, drives and KPIs
• Apply and maintain safety in a working environment
• Participates in shift handover meetings
• Provides adequate feedback to supervisor on work progress
• Participates in risk assessments according to legislation and company requirements to improve safety
• Maintains good housekeeping and adheres to waste disposal procedures
• Work Independently
• Understand and know the business, drives and KPIs
• Identifies personal training and development needs, and incorporates into PDP with group leader's approval
• Conduct on the job coaching of learners
• SME Presentation on specific plant equipment
• Conducts IMS inspections to maintain and improve plant sustainability
• Work effectively in a team
• Play an appropriate main role during emergency situations to get the plant back on line
• Give and receive feedback to other disciplines (partners on daily issues
• Gives input at toolbox talks to improve plant safety

Matric with Maths and Science

NQF4/ QCTO Qualification/Certificate in Chemical Operations

Experience:

3+ relevant years

• Work Processes
• Effectively
• Resource Management
• Risk Management
• TC_P_Project Quality Management
• Complexity
• Utilisation
• Results
• and Procedure Management
• 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.