Laboratory Technician (SPM)

Short Description

Company: Sasol

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 Req

8495

Closing Date

30 April 2025

Geographical Area

Temane, Mozambique

Purpose of Job

• Operate specialized general and laboratory equipment for research of chemical composition of substances, assimilation, and interpretation of data.
• Apply all relevant systems and processes of the business / project in use, relating to safety, according to established standards.
• Design experimental/analytical approach to provide accurate and reliable experimental results, use expertise, and provide solutions for company leaders.

Key Accountabilities

• Safely carry out work according to work instructions, quality requirements and schedules;
• Commission, calibrate & operate a variety of instruments / modification of equipment;
• Generate and interpret test results, ensure credibility of results and accuracy of instruments and test methods. Maintain a high technical standard;
• Ensure optimal maintenance & usage of equipment, including maintain appropriate spares and consumables levels for general lab equipment;
• Participate in writing and electronically updating test methods and relevant lab documents;
• Troubleshoot, and address problems with general lab equipment;
• Expand own fuel product knowledge, analytical skills and understanding of equipment, methods and specifications;
• Expand practical knowledge of relevant products, processes and applications relevant to technical area;
• Take responsibility for personal performance, improvement and skills development;
• Technical competence in the application of computer software and basic presentation skills to be able to report on work progress;
• Share knowledge and skills with project leaders and team members;
• Ensure full compliance to SHERQ requirements and standards;
• Safe operation & maintenance of equipment, including Safe Work Procedures;
• Manage requests on time, within budget, and to quality and customer requirements;
• Resolve work obstacles and issues impacting performance quickly and positively;
• Maintain regular feedback to project leaders, team and manager.
• Identify & share operational improvement opportunities;
• Contribute suggestions to optimize equipment, systems and procedures;
• Scan & share information on new equipment, technical and method developments.

Formal Education

Working Experience

Required Personal and Professional Skills