General Worker

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

7291

Closing Date

7 February 2025

Geographical Area

Sasol Coal Supply, Central Workshop, Directional Drilling & Twistdraai Export Plant

OME

Mining

ABOUT THE ROLE / PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The General Worker will be supporting the Maintenance Team by providing effective equipment maintenance assistance, welding related and fitting or electrical assistance and reliability, while adhering to procedures/codes, and utilising all available support resources to increase stability and maintain sustainability of equipment. The Directional Drilling General Worker will be supporting the Directional Drilling Team by providing effective Directional Drilling assistance while adhering to procedures/codes, procedures and also to increase the Directional Drilling sustainability.

 FUNCTIONAL OUTPUTS

• Responsible for welding of Mining equipment using flux core method and other welding processes.
• Responsible for safe operation of welding equipment
• Cut material and pre-heat using oxy-fuel gas cutting equipment while complying to the gas safety rules.
• Assist with operation of overhead crane and lifting equipment according to safe working procedures.
• Complete job specific task and checklist accurately.
• Visual inspection of working environment ensuring safety standards are adhered to and reporting any unsafe conditions to Superior.
• Application of job specific SOP's and COP's to ensure housekeeping standards are upheld.
• Function efficiently and effectively as part of a team to work towards achieving Team Goals.
• Report all task activities.
• Hazard identification/task risk assessments.
• Participates in daily morning meetings to discuss work assignments.
• Support the goals and vision of the business by meeting deadlines.
• Complete job specific task/checklist accurately. 
• Identification of any abnormal conditions and the reporting thereof.
• Application of job specific SOP's and COPs to ensure housekeeping standards are Upheld.
• Sensitive on how your actions affect the cost of your team, identify and act on cost saving initiatives.
• Assist the artisan with day-to-day tasks

Note:  In line with Sasol’s commitment to Employment Equity, preference will be given to Suitable Candidates from Designated Groups

JOB REQUIREMENTS 

Qualifications:

• Grade 12/N3/NCV Level 4 or Equivalent (Maths & Science – Advantageous)
• Driver’s licence – minimum code 08
• Able to obtain a Medical certificate of fitness
• First Aid Certificate (Wish)

Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

• 12 months welding experience
• Ability to safely use an angel-grinder
• Ability to operate a cutting torch
• Knowledge of underground machinery (Shuttle Car, Roof bolter, Crushers, Feeder/Feeder breaker)
• 12 months Plant experience (Wish)
• Ability to use MIG welding equipment (Wish)

Functional / Technical:

Knowledge and skills of the following:

• Safety procedures
• Safety Awareness
• Emergency preparedness
• SOP's & COP's
• Mine Health & safety Act
• OSHA
• Interpret written information & works instructions

KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

Leadership:

SELF-MASTERY - Takes accountability for driving own growth through developing self-awareness, reflecting, seeking feedback and self-correcting.

Please note the following clauses:

• The Sasol Group / Sasol Mining will never request you to make any cash deposits/payments as part of the recruitment process.
• In line with Sasol’s commitment to Employment Equity, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups.

In addition to a pre-employment medical examination, some positions may require a physical fitness assessment as part of the normal selection criteria. 
 

Note: Failure to provide Sasol with truthful information and valid documents will render your application null and void. 

The Sasol Group / Sasol Mining will never request you to make any cash deposits/payments as part of the recruitment process.

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.