Process Engineer II FT Synthesis

Job Req ID

12383

Closing Date

17 June 2026

OME

Sasolburg and Natref Operations

Location

Sasolburg, Free State

Purpose of Job

To apply established and authoritative process engineering expertise in support of the safe, stable, and efficient operation of the Wax Synthesis operating units, contributing to delivery against production targets, protection of asset integrity, and compliance with business and governance requirements. The role contributes to the Technical Support strategy through execution of core process engineering activities including Process Safety Management (PSM), operating window governance, routine plant support, and technical investigations, while working closely with Operations, Maintenance and Technical Support teams to monitor and improve plant performance. The Process Engineer II provides technical ownership and process engineering input to small‑ to medium‑scale plant modifications and improvement initiatives.  The role delivers practical, value‑adding process improvements, and builds technical depth and operational understanding within the Wax FT Synthesis area.

Key Accountabilities

• Support stable, predictable, and efficient operation of the Wax FT Synthesis units through ongoing process monitoring, data analysis, and timely resolution of process deviations.
• Own the resolution of complex and/or recurring process-related operating issues, including leading technical investigations and ensuring effective and sustainable corrective actions are implemented.
• Identify, develop, and deliver value‑adding process improvement initiatives to improve unit operating cost, reliability, safety, and environmental performance by translating operational data and constraints into practical engineering solutions.
• Conduct hard wax value chain loss accounting (OEE) and support the translation of losses into structured and prioritized improvement plans.
• Provide process engineering input to the development of the Volume Protection Plan (VPP) and production planning and scheduling processes, including identification of risks to planned production volumes and assessment of the quality and robustness of technical input data.
• Provide technical ownership for process engineering scope on small‑ to medium‑scale plant modifications and improvement projects, ensuring the high‑quality and completeness of all deliverables from problem definition through implementation.
• Support shutdown and turnaround activities through technical scoping, integrity and process risk input, abnormal restoration guidance, and recommissioning support.
• Support Process Safety Management (PSM) objectives through participation in and execution of activities such as MOC implementation & closure, alarm management improvements, PSI upkeep, incident investigations, and process risk assessments, in accordance with company standards and procedures.
• Mass balance reconciliation and reporting, efficiency performance tracking, and the preparation of technical decision‑support outputs such as reports, dashboards, and performance summaries.
• Maintain accurate and effective technical documentation and plant performance monitoring tools, contributing to strong knowledge management and information quality within the Technical Support environment.
• Enable effective collaboration with Operations, Maintenance, and supporting disciplines (R&T, Licensing, Laboratory etc.) to ensure aligned decision‑making and timely technical support.
• Contribute to capability development within the team through coaching, technical guidance, and knowledge sharing with junior engineers and peers.
• Demonstrate professional judgement, ownership, and accountability in the execution of process engineering responsibilities, while managing own performance and development in line with Process Engineer II expectations, company values, and mandatory governance requirements.

Formal Education

• University Bachelors Degree in Chemical Engineering

Working Experience

Certifications

• Professional Engineer (strong wish)

Required Personal and Professional Skills