Laboratory Analyst Gr 4 x4

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 ID

7058

Closing date

14 January 2025

City/Town

Secunda, Mpumalanga

OME

Regional Ops and Asset Services

Purpose of Job

To perform more complex chemical and physical analysis of samples to pre-defined standards in support of operational processes.

Key Accountabilities

Analyse samples in a chemical/physical laboratory applying basic analytical methods and equipment
Prepare analytical samples
Prepare chemical reagents
Prepare calibrations and analytical standards
Run calibrations and analytical standards
Set up and prepare testing equipment
Apply principles and concepts of Good Laboratory Practice
Apply concepts of gravimetric methods (including Filtration, Evaporation, Ignition)
Apply concepts of titration methods (including Acid base, Redox, Potentiometric, titrations)
Apply concepts of pH, ion selective and conductivity measurements
Apply concepts of physical analytical methods (Physical properties of solids, liquids and gases)
Apply workplace primary sample preparation practices
Analyse samples in a chemical/physical laboratory applying advanced analytical processes and using complex equipment
Set up and prepare testing equipment
Apply concepts and principles of spectrophotometric processes visible, Infrared and Near infra red, Raman, NMR, etc.
Apply concepts and principles of separation processes
Apply concepts and principles of spectroscopic processes absorption
Apply concepts and principles of combustion processes
Apply concepts and principles of physical testing processes (Microscopy, Particle size by instruments, Tensile strength test)
Apply concepts and principles of thermal analysis processes (Thermos gravimetric analysis, differential scanning calorimetry, Thermomechanical, Calorimetry)
Capture and handle data
Capture data and report
Identify, report and redo samples when deviations occur
Conduct analytical problem solving
Set up and calibrate testing equipment (as per applicable analytical technique)
Conduct first line maintenance on testing equipment (as per applicable analytical technique)
Apply good laboratory practices
Keep track of consumables and report shortages
Conform to all legal requirements, e.g. OSH Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act
Conform to relevant Sasol procedures
Conform to all applicable ISO standards
Identify and report unsafe products, e.g. chlorine identification
Participate in incident investigations
Conduct safety inspections
Act as floor controller
Adhere to safety rules, e.g. PPE regulations
Work independently
Effectively plan own work activities
innovation and Improvement results
Identify and propose improvements to procedures
Identify and propose improvement in effectiveness and service delivery
Make suggestions and contributions to safety improvements
Team development
Coaching of junior colleagues/knowledge sharing
Conduct on-the-job training
own performance
Participate in KPI and PDP discussions
Ensure performance against PDP
Ensure own delivery on PDP actions
Proper and effective relationship building with relevant stakeholders
Ensure the establishment of good relationships with various stakeholders (line management, direct reports, team members, customers, service providers) in order to ensure effective service delivery
Customer contact and service delivery
Liaise with customers in reporting deviations
Report on delays of service
Comply with SLA with customers

Formal Education

Matric/N3 with Maths, English & Physical Science

Relevant Analytical Qualification

Working Experience

Experience: 0 - 5+ relevant years

Required Personal and Professional Skills

BC_Collaborates

BC_Nimble Learning

TC_Inspections

TC_Quality Management Procedures and Standards

BC_Resourcefulness

BC_Manages Complexity

TC_Analyse Alternatives and Recommend Solutions

TC_Review and Reporting

TC_Quality Control and Reliability

BC_Ensures 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.