Artisan Gr1 Turbine Fitter

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Job Req ID

10213

Closing Date

31 October 2025

OME

Sasolburg and Natref Operations

Location

Sasolburg

Please note:

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

Purpose of Job

The SNR Artisan Mechanical Fitter forms part of a centralized maintenance team providing a maintenance service on the highspeed rotating equipment for the various BU throughout Sasolburg Operations. The maintenance service varies from running maintenance (filter,etc.) up to full integrity inspections / Full Overhaul of the equipment.

Key Accountabilities

Operational, Financial and Technical Results:
Installation of mechanical seals

Laser alignment

Balancing (would be beneficial)

Fault finding on auxiliary systems

Knowledge of ISO 18000 safety standards / similar safety systems

Knowledge of ISO 9001:2008 quality management system

Maintenance on Positive displacement compressors (Recip & Screw).

Work in accordance with quality plans and work procedures.

Fault finding on rotating equipment, as well as auxiliary systems (eg, drip feeders,stuffing box / valve leakage detection

Be conversant with the technical parameters governing reciprocating compressor maintenance regarding, crank case overhaul and alignment, web deflection, conrod, crosshead installation / line outs. Wear part replacement / inspections, mechanical seal installation, bearing clearances, gaskets, alignment and protection devices.

Complete overhaul of screw compressors.

Have an understanding on the functioning of a refrigeration plant / process to facilitate compressor faultfinding.

Work according to CMMS SAP work orders (or similar)

Leadership and Growth Results:
To support Sasol values and goals

Share knowledge with colleagues.

Adhere to and manage personal development plan.

Live safety

Identify and propose improvements in effectiveness and service delivery

Management Results:
Comply to safety standards / procedures

Identify all unsafe conditions and bring under the attention of management

Perform basic job execution planning w.r.t. tools, consumables, spares, 3rd party requirements and safety.

Customer and Relationship Results:
Feedback to customer (plant maintenance / production).

Communicate with customer concerning machine condition, defects as/when required.

Innovation and Improvement Results:
Suggest and implement innovative ideas to make work faster, simpler, better.

Assist with engineering out problematic areas on equipment (eliminating root causes of failures)

General
Knowledge of basic process of plant

Attention to detail

Understand the interaction between rotating equipment and Process

Must be able to do standby and work overtime

Formal Education

Grade 12 with Maths and Science or N3 with Maths,

Science and Language – NQF Level 4

Qualified as an Artisan Fitter NQF4 (Sasol or Olifantsfontein) (MUST) – NQF Level 4

Valid Code 8 drivers licence (MUST)

Work Experience

Minimum 5 years of hands on experience maintaining high speed rotating equipment (turbines / compressors).

Specific experience needed:

• Reciprocating compressors
• Screw Compressors
• Positive displacement pumps
• Centrifugal pumps (single and multi-stage)

Required Personal And Professional Skills
BC_Customer Focus

BC_Manages Complexity

TC_Analyse Alternatives and Recommend Solutions

TC_Troubleshoots Technical Issues

TC_Equipment Utilisation

BC_Decision Quality

BC_Action Oriented

TC_Planning and Organisation

BC_Ensures Accountability

TC_Engineering Implementation

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.