Job Title: Artisan Grade 2 Diesel Mechanic
- Location: Sasolburg, South Africa
- Company: Sasol
- Posting Date: November 5, 2024
- Closing Date: November 19, 2024
- Job ID: 6263
About Sasol
Sasol is a global integrated chemicals and energy company with a proud 70-year heritage. Renowned for innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence, Sasol leverages its talented workforce and advanced technologies to deliver chemical and energy products safely and responsibly across the globe.
Joining Sasol means becoming part of a team that prioritizes people, fosters diversity, and offers opportunities for career development. Sasol is dedicated to enabling employees to achieve their full potential in an inclusive and supportive environment.
Purpose of the Job
As an Artisan Grade 2 Diesel Mechanic, you will support electricity generation operations by performing maintenance on 18 stationary marine-type internal combustion engines that run on natural gas and are directly coupled to generators. The position involves both scheduled maintenance and attending to breakdowns while strictly adhering to Sasol’s codes and procedures.
You will report directly to the Mechanical Maintenance Foreman and collaborate with other mechanical artisans on-site. This is a permanent role based at the Sasol Gas Engine Power Plant (SGEPP), with no traveling or shift work required. Standby duties and occasional overtime may be necessary during major engine overhauls or plant disruptions.
Key Responsibilities
Functional Outputs:
- Overhaul Wärtsilä 20V34SG gas engines per the quality control plan with a dedicated execution team.
- Overhaul Napier 347 marine turbos with the execution team.
- Conduct service and repairs on individual engine components according to an agreed quality control plan and schedule.
- Perform fault-finding and repairs on engine components, gas systems, compressed air systems, and flexible couplings.
- Replace damaged components that are beyond repair.
- Lift and handle heavy equipment using overhead cranes.
Job Requirements:
- Physical fitness to lift equipment weighing up to 20 kg.
- Valid Code B driver’s license.
- Ability to work standby shifts and occasional overtime.
- Familiarity with emergency procedures.
- Basic computer literacy (MS Office knowledge).
Education and Experience
- Formal Education:
- Grade 12 with Mathematics, Science, and English.
- NQF 4 Occupational Trade Qualification – Diesel Mechanic or Diesel Fitter Red Seal (mandatory).
- Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years of maintenance experience, particularly with heavy construction vehicles, maritime engines, or gas engines.
Skills and Competencies
Behavioural Competencies (BC):
- Customer Focus.
- Managing Complexity.
- Decision Quality.
- Action Oriented.
- Ensures Accountability.
Technical Competencies (TC):
- Plant Equipment Maintenance.
- Analyzing Alternatives and Recommending Solutions.
- Troubleshooting Technical Issues.
- Equipment Utilization.
- Planning and Organization.
Diversity and Inclusion
Sasol is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion, in line with its Purpose of “Innovating for a Better World.” The company actively supports employment equity and prioritizes the inclusion of individuals from designated groups, including people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to ensure that employees with disabilities can perform essential job functions.
Application Process
Sasol’s automated recruitment system efficiently processes applications. If you do not hear from us within 60 days of the advertisement’s closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Thank you for considering Sasol as your employer of choice. We wish you all the best in your career journey.