Artisan Mechanical Fitter

Sasol is a global integrated chemicals and energy company with a 75-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 Requisition ID

12779

Closing Date

3 August 2026

OME

MSA: Energy Marketing & Sales

Location

Secunda, Mpumalanga

Purpose of Job

Install, repair, and maintain pipelines, machinery, and associated plant and ancillary equipment allied with mechanical processes. Ascertain that mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic plant and equipment are maintained to a safe condition and compliant with any specific regulations. The applicant must be a good team player, be able to work overtime and perform standby duties.

Key Accountabilities

• Fit high-pressure fire suppression systems, fluid power, and hydraulic circuits, including the construction of hard and flexible pipelines.
• Cut, thread, or hammer pipes to specifications, using tools such as cutting torches.
• Fabricate and weld valve bank frames and perform other welding requirements.
• Examine faulty plant or machinery and ascertain nature and location of defects.
• Dismantle plant or machinery and remove damaged or worn parts. Fit and assemble parts to rebuild plant or machinery.
• Repair defective parts, obtain replacement parts, or prepare new parts using hand and machine tools.
• Install or reposition plant or machinery. Test and adjust them for correct functioning, including modifying standardmachinery for special purposes.
• Set up propulsion components (e.g. shafts, propellers, and rudders), engines, and gearboxes.
• Make penetrations through bulkheads (walls) and work with Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) and Fibre ReinforcedPlastic (FRP).
• Select, mix, and apply various bonding agents and sealants (cosmetic and structural).
• Carry out routine tasks such as cleaning, oiling, and greasing, according to schedule.
• Operate overhead crane / basic slinging in line with safety and business requirements.
• Comply with discipline related standards, governance, safety measures, and legal requirements.
• Apply evidence-based SHE practices in alignment with set standards to ensure safe operations.
• Implement Sasol Group's risk philosophy and enterprise risk management framework.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with internal stakeholders to understand and address their needs.
• Continuously improve own skills and knowledge. Complete, implement, and track personal development plan to attain personal performance goals

Formal Education

• Grade 12 with Mathematics,Physical Science & English or N3 with Mathematics, Engineering Science & English
• Trade Test/ NQF4 Chieta Qualification (Mechanical)
• Drivers licence Code B

Min Experience

• 3 relevant years

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.