12 June 2026 Sasol Closing 24 June 2026

Junior Chemical Plant Operator (Cpo)

Energy, Chemicals

Minimum Requirements

  • Grade 12/N3 with Mathematics, Physical Science and English
  • NQF Level 4
  • 3+ relevant years
  • BC_Optimizes Work Processes
  • BC_Communicates Effectively
  • TC_Production Resource Management
  • TC_Production Risk Management
  • TC_P_Project Quality Management
  • BC_Manages Complexity
  • TC_Equipment Utilisation
  • BC_Drives Results
  • TC_Production and Procedure Management

Responsibilities

  • To coordinate and direct maintenance and repair services for a specific process within a production line, through control panel management and more complex troubleshooting.
  • Provides adequate feedback to supervisor on work progress.
  • Participates in risk assessments according to legislation and company requirements to improve safety.
  • Maintains good housekeeping and adheres to waste disposal procedures.
  • Work Independently.
  • Understand and know the business, drives and KPIs.
  • Apply and maintain safety in a working environment.
  • Participates in shift handover meetings.
  • Identifies personal training and development needs, and incorporates into PDP with group leader's approval.
  • Conduct on the job coaching of learners SME.
  • Presentation on specific plant equipment.
  • Conducts IMS inspections to maintain and improve plant sustainability.
  • Work effectively in a team.
  • Play an appropriate main role during emergency situations to get the plant back on line.
  • Give and receive feedback to other disciplines (partners on daily issues).
  • Gives input at toolbox talks to improve plant safety.
How to apply