Artisan: Diesel Mechanic needed at Sasol

Purpose of Job

• To observe operation of automotive machines and verify conformance to specifications and quality standards to meet production targets.

Recruitment Description / Key Accountabilities

• Proven competence in pre-identified areas per discipline of the plant/mine/equipment/systems 
• Understand and use the plant maintenance documentation system 
• Understand planning work management system 
• Relevant plant/mine specific/basic process knowledge
• Compliance of Safety Management Systems e.g. IMS, MBO, etc. 
• Able to apply emergency procedures 
• Read, interpret, and implement task risk assessment 
• Hazard identification/task risk assessments 
• Participates in daily morning meetings to discuss work assignments 
• Support the goals and vision of the business by meeting deadlines 
• Provides adequate feedback to supervisor on work progress 
• Participates in root cause analyses, and provides feedback to RCA teams 
• Participates in risk assessments according to legislation and company requirements to improve safety 
• Maintains good housekeeping and adheres to waste disposal procedures 
• Share knowledge with junior artisans in known environment/context 
• Participates in quarterly performance appraisal with group leader to improve personal development 
• Identifies personal training and development needs, and incorporates into PDP with group leader’s approval 
• Lead by example (walks the talk) 
• Assists with the development of works instructions to develop a higher level of staff competency 
• Take the lead in team efforts/tasks 
• Able to act as group leader (if appropriate to career path) 
• Contribute to overall maintenance strategy and direction 
• Mentor learners/artisans informally 
• Conducts My IMS (physical inspections to maintain and improve plant sustainability) 
• Work effectively in a team 
• Attends and interacts in PDAs and RCAs to improve plant safety and stability 
• Provides adequate feedback to group leader or planning officer on work progress 
• Ensures the correct history feedback is captured to improve renewals/ upgrades and critical spares are replaced 
• Gives input at toolbox talks to improve plant safety

Formal Education

• Grade 12/ N3 with English, Maths and Physical Science 
• NQF level 4 Diesel Mechanic Trade Test
• Flameproof Certificate
• Gas Testing Certificate

Min Experience

• Experience: 0 – 5+ relevant years