Job Description

Sasol is a global integrated chemicals and energy company with a 70-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 Req ID7612Closing Date25 February 2025OMEMRS: Risk & SHELocationSecunda/ SandtonRegional Operations and Asset Services (ROAS)comprises of a diverse portfolio of operations and services which include accountability for operating a network of pipeline infrastructure throughout the southern African region, operating a Wax Blending Plant in Kwazulu Natal (KZN), Ekandustria Operations, Regional Maintenance and Site Services, Regional Technical Services and on-site Medical Services. Our operations transverse 5 provinces, 26 municipalities in South Africa and we have a presence in Mozambique.Purpose of JobTo provide input into biodiversity management, challenges and to support business to improve land and biodiversity practices.Key Accountabilities

• Provide input into obtaining and retaining relevant environmental licenses / authorizations

• Provide input, relevant to the specific portfolio

• Provide input into identifying environmental risk specific to the portfolio

• Provide input into relevant Environmental assessments; co-ordinate specialist study activities

• Report and advise on portfolio specific risks

• Provide portfolio specific services as agreed with other stakeholders

JOB REQUIREMENTSIn addition to a pre-employment medical examination, the positions may require a physical fitness assessment as part of the normal selection criteria.Driver's licenseQUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCERelevant B-Tech or B-Degree in (Environmental Management, Soil science or Ecology) with 3 years relevant work experience.ORRelevant B.Degree (Hons in Environmental Management, Soil science or Ecology), with 3 years relevant work experience.Computer literacy (Microsoft Office applications - Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) and other applications like Google Earth will be an advantage.Attendance of water sampling or environmental management courses and a 4x4 driving course would be beneficial. (Added advantage)KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIREDRequired inputs include but not limited to:Job Specific requirements

• Be able to conduct biodiversity assessments especially related to alien invasive species (AIS)

• Be able to conduct contaminated land assessments

• Be able to review biodiversity and soil reports over various focus areas

• Be able to collaborate on global platforms

• Be willing to conduct assessments over a wide geographical range

Leadership

• Support the one Sasol SHE Excellence Approach and provide specialist input into portfolio specific environmental plans.

• Sustain own high performance and seek opportunities for personal growth monitored through structured performance contract and development plan

• Ensure that vision, values and business direction are embraced

• Communicate and execute change and improvement effectively

Stakeholder Management

• Sustain effective relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders (local; provincial and national levels)

• Maintain transparent relationships with the community

• Participate as member of Environmental forums, natural working teams and other groups

Governance / Charter / Legal Compliance

• Assess portfolio specific legal compliance status of all permits, licenses and authorizations

• Consult on the prevention and addressing of environmental contamination e.g. air, land, waste and water due to Sasol operations and associated activities.

• Ensure that environmental protection is considered during plant design relating to biodiversity.

• Assist with studies in the areas Sasol operates to understand and mitigate the environmental risks.

• Assist with implementation of documented procedures that are aligned with legal and good practice guidelines to prevent environmental impacts.

• Input and support into emergency response procedures for environmental contamination are defined and tested regularly during emergency exercises.

• Continuous Improvement; Knowledge Transfer Strategically influencing direction and keep up to date with technical developments in area.

• Using knowledge, attention to detail and team dynamics to assist in solving complex technical problems.

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.

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