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 ID6399Closing date9 December 2024City/TownSecunda, MpumalangaOMEEnergy Ops - Secunda OperationsPurpose of JobUtilise sound level of experience in electrical engineering to deliver electrical engineering operational support ensuring that the technical ability of plants meet the operating intent, whilst governing operational technical standards. Will ensure installed assets are being operated at the most profitable operating window that will be determined by, but not limited to, throughputs, utility consumption, availability, reliability and quality.Key AccountabilitiesUtilise electrical engineering systems, tools and standards in all projects. Set criteria for specific electrical maintenance strategies from the specifications/standards and OME requirements. Apply in depth knowledge in integration of electrical network and equipment necessities with regards to process requirements. Enhance meaningful steps in electrical problem solving. Play a leading role in implementation of new ideas and work methods. Show ability to provide maintenance management support on complex electrical systems. Perform standby duties for the Electrical Distribution department and perform HV/MV switching as may be required during execution of standby duties. Mitigate electrical risks through engineering out / improvement / renewal / re-design. Manage deviations from electrical specifications or standards when necessary. Report on equipment failure modes and failure trends of electrical equipment to manage predictability. Interpret and translate business requirements into an electrical engineering strategy to enable OME to safely meet production targets. Deliver integrated and in-time electrical technical support to the OME to improve stability. Provide short term, intermediate and long-term electrical solutions to the OME. Provide technical support to address complex electrical problems and minimise production impact. Ensure correct root cause is identified and effective corrective actions are implemented to prevent re-occurrence of incidents. Implement best practices/benchmarking with Sasol electrical teams. Identify failure modes of equipment to pro-actively predict failures. Interpret results from analysis and monitoring of electrical equipment/systems. Provide solutions on integrity issues or re-occurring faults within the plant and formally escalate to OME integrity meeting for decision making. Perform critical asset management process (CAMP) for the OME to rank critical equipment from highest to lowest priority with regards to impact and probability. Actively partake in the Sasol Management of Change (MOC) process as part of project and maintenance works for all changes in plant areas and perform the function of Engineering Discipline Lead (EDL) for your are of responsibility. Provide clear guidance on relevant specifications and standards when changes take place in the electrical field for a specific plant. Ensure modifications/designs comply with the required specifications and standards. Identify advancements in engineering technology, specifically for electrical equipment, which can have a significant positive production or equipment reliability impact. Interpret and translate business requirements into an electrical engineering strategy to enable OME to safely meet production targets. Translate OME project team strategy into team working model. Facilitate knowledge sharing and innovation. Ensure personal development plans are created, implemented and tracked within applicable career path. Provide efficient and high quality services to stakeholders. Maintain healthy and stable relationships with contractors and consultants. Active practicing of interpersonal skills to ensure productive working relationships and to work with, or through, others internal and/or external (including suppliers) the organisation to get work accomplished. Display influencing, negotiating, maturity and emotional intelligence. Operate successfully in a diverse work environment.Formal EducationUniversity BSc or B-Eng in Electrical EngineeringWorking Experience8+ relevant yearsRelevant experience considered includes engineering work related to:

• HV/MV electrical distribution networks, including maintenance and operation of distribution and power transformers;
• HV/MV power cables;
• HV/MV switchgear
• Protection relays

Certification and Professional MembershipECSA registration will be a compulsory requirement effective 2 to 3 years after appointment dateRequired Personal and Professional SkillsBC_Action OrientedBC_Customer FocusBC_Decision QualityBC_Ensures AccountabilityBC_Manages ComplexityTC_Electrical FundamentalsTC_Electrical SystemsTC_Engineering designTC_Engineering ImplementationTC_Troubleshoots Technical IssuesSasol 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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