Artisan Mechanical Fitter

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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 standard machinery 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 Reinforced Plastic (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

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.