Mechanical Maintenance Opportunity at Sasol Secunda Operations

Sasol, a global integrated chemicals and energy company with a 75-year heritage, is seeking a qualified Maintenance Operator Gr 2 Mechanical to join its Secunda Operations (EOP) team in Secunda, Mpumalanga.

At Sasol, people are at the centre of everything the company does. The organisation invests in employee development at every stage of the career journey and promotes a culture of inclusion, sustainability, and operational excellence. This opportunity is ideal for a technically skilled candidate who wants to build a long-term career in mechanical maintenance within a large industrial environment.

Purpose of the Role

The Maintenance Operator Mechanical supports the Mechanical Maintenance team by providing effective equipment maintenance assistance and reliability while adhering to procedures and codes. The role focuses on increasing equipment stability and maintaining the sustainability of plant operations.

The successful candidate will work closely with supervisors, maintenance teams, and customers to ensure equipment reliability, safe working practices, and continuous improvement across the plant environment.

Key Responsibilities

The Maintenance Operator Gr 2 Mechanical will apply and maintain safety within the working environment at all times. Safety adherence is a core responsibility of the role.

The incumbent participates in root cause analyses (RCA) and provides feedback to RCA teams to improve plant reliability and prevent recurring failures.

All maintenance work must be carried out according to planning schedules. The role includes participating in daily morning meetings to discuss work assignments and priorities.

Regular feedback must be provided to the supervisor regarding work progress and completion status. Communication with internal customers is also required to ensure transparency and alignment.

The role requires strict adherence to safety standards, codes, and waste disposal procedures. Good housekeeping practices must be maintained at all times.

The Maintenance Operator identifies faults using applicable diagnostic methods to ensure maximum equipment availability. Plant inspections and necessary repairs must be performed to ensure reliability and operational stability.

Attendance at toolbox talks, PDAs, and RCAs is required to improve plant safety and operational stability.

The incumbent must conduct My IMS inspections to maintain and improve plant sustainability and ensure that accurate maintenance history feedback is captured to support renewals, upgrades, and critical spares replacement.

Continuous improvement opportunities within the assigned work area must be identified and acted upon where appropriate.

The role also includes attending training courses and seminars as outlined in the training matrix to enhance competency and skills. Personal training and development needs must be identified and incorporated into a Personal Development Plan (PDP) with group leader approval.

Minimum Qualifications

Matric or N3 qualification with Mathematics, English, and Physical Science is required.

CHIETA NQF Level 2 (Mechanical) qualification is required.

A valid driver’s licence is required.

Experience Requirements

Applicants must have 1 to 2 or more years of relevant working experience in a mechanical maintenance environment.

Experience within an industrial or plant maintenance setting will be advantageous.

Required Personal and Professional Skills

The successful candidate must demonstrate effective communication skills and the ability to manage complexity within a technical environment.

Strong analytical ability to analyse alternatives and recommend solutions is required.

Technical troubleshooting capability and equipment utilisation skills are essential.

The candidate must demonstrate quality decision-making, accountability, and action orientation.

Strong planning and organisational skills are required to manage daily maintenance activities efficiently.

The role requires the ability to implement engineering solutions effectively and contribute to overall plant performance.

Employment Details

Position: Maintenance Operator Gr 2 Mechanical
Reference ID: 11460
Company: Sasol
Division: Secunda Operations (EOP)
Location: Secunda, Mpumalanga
Closing Date: 27 February 2026

Applicants who do not receive feedback within 60 days of the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.

Employment Equity

Sasol is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In line with its Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to applicants from designated groups and people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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Candidates who meet the educational and experience requirements and are committed to plant reliability, safety, and continuous improvement are encouraged to apply before the closing date.

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Applications close on 27 February 2026.

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