Snr Artisan Instrument Mechanician
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Job Location:
Sasolburg - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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 ID
10040
Closing Date
20 October 2025
OME
Sasolburg and Natref Operations
Location
Sasolburg
Please note:
The successful candidate will be appointed according to the career ladder for MSP positions according to your level of experience and qualifications.
Purpose of Job
An Artisan Instrument Mechanician supports production by providing effective equipment maintenance and reliability while adhering to procedures/codes and utilising all available support resources to increase stability and maintain sustainability of the plant.
Key Accountabilities
Execution of tasks associated with maintenance inspections and strategies including trip tests. Calibration and maintenance of instrumentation: Level Flow Pressure and Temperatures. An ability to read and interpret instrument loop drawings control logic diagrams data sheets and associated technical documents. Knowledge of EX and IS standards for hazardous areas. Installation testing and commissioning of instrumentation in accordance with Sasol specifications. Proactive identification of instrumentation defects and mal-functioning. Implementation of preventative maintenance activities. (Schedule work) Need strong instrumentation and control system skills to do proper fault-finding and preventive maintenance. Conduct data extraction and analysis from DCS/SIS PLC during fault-finding exercises (fault finding trends etc.)
Formal Education
Grade 12 with Maths Science English with the NQF 4 Occupational Trade Qualification
Red Seal (WISH)
Min Experience
3 - 5 years relevant experience
Experience on petro-chemical equipment (added advantage)
Good knowledge of the following systems:
SIEMENS S7 Knowledge (WISH)
DCS knowledge
ESD/SIS knowledge
Electrical & Instrument Loop drawings detail interpretation
Read and interpretMFD (Mechanical flow diagram or Process flow diagram)
PLCfault-finding hardware & software
Additional Requirements
Drivers license (minimum code 8)
Have own transport
Perform standby duties
Required Personal and Professional Skills
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 Sasols 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.
Key Skills
- Controlling Experience
- E & I
- Distributed Control Systems
- Calibration
- NEC
- Tube Bending
- Spectrophotometer
- Sterile Processing
- Schematics
- Maintenance
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Troubleshooting
About Company
Sasol is a global chemicals and energy company. We are a public company listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange in South Africa and the New York Stock Exchange in the United States.
