SnrSpecialist Artisan Electrician x2
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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 75-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
11058
Closing Date
22 January 2026
OME
Sasolburg & 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. Senior Electrical Artisan up to Specialist Artisan.
Purpose of Job
To perform electrical maintenance troubleshooting and repair tasks on plant equipment and systems ensuring safe reliable and efficient operation in compliance with plant standards and statutory requirements. The role supports production through effective maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance asset reliability.
Key Accountabilities
- Execute planned and unplanned electrical maintenance on motors MCCs VSDs UPSs BTUs transformers heaters and control systems.
- Diagnose and repair electrical faults on production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Install connect maintain and commission electrical equipment including hazardous area (Ex-rated) equipment.
- Perform LV and MV switching and isolation (up to 11kV) in accordance with plant safety procedures.
- Conduct inspections and compliance testing on electrical installations and classified equipment.
- Assist in commissioning and testing of electrical installations and equipment.
- Utilize SAP for maintenance planning and record-keeping.
- Participate in risk assessments (HIRA) and HAZOPS.
- Maintain personal and team safety adhering to lock-out/tag-out and hazardous area regulations.
- Mentor junior artisans and apprentices promoting skills development and best practices.
- Participate in first line electrical maintenance standbyas per departmental scheduling to ensure continuous electrical support outside of normal working hours. Employee must comply with Sasol standby policy.
- Expecting to act on behalf of the Electrical Foreman when required
Formal Education
- Grade 12/N3 Electrical with English Maths & Science as subjects
- Electrical Trade Certificate (Red Seal).
- Code 08 drivers license.
Work Experience
- Minimum 6 years in petrochemical or chemical plant environment (including learnership).
- Proven experience in hazardous area equipment maintenance (Ex d Ex e Ex i) and compliance with SANS standards.
Advantageous:
- Wiremans license.
- PLC/VSD/Soft starter systems experience.
- Electrical reticulation and heat tracing experience.
- Commissioning experience.
- Profibus and Siemens Simocode fault-finding skills.
- LV & MV switching experience
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.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Low Voltage
- Hand Tools
- Commercial Electrician Experience
- Construction Experience
- Electrical Experience
- Generator Repair
- NEC
- Schematics
- High Voltage
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Power Tools
- 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.
