Maintenance Assistant

Company: Sasol

Location: Secunda, Mpumalanga

Posted: 31 January 2026

Job Reference: 11263

Closing Date: 13 February 2026

About the Role

Sasol is a global integrated chemicals and energy company with a 75‑year heritage. We are looking for a Maintenance Assistant to support our maintenance team by ensuring equipment is reliable, safe and well‑maintained. The role is based in Secunda Ops and is essential to maintaining the stability and sustainability of our plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply and maintain safety procedures in the working environment.
• Participate in root cause analyses and provide feedback to RCA teams.
• Carry out work according to the maintenance plan.
• Attend daily morning meetings to discuss work assignments.
• Provide regular feedback to supervisors on work progress.
• Adhere to safety standards and requirements to support a safe workplace.
• Maintain good housekeeping and follow waste disposal procedures.
• Identify faults using appropriate methods to ensure equipment availability.
• Attend training courses and seminars as per the training matrix to improve competency.
• Identify personal training and development needs and incorporate them into a Personal Development Plan with group leader approval.
• Support business goals by meeting deadlines.
• Perform plant inspections and repairs to ensure equipment reliability.
• Provide feedback to customers on work progress.
• Conduct My IMS inspections to maintain and improve plant sustainability.
• Ensure correct history feedback is captured to improve renewals/upgrades and replace critical spares.
• Participate in toolbox talks, PDAs and RCAs to improve plant safety and stability.
• Spot continuous improvement opportunities in your work area.

Qualifications

Formal Education: Grade 12/N3 with Mathematics, Physical Science and English.

Experience: 1–2+ years of relevant experience.

Required Skills

• Effective communication
• Complexity management
• Decision quality
• Action orientation
• Accountability

Equal Opportunity

Sasol is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We value diversity and are committed to the full inclusion of all suitably qualified individuals. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups and people with disabilities in accordance with Sasol’s Employment Equity Plan.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please visit jobs.sasol.com.