Maintenance Specialist

Sasol is an international integrated energy and chemicals company that leverages the talent and expertise of our more than 30 300 people working in 33 countries. We develop and commercialise technologies, and build and operate world-scale facilities to produce a range of high-value product streams, including liquid fuels, chemicals and low-carbon electricity. While remaining committed to our home-base of South Africa, Sasol is expanding internationally based on a unique value proposition. By combining the talent of our people and our technological advantage, Sasol has been a pioneer in innovation for over six decades. As market needs and stakeholder expectations have changed, so too have our methods, facilities and products, driving progress to deliver long-term shareholder value sustainably. The growth and enhancement of our foundation businesses in Southern Africa is complemented by the significant chapter of growth, Sasol has entered in its history. 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Alternatively please report such activity to your local law enforcement authorities.Purpose of Job To provide maintenance management support to the Commercial and Retail Businesses by managing the Facility Management Company to deliver planning, maintenance management, implementation and control. Maintenance activities and practices are monitored to optimise Sasol asset utilisation by ensuring best maintenance practice supported by the highest level of compliance to all relevant safety rules, regulations and legislation. Extensive travel required. Key Accountabilities Has the ownership of successful maintenance implementation within the Commercial and Retail businesses. Develop and implementation of maintenance strategies & plans and ensure that preventative maintenance schedules are carried out in the responsibility area. Ensure that all risks are identified, analysed, and mitigated to acceptable Ensure overall maintenance compliance to execution plan (SHE, Quality, Cost & Schedule). Ensure appropriate maintenance governance, specifications and procedures applicable on all maintenance activities. Ensure that all inspection records are updated and stored on SAP and in hard copy if so required. Build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders (Customer facing)/ suppliers and manage contracts that are directly supporting Commercial Energy Solutions and Mobility to enable the successful delivery of Commercial Energy Solutions and Mobility maintenance Manage the relationship with FMC to ensure open calls in area of responsibility are closed within the SLA response and completion times. Resolve customer complaints regarding engineering activities timeously and investigate customer claims for potential product losses, product quality deviations etc. Manage the interface between relevant Customer Technical Services divisions, Mobility (e.g. operations, technical specialists), Operations Improvement and/or external contributors. Ensure adherence to all legal and statutory requirements and integrity tests and inspections with regard to equipment as well as Environmental Regulations. Ensure KUE's, Life Savings Behaviours, PTRA's programs are implemented by the FMC and conduct ad-hoc audits to monitor implementation and compliance. The incumbent is a member of the emergency team responsible for spillage control and will control contractors and consultants responsible for bio-remediation of contaminated sites and premises. Liaise with contract departments and evaluate all contracts on a technical Ensure that all business is conducted according to Sasol's procurement policy and Evaluate and approve quotes received from FMC to ensure that it is in line with the technical output of the service provider. Review weekly status report, monthly performance report, payment of FMC and site visit reports from FMC contractors. Conduct ad-hoc technical investigations/studies. Provide input in the reviews and updates of existing SANS codes applicable to the petroleum marketing sector. Provide input into the review and updates of the internal Specifications and Procedures with the latest changes in safety, environment, and cost saving initiatives. Contribute to the compilation of the annual and long-term Develop estimates and ensure cost control to remain within budget. Formal Education Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent. Working Experience 6+ relevant years