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Division: Production

Reference Number: MHL-11-25

Grade: PG13

Purpose of the job

The Material Handler reports to the Logistics Supervisor and is responsible for Filling of tankers, drums and flow bins with different products as per customer’s request in correct quantities and correct quality adhering to the laid down procedures.

The abovementioned activities shall be conducted in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, No. 85 of 1993 and all relevant NCP policies and procedures.

This position profile acts as a guide to the role only, and additional work outcomes may be required to be performed by the incumbent.

Key performance area

1. Loading and off-loading tankers.
   • Responsible for the timeous transfer of correct quality product
   • Responsible for accurate recording of all activities in the Moodi data capturing system
   • Ensure that accurate stock taking is done and reported within the expected times.
   • Responsible for ensuring that the plant and the surrounding areas are clean
   • Adherence to SHERQ guidelines at all times
   • Ensure training of other Material Handlers
   • Ensures traceability of the activities that have been performed and recorded
   • Responsible for taking retention samples after loading tankers.
   • Ensure that the sample / retention sample is submitted at the correct location.
2. Filling of break bulk products.
   • Responsible for timeous filling of Flow bins
   • Ensure that accurate stock taking is done and reported within the expected times.
   • Responsible for ensuring that the Filling area and the surrounding areas are free from debris
   • Responsible for accurate recording of all activities in the Moodi data capturing system.
3. Safe plant operation and shut down.
   • Responsible for safe and efficient operation of equipment
   • Reports any deviation from the process
   • Ensures safe shift hand over.
   • Initiate job cards and communicate them to Logistics supervisor.
   • Responsible for ensuring that the plant and the surrounding areas are clean and conform to the company’s prescribed housekeeping standard
   • Prepare equipment for maintenance and issue safe work permits
   • Ensures the daily inspection and recording the findings daily
   • Adherence to SHERQ guidelines at all times
   • Ensures the safe storage of the product
   • Ensure that you are up to date with process changes by means of necessary training
   • Intense training on the contents of the Standard Operating Procedures
   • Ensure training of other Material Handlers
   • Ensures the safety of the other personnel.
4. Ad Hoc.
   • Help with other tasks in the section of a plant as may be necessary and for which the incumbent is trained and capable of performing.
   • Carry out all lawful and reasonable instructions given to the incumbent
   • Inspection of the equipment used
   • Filling in of all required checklists
   • Attend all statutory training courses
   • Adherence to Safe Work Standards
   • Carrying products using Forklift
   • SHEQ RESPONSIBILITY
   • Every employee shall be at work:
   • Take responsible care of the health and safety of himself and of other people who may be affected by his acts or omissions.
   • As regards any duty or requirement imposed on his employer or any other person by the Act, co-operate with such employer or person to enable that duty or requirement to be performed or complied with.
   • No person shall intentionally or recklessly interfere with, damage or misuse anything which is provided in the interest of health or safety.
5. Related SHERQ responsibilities

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• How to handle dangerous goods
• Basic knowledge of the equipment that is used
• Knowledge of Operational procedures
• Systems that are operational in workplace
• Understand hazards and precautions needed to work with materials
• Know product name and codes, operational, mechanical, instrument and electrical terms and how they relate to his work environment
• Know and understand the workings of the processes he controls and the economic consequences of compliance or non-compliance with requirement.
• Computer Skills.
• Hard working
• Willingness to learn
• Positive attitude
• Attention to detail
• Planning and organizing
• Be able to do basic problem solving and decision making and analysis
• Ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Matric with Mathematics and Science.

Experience:

• 1 to 2 years’ experience working in a similar position in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Must have a valid Forklift and Overhead Crane license and should be able to operate these machines.

Reporting structure:

This position reports to the Logistics Supervisor.         

Personal Circumstances:

• Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre.
• 4 positions will be required to work shifts.

Other requirements:

Please ensure:

• That the application form is fully completed and attached with your CV.
• That the reference number and/or position name of this advertisement is quoted on your application form.
• That recently certified copies of all qualifications referred to on your application form and cv, are submitted.
• Applications can be handed in at the HR offices or sent electronically on or before the closing date.
• Only applications that are submitted to HR directly with either of the 2 methods mentioned above will be considered.

External Applicants:

Failure to comply with the above requirements will result in your application being disqualified.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply, should the applicant be successful the incumbent will be reasonably accommodated depending on the inherent requirements of the job.

All applicants are thanked in advance for showing interest however correspondences will only be entered into with the shortlisted candidates.

Closing date: 14 November 2025

CV’s to be sent to: careers@ncp.co.za

Recruitment for this position will be conducted with the intention progressing our Employment Equity policy, targets, and objectives. The Company reserves the right not to fill this position.

Division: Production

Reference Number: MHCP-11-25

Grade: PG13

Purpose of the job

The Material Handler reports to the Logistics Supervisor and is responsible for generating completed and accurate traceable records of order fulfilment of sequence of activities accomplished as the team resulting in safely filled and despatched chlorine drums and cylinders, adhering to SHERQ principles.

The abovementioned activities shall be conducted in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, No. 85 of 1993 and all relevant NCP policies and procedures.

This position profile acts as a guide to the role only, and additional work outcomes may be required to be performed by the incumbent.

Key performance area

1. Receiving empty drums and cylinders.
   • Ensure that the empty cylinders and drums are offloaded
   • Scan Units.
   • Follow the SOP.
2. Receiving empty drums and cylinders.
   • Ensure that the empty cylinders and drums are offloaded
   • Scan Units.
   • Follow the SOP.
3. Valve removal.
   • Responsible for ensuring venting of all residual chlorine from drums and cylinders
   • Responsible for disconnecting the drums and cylinders from the venting system
   • Responsible for the inspection and cleanliness of the area or Housekeeping.
   • Responsible for scanning units
   • Responsible for the inspection and cleanliness of the area or Housekeeping.
   • Follow SOP
   • Scan Units
   • Responsible for ensuring venting of all residual chlorine from drums and cylinders.
4. Washing, drying and valve installation.
   • Responsible for washing and drying drums and cylinders
   • Responsible for valve installation in cylinders
   • Responsible for the inspection and cleanliness of the area or Housekeeping.
   • Follow SOP.
5. Filling chlorine gas into drums and cylinders and then fulfil dispatching.
   • Fill the drum or cylinder with chlorine gas
   • Help with other tasks in the section of a plant as may be necessary and for which the incumbent is trained and capable of performing
   • Responsible for the inspection and cleanliness of the area or Housekeeping.
   • Follow SOP.
6. Compliance.
   • Responsible for the inspection of driven/lifting machinery (Cranes, forklifts)
   • Responsible for the inspection and assembling of lifting equipment (cylinder pallets)
   • Responsible for the generation of work requests/job-cards and the issuing of Safe Work Permits as designated/authorized official.
   • Ensure relevant checklists are completed
   • Perform daily stock taking and when required.
7. Ad Hoc.
   • Carry out all lawful and reasonable instructions given to the incumbent
   • Help with other tasks in the section of a plant as may be necessary and for which the incumbent is trained and capable of performing  
   • Train other Material Handlers and Adherence to SHERQ principle
   • Assist in other plants of the Section when requested.
8. Related SHERQ responsibilities

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• How to handle dangerous goods
• Basic knowledge of the equipment that is used
• Knowledge of Operational procedures
• Systems that are operational in workplace
• Understand hazards and precautions needed to work with materials
• Know product name and codes, operational, mechanical, instrument and electrical terms and how they relate to his work environment
• Know and understand the workings of the processes he controls and the economic consequences of compliance or non-compliance with requirement.
• Computer Skills.
• Hard working
• Willingness to learn
• Positive attitude
• Attention to detail
• Planning and organizing
• Be able to do basic problem solving and decision making and analysis
• Ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Matric with Mathematics and Science.

Experience:

• 1 to 2 years’ experience working in a similar position in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Must have a valid Forklift and Overhead Crane license and should be able to operate these machines.

Reporting structure:

This position reports to the Logistics Supervisor.         

Personal Circumstances:

• Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre.

Other requirements:

Please ensure:

• That the application form is fully completed and attached with your CV.
• That the reference number and/or position name of this advertisement is quoted on your application form.
• That recently certified copies of all qualifications referred to on your application form and cv, are submitted.
• Applications can be handed in at the HR offices or sent electronically on or before the closing date.
• Only applications that are submitted to HR directly with either of the 2 methods mentioned above will be considered.

External Applicants:

Failure to comply with the above requirements will result in your application being disqualified.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply, should the applicant be successful the incumbent will be reasonably accommodated depending on the inherent requirements of the job.

All applicants are thanked in advance for showing interest however correspondences will only be entered into with the shortlisted candidates.

Closing date: 14 November 2025

CV’s to be sent to: careers@ncp.co.za

Recruitment for this position will be conducted with the intention progressing our Employment Equity policy, targets, and objectives. The Company reserves the right not to fill this position.

Division: Human Resources (L&D)

Reference Number: LCPO-10-25

Duration: 36 Months

Purpose of the job

To provide training and workplace experience to learners with an interest in Plant Operations to learn plant operations / production principles, and perform related activities through integration of knowledge, practical and workplace learning components. These learners also serve as a pool that feeds the production sections with capable manpower.

Key performance area

• Attend theoretical learning modules.
• Perform summative assessments.
• Carryout plant operation tasks.
• Conduct plant inspections and troubleshooting.
• Working shifts according to production roster.
• Carryout other SHERQ related activities.

Knowledge /Skills and Competencies

• Computer Literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Good Interpersonal Skills
• Attention to detail.
• Planning and organising skills.
• Good verbal written communication skills

Experience

• No experience is required.

Qualifications (minimum requirements):

• Matric with Mathematics & Physical Sciences.

or

• N3 with Mathematics & Engineering Sciences

Personal Circumstances:

• Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre.

Other requirements:

Please ensure:

• That the application form is fully completed and attached with your CV.
• That the reference number and/or position name of this advertisement is quoted on your application form and subject of the email (if applicable).
• That recently certifiedcopies of all qualifications referred to on your application form and cv, are submitted.
• Applications can be handed in at the HR offices (Head Office) or sent electronically (email below/NCP Website) on or before the closing date.
• Only applications that are submitted to HR directly with either of the 2 methods mentioned above will be considered.

External Applicants:

Failure to comply with the above requirements will result in your application being disqualified.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply, should the applicant be successful the incumbent will be reasonably accommodated depending on the inherent requirements of the job.

All applicants are thanked in advance for showing interest however correspondences will only be entered into with the shortlisted candidates.

Closing date: 15 October 2025

Applications to be sent to: careers@ncp.co.za

Recruitment for this position will be conducted with the intention of progressing our Employment Equity policy, targets, and objectives. The Company reserves the right not to fill this position.

Division: Production

Reference Number: PCCAM-08-25

Grade: PG10 Duration: 7 Months

Purpose of the job

The Process Controller reports to the Production supervisor and is responsible for the relief operation of the TLP 4/TLP1/3C/Liquefaction. The position is responsible for the continuous cost-effective operation of the plant, which transforms raw materials to a final product, with the purpose of monitoring & maintaining operation parameters within limits and efficiencies in accordance with the manufacturing process.

The abovementioned activities shall be conducted in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, No. 85 of 1993 and all relevant NCP policies and procedures.

This position profile acts as a guide to the role only, and additional work outcomes may be required to be performed by the incumbent.

Key performance area

1. Process control.
   • Responsible for the relief operation of TLP 4/TLP1/3C/Liquefaction plant. In the event of manpower shortage the incumbent will be expected to cover on the affected plant.
   • Responsible for the safe startup and stoppage of the plant and monitoring the plant whilst in operation as per SOP’s.
   • Frequent analysis of the production process and its output and take corrective action for any deviation
   • Analyses the in-process and final products
   • Operates the plant according to the production plan
   • Recording of production and utilities information on log sheets or moodi system
   • Ensure that safe work permits and risk assessments are filled correctly.
   • Jobcard generation for process deviations and breakdowns. Ensures that job cards are generated correctly.
   • Reporting of  plant abnormalities and defects report to production Supervisor
   • Improvement of productivity
   • Delivery of quality products
   • Ensure adequate supply of raw material is available at all times for smooth plant operation
   • Ensure Cost effective use of raw material
   • Ensure waste reduction and off-spec/rework
   • Control of effluent volumes
   • Review laboratory analyses and take corrective action where necessary
   • Carry out frequent plant inspection
   • Assist with RCI investigations
   • Responsible for safe making of equipment prior to maintenance
   • Correct filling of Process logsheets including Start-up and stoppage checklists, ORP change checklists and other relevant checklists.
   • Generates and initiates A3 and A4 reports for breakdowns, abnormal conditions and callouts
2. Administration and EH&S.
   • Ensure that the plant data is recorded correctly and timeously on Moodi.
   • Accurate recording of production information on log sheets or Moodi system
   • Uses all documents according to document management system
   • Be part of RCI investigations and assist in information gathering for abnormal conditions
   • Inspection of equipment on a shift basis and generate job card for any defect
   • Completes process log sheets
   • Generates job cards and issues safe work permits.
   • Recording of production, usages and losses
   • Observe the prescribed environment pollution limits
   • Conducts regular safety checks
   • Adhering to all relevant legislation and standards pertaining to the organization.
   • Responsible for safe making and cleaning/decontamination of equipment prior and during maintenance.
3. Effluent generation, management & treatment, and General Housekeeping pertaining to the operation of the plant.
   • Responsible for the management of effluent in the plants and minimize the generation of effluent
   • Help with other tasks in the plant as may be necessary and for which the incumbent can perform.
   • Maintaining good housekeeping.
4. Related SHEQ Responsibilities

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Standard Operating procedure
• Safe Work Procedure
• Crane Operation
• SDS – Safety Data sheet of products and raw material
• Product Sampling
• Trouble shooting ability (A3/A4 methodology)
• Hot and Cold work permit
• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure.
• A flexible approach to managing a changing workload.
• Good spoken and written communication skills.
• Good listening skills
• Attention to Detail
• Good decision-making skills.
• Trouble shooting.
• Integrity
• Professionalism
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• A responsible attitude to work.
• Dedication and team player
• The ability to follow safe manual handling techniques.

Experience

• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in a similar position in a chemical manufacturing environment

Qualifications:

• Matric
• NQF Level 2/3/4 Chemical Operations
• National Diploma in Chemical Engineering (Advantageous)
• Valid Overhead crane license.

Reporting structure:

This position reports to the Production Supervisor.

Personal Circumstances:

• Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre.

Other requirements:

Please ensure:

• That the application form is fully completed and attached with your CV.
• That the reference number and/or position name of this advertisement is quoted on your application form.
• That recently certified copies of all qualifications referred to on your application form and cv, are submitted.
• Applications can be handed in at the HR offices or sent electronically on or before the closing date.
• Only applications that are submitted to HR directly with either of the 2 methods mentioned above will be considered.

External Applicants:

Failure to comply with the above requirements will result in your application being disqualified.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply, should the applicant be successful the incumbent will be reasonably accommodated depending on the inherent requirements of the job.

All applicants are thanked in advance for showing interest however correspondences will only be entered into with the shortlisted candidates.

Closing date: 29 August 2025

CV’s to be sent to: careers@ncp.co.za

Recruitment for this position will be conducted with the intention progressing our Employment Equity policy, targets, and objectives. The Company reserves the right not to fill this position.

Division: Technical Department

Reference Number: PSE-07-25

Grade: D2

Purpose of the job

The Process Safety Engineer is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and mitigating process safety risks associated with chemical manufacturing operations at NCP Chlorchem. This role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and internal safety standards while promoting a culture of continuous improvement in process safety. The engineer collaborates cross-functionally to design and implement systems and procedures that prevent incidents involving hazardous chemicals. The role must support the implementation of Process Safety Management (PSM) in all production and storage facilities at NCP Chlorchem.

The abovementioned activities shall be conducted in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, No. 85 of 1993 and all relevant NCP policies and procedures. This position profile acts as a guide to the role only, and additional work outcomes may be required to be performed by the incumbent.

Key performance area

1. Process Hazard Analysis.
   • Lead and conduct Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs), such as Hazard and Operability Studies (HazOpS), What-If, 5 Whys, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA).
   • Perform risk assessments on equipment and operations involving flammable, reactive, or toxic substances.
2. Compliance.
   • Ensure compliance to Management of Change, Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment, Compliance with Standards and Process Safety Knowledge Management standards as the PSM Element owner of these PSM elements.
   • Develop, review, and update process safety procedures, process documentation, and engineering controls.
   • Lead and support PSM compliance initiatives, policies, procedures and best practices throughout the organization.
   • Ensure corrective actions arising from PHAs, Integrated Management Systems (IMS) audit, Major Hazard Installation (MHI) audits, Process Safety Management (PSM) audits and other internal and external audits are implemented, tracked and reported on a frequent basis.
   • Collaborate with the Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) department to ensure alignment and compliance with the Process Safety Management system.
   • Ensure compliance with national and international standards relating to Process Safety Management (PSM specifically and South African Nationals Standards (SANS) in general.
   • Conduct/Participate in audits and Facilitated Self Assessments. Review self-assessment program and results of plant PSM self- assessments as part of quality control.
   • Contribute to safety and process safety audits, inspections, and internal assessments with the production plan.
3. Management of Change.
   • As custodian of the Management of Change (MOC) process, manage the process to ensure safe implementation of design or process changes.
   • Monitor regulatory changes, publicly available information, and significant incidents at other chemical plants in the industry and make recommendations to the business where applicable
   • Consult with experts regarding PSM best practices and implement where applicable
4. Project Management and Support.
   • Participate in and Review Pre Start-up Safety Reviews (PSSRs) for new or modified plant or equipment or after extended shutdown periods.
   • Collaborate with engineering and operations teams during project design and implementation to incorporate safety standards.
   • Support process safety incident investigation, determine root causes, and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
   • Support training programs related to chemical hazard awareness, emergency response, and process safety fundamentals.
   • Give guidance regarding PSM topics and assist PSM Element Owners to address non-conformance in their areas.
   • Support responsible employees who interface with regulatory agencies
5. Related SHEQ Responsibilities

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) and regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of PHA / HazOpS and Risk Assessment methodology.
• Knowledge of engineering principles relating to process safety, chemical manufacturing, process chemistry and process safety.
• Knowledge of the design of chemical processing units and equipment, e.g. reactors, stripping columns. absorption towers, electrolysers, separators, storage tanks, piping, evaporators, pumps, mixers, valves, heat exchangers, boilers, cooling towers and compressors.
• Knowledge of Process Modelling and Simulation using Aspen Plus
• Knowledge of Problem-Solving Techniques
• Knowledge of Continuous Improvement
• Knowledge of Operational Planning
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations (ISO 45001)
• Knowledge of Environmental Standards (ISO 14001)
• Knowledge of Quality Standards, (ISO 9001)
• Knowledge of Major Hazard Installations, (MHIs)
• Knowledge of Root Cause Investigations (RCI)
• Knowledge in Responsible Care principles
• Computer literacy in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) – advanced
• Computer literacy in Process Modelling and Simulation Software (Aspen Plus, Hysis, ChemCAD, Matlab, Scilab)
• Strong leadership/change management skills
• High levels of self-motivation, initiative, and interpersonal skills
• Able to think independently, multi-task, and handle tasks through to completion
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, & organizational skills.
• Relationship building abilities with regulatory community
• Proven ability to lead teams, influence operations, and build consensus opinions
• Proactive problem-solving abilities – use initiative
• Good time management skills – deadline driven
• Quality and results orientated
• Good Judgement
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Analytical Ability
• Professionalism
• Attention to Detail
• Confidentiality
• Personal Ethics
• Good Decision-making ability
• Self-motivated, energetic and positive
• Reliable / responsible / dependable / trustworthy
• Team worker
• Conflict management ability
• High level of integrity
• Focus on best business practice.

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years’ plant experience with a technical understanding of process safety and its application to the chemical process industry (application in major hazard installations is advantageous).

Qualifications:

• Matric with Science and Mathematics
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Chemical Engineering)
• Process Safety Training
• MHI

Reporting structure:

This position reports to the Technical Services Manager.

Personal Circumstances:

• Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre.

Other requirements:

Please ensure:

• That the application form is fully completed and attached with your CV.
• That the reference number and/or position name of this advertisement is quoted on your application form.
• That recently certified copies of all qualifications referred to on your application form and cv, are submitted.
• Applications can be handed in at the HR offices or sent electronically on or before the closing date.
• Only applications that are submitted to HR directly with either of the 2 methods mentioned above will be considered.

External Applicants:

Failure to comply with the above requirements will result in your application being disqualified.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply, should the applicant be successful the incumbent will be reasonably accommodated depending on the inherent requirements of the job.

All applicants are thanked in advance for showing interest however correspondences will only be entered into with the shortlisted candidates.

Closing date: 05 August 2025

CV’s to be sent to: careers@ncp.co.za

Recruitment for this position will be conducted with the intention progressing our Employment Equity policy, targets, and objectives. The Company reserves the right not to fill this position.

Division: Compliance

Reference Number: BRCO-08-25

Grade: C5

Purpose of the job

The Business Risk and Compliance Officer is responsible for the development, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of agile, fit-for-purpose Risk Management, Business Continuity, and Compliance Frameworks and Programmes that align with the company’s strategic objectives, regulatory obligations, and operational goals.

This role translates legal and regulatory requirements into practical, actionable solutions, while fostering a strong culture of governance, ethics, and accountability across all company sites.

Functioning as an independent and objective body, the position evaluates and oversees risk, business continuity, and compliance matters to ensure the organization operates within its defined risk appetite and in full compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

The Business Risk and Compliance Officer proactively identifies and mitigates risks to minimize their impact on the organization, enabling the sustainable achievement of strategic objectives.

The role also leads and coordinates external legal compliance audits—particularly those related to the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Environmental Acts, and other applicable legislation—ensuring timely execution and resolution of findings.

Additionally, this position serves as a central point of contact for all risk, compliance, and business continuity issues, directing concerns to appropriate channels and acting as the final internal escalation point for unresolved matters.

The abovementioned activities shall be conducted in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, No. 85 of 1993 and all relevant NCP policies and procedures.

This position profile acts as a guide to the role only, and additional work outcomes may be required to be performed by the incumbent.

Key performance area

1. Provide support to GRC Director.
   • Assist with ad hoc activities and special projects related to Risk, Compliance, Business Continuity, and broader Governance functions.
   • Support initiatives such as ethics investigations, governance reviews, and other strategic or operational tasks as required.
2. Compliance.
   • Draft and update compliance policies and procedures and submit to for review and approval prior to submission to GRC Director.
   • Maintain and update the compliance implementation roadmap for NCP and its sites as required and review yearly.
   • Develop, maintain, and present Introduction to Compliance and any other relevant and related presentations to relevant stakeholders, across all processes, departments and sites to create an awareness and understanding of Compliance and legislative requirements on the business.
   • Arrange and facilitate Compliance workshops with relevant stakeholders / departments and update / maintain NCP departmental / site specific compliance universes.
   • Review and distribute legislative updates to relevant NCP departments and sites, and update on relevant departmental / sites compliance universes.
   • Develop and monitor an implementation plan on gaps identified during compliance workshops to ensure that NCP remains compliant with all legislation and standards
   • Report and escalate any non-compliances to legal requirements, policies, procedures, standards that could adversely affect NCP to the relevant management and GRC Director.
   • Attend compliance-related meetings (e.g., MOC Meeting, Serious RCIs, Insurance) and identify any possible gaps not covered on current compliance universe and send updates to GRC Director.
   • Prepare the monthly Compliance report timeously and submit it to the GRC Director.
   • Prepare a quarterly dashboard Compliance report for the NCP board meetings and submit it to the GRC Director.
   • Act as alternative point of contact for Compliance throughout NCP and its sites.
   • Facilitate the Risk, Business Continuity Management and Compliance review meetings to EXCO.
   • Draft and compile the Risk, Business Continuity and Compliance review minutes.
   • Oversee the Sabinet subscription and take note of the CAIA advocacy to ensure that the business is up to date on the latest regulations, including changes to legislation and this is communicated and incorporate into the Compliance Universe, with key controls documented (where possible to show compliance) and compliance risk mitigation strategies documents to strive for compliance. 
   • Manages the business’ compliance with the GHS Regulations by informing the relevant stakeholders of the necessary regulations’ updates, ensures all NCP’s SDS’ and labels are reviewed and updated as per the regulatory review timeframes.
   • Facilitate the Health and Safety Legal compliance audits for all NCP sites by ensuring the agreed dates are booked in the relevant persons’ calendars, the scope of the audits is shared, the relevant personnel are prepared and informed of the upcoming audit, the findings are developed into a Corrective Action Plan (CAP).
   • Monitor the open findings arising from the Health and Safety legal compliance audits to ensure compliance, by verifying and ensure closure thereof on EDMS
3. Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) & Operational Risk Management (ORM).
   • Update ERM & ORM business risk management policies, procedures, and framework for NCP, whilst ensuring that the ORM is integrated into the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Framework and there are no contradictions or differences in terminology and definitions
   • Update and maintain the ERM & ORM presentations used to create, promote, and maintain a culture of risk understanding, awareness, responsibility, and accountability throughout NCP’s sites.
   • Schedule and facilitate the ERM risk workshops to identify key risks and opportunities and to evaluate them accordingly.
   • Analyse and ensure quality of the ERM risk registers’ information, risk rating scales are updated and accurate, and ensure that risk treatments / mitigation strategies are clearly documented and monitored for reporting purposes. Follow up on overdue items and escalate where necessary to relevant management.
   • Consolidate the ERM departmental risk registers to enable the risk reporting process in determining, classifying, and rating NCP’s top 10 business risks, which will be used in EXCO and Board presentations.
   • Trend the risks according to categories identified within the risk registers to enable grouping or risks for a better consolidated view of tops risk themes.
   • Facilitate the insurance survey by ensuring the agreed dates are booked in the relevant persons’ calendars, the scope of the audits is shared, the relevant personnel are prepared and informed of the upcoming survey, all survey required documents are prepared and submitted to the insurer and the recommendations are developed into a Corrective Action Plan, (CAP).
   • Update and maintain Insurance risk survey feedback and findings monthly between NCP and NCP’s underwriters and submit them to the GRC Director for final review and communication back to the Insurers
   • Attend risk related meetings (e.g., MOC Meeting, Serious RCIs, Insurance) and identify any possible gaps not covered on current risk registers and update risk registers with ratings accordingly
   • Monitor external environmental for risk trends and themes that could potentially impact or affect NCP and consider during the risk management workshop and highlight these in monthly reports.
   • Act as main point of contact for ERM and ORM throughout NCP and its sites.
4. Business Continuity Management (BCM).
   • Develop and Maintain the Business Continuity Management Plan (BCMP):
   • Ensure the BCMP is current, comprehensive, and reflects changes in business operations, processes, and organizational structure.
   • Conduct Business Impact Analyses (BIAs):
   • Identify critical business functions, assess the impact of disruptions, and determine recovery priorities and timeframes.
   • Facilitate Risk Assessments Related to Continuity:
   • Evaluate potential threats and vulnerabilities that could disrupt operations and integrate findings into the BCMP.
   • Coordinate and Facilitate BCM Reviews and Workshops:
   • Engage departments and heads of departments across all sites in reviewing and validating continuity plans, ensuring alignment with business needs and mitigating downtime risks  (e.g., plant redundancy, alternative suppliers, IT failovers, remote work locations).
   • Document and Update Recovery Strategies:
   • Work with departmental managers to ensure recovery plans include redundancy protocols, alternative suppliers, IT failovers, and remote work capabilities etc.
   • Test and Exercise the BCMP:
   • Plan and conduct tabletop exercises, simulations, and drills to validate the effectiveness of continuity and recovery strategies.
   • Monitor and Align BCM with Risk Management Frameworks:
   • Ensure BCM risks are reflected in the enterprise and operational risk registers and are actively monitored and mitigated.
   • Ensure Regulatory Compliance:
   • Verify that the BCMP complies with applicable legislation, standards (e.g., ISO 22301), and industry best practices.
   • Promote BCM Awareness:
   • Develop and deliver training and awareness sessions to staff across all departments and sites.
   • Continuously Improve BCM Processes:
   • Identify opportunities to streamline and enhance BCM processes, tools, and reporting mechanisms.
   • Support, arrange and coordinate actions in a crisis event supporting the GRC Director.
5. Budget.
   • Compile cost forecast for budget inputs related to Risk, Compliance, Business Continuity, and Insurance activities.
   • Submit the budget inputs to the Business Enablement Manager and GRC Director for review and inclusion in the overall departmental budget.
6. Related SHERQ responsibilities.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Strong knowledge of risk management and compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 31000, ISO 22301)
• In-depth understanding of Business Continuity Management principles and practices
• Knowledge of compliance requirements within a chemical or manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with Process Safety Management (PSM)
• Understanding of Major Hazard Installation (MHI) regulations and protocols
• Proficiency in conducting and analyzing Root Cause Investigations (RCI)
• Comprehensive knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety legislation, standards, and codes
• Knowledge of Environmental legislation, standards, and applicable regulatory codes
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Familiarity with Ariscu (compliance and risk management platform)
• Strong prioritization skills
• Monitoring and evaluation capabilities
• Accurate and timely reporting skills
• Effective stakeholder relationship management
• Strong coordination and organizational skills
• Experience with SAP systems (advantageous)
• Business process mapping (advantageous).
• Excellent analytical and logical thinking skills
• Proactive problem-solving and sound decision-making abilities
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good time management skills; deadline-driven
• Quality and results-oriented
• Ability to work independently and maintain objectivity
• Reliable, responsible, dependable, and trustworthy
• Strong team player
• Committed to best business practices and ethical standards
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to work well with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Capable of leading people, teams, and organizational initiatives
• Strong planning and organizing abilities
• Able to multitask efficiently

Experience

• Minimum 4 years Risk Management.
• Minimum 4 years Compliance experience.
• Minimum 4 years Business Continuity Management Experience.
• Minimum 4 years Manufacturing Environment experience.
• Minimum 2 years Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality Experience (advantageous).
• Minium 1 year in Environmental Legislation (advantageous).

Qualifications:

• Matric with Mathematics.
• National Diploma: Risk Management / Compliance.
• International Certificate: Risk Management (IRM UK) (advantageous).

Technical Certifications:

• Legal liability & Compliance – Occupational Health and Safety
• GHS / Dangerous goods
• Member of Institute Risk Management South Africa (IRMSA) (advantageous)
• Member of Compliance Institute (advantageous)

Reporting structure:

This position reports to the GRC Director.         

Personal Circumstances:

• Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre.
• Able to travel to Cato Ridge, Atlantis.
• Driver’s License

Other requirements:

Please ensure:

• That the application form is fully completed and attached with your CV.
• That the reference number and/or position name of this advertisement is quoted on your application form.
• That recently certifiedcopies of all qualifications referred to on your application form and cv, are submitted.
• Applications can be handed in at the HR offices (Head Office) or sent electronically (email below) on or before the closing date.
• Only applications that are submitted to HR directly with either of the 2 methods mentioned above will be considered.

External Applicants:

Failure to comply with the above requirements will result in your application being disqualified.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply, should the applicant be successful the incumbent will be reasonably accommodated depending on the inherent requirements of the job.

All applicants are thanked in advance for showing interest however correspondences will only be entered into with the shortlisted candidates.

Closing date: 27 August 2025

Applications to be sent to: careers@ncp.co.za

Recruitment for this position will be conducted with the intention of progressing our Employment Equity policy, targets, and objectives. The Company reserves the right not to fill this position.