ER Consultant

Division: Human Resources

Reference Number: ERC-08-23

Grade: C3

Closing Date: 1 September 2023

Purpose of the job
The aim for the incumbent is to implement systems and processes in order to mitigate workplace
conflict. In this role, the incumbent must manage the implementation of employee relations strategies,
policies and procedures in line with NCP priorities and objectives.
To strengthen the employer-employee relationship through identifying and resolving workplace issues,
measuring employee satisfaction and morale, and providing support and input to the company’s
performance management process..
Key performance area

  1. To develop Employee Relations Plan in line with overall HR and NCP Business
    strategy.
  • To evaluate the employee relations risks aspects of the Annual HR Business Plan
    through the analysis of current versus required Employee Relations activities.
  • Continuously liaise with the HR Executive on all employee relations risks within NCP.
  • To ensure that all Employee Relations strategy, policies, guidelines, and procedures are
    developed, implemented, and adhered to within the requirements of all relevant
    legislation.
  • To ensure that NCP line managers are trained to apply all NCP labour relations
    processes and procedures effectively.
  1. To oversee the implementation of effective employee relations processes within NCP
    and external forums.
  • Provide technical and strategic advice and support to line and executive managers on
    the handling of disciplinary and grievance procedures to ensure adherence to legislation
    requirements.
  • To ensure compliance with relevant collective agreements and international labour
    conventions within NCP and external forums.
  1. To Build relationship with employee representative unions.
  • To build and maintain effective relationships with relevant Labour Union and
    representatives within the framework of the NCP values.
  • To compile and submit all formal communication to Labour Union as specified in the
    requirements of the collective agreement on a continuous basis.
  • To organise and facilitate the monthly meetings between NCP and the Labour Union
    within the framework of NCP values.
  1. Reporting.
  • Compilation and submission of the monthly Employee relations report to the HRBP and
    HR Executive.
  1. To represent NCP at external forums.
  • To ensure that NCP are represented at the bargaining council within the framework of
    NCP policy, procedure and relevant legislation.
  • To ensure that NCP are represented at the labour court through the panel of attorney
    within the agreed mandate.
  • To ensure that NCP are represented at the employer organisation forum within the
    framework of NCP policy, procedure, and relevant legislation.
  • Adhere to regulatory standards.
  1. HR services
  • Assist with daily HR interventions as and when required.
  1. Related SHERQ responsibilities

Technical Competencies

  • Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
  • Knowledge of Labour legislation
  • Change management skills
    Behavioural Competencies
  • Planning and organizational skills
  • Report writing skills
  • Superior Negotiation skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • High level of integrity
  • Able to handle conflict management

Experience

  • Minimum 5 years representation at CCMA and Bargaining Council experience
  • Min 2 years exposure to the labour court
  • Min 5 years exposure to a unionised environment in a chemical Operation.

Qualifications:

  • National Diploma/ Degree in Labour relations/ Law/ Human resources (NQF 6)
  • Postgraduate qualification in Labour law would be an advantage (NQF 7)
    Reporting structure:
  • This position reports to the HR Business Partner.
    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 (Head Office) or sent electronically on or before
    the closing date.
  • Only applications that are submitted to HR directly will be considered.
    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: 01 September 2023
    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.

Learning Practitioner (Engineering)

Division: Human Resources (L&D)

Reference Number: LPE-08-23

Grade: C2

Closing Date: 30 August 2023

Purpose of the job
The purpose of this role is to analyse learning needs and facilitate knowledge acquisition through
internal and external learning interventions as well as reporting on the effectiveness of such
interventions. This includes delivering fundamental engineering theoretical and practical training
according to QCTO and other related legislations as well as ensuring that all identified skills gaps
related to daily tasks are closed.
Key performance area

  1. To develop and review learning material (learner guides, facilitator guides,
    presentation/simulations, and assessments)
  • To develop and maintain all training material for engineering critical tasks according to
    trade-specific standard operating procedures as well as aligning them to OBE principles
    and PSM requirements.
  • To develop and maintain formative and summative assessments for proving competency
    against those critical tasks.
  • To develop, revise and update any other training material as per Departmental/Business
    requirements.
  1. Needs analysis.
  • To conduct skills gap analysis in liaison with line managers on annual basis and/or when
    technology changes per job role and employee profile.
  • Identify and plan effective gap closure interventions within the agreed timelines.
  • To develop and maintain engineering skills matrixes monthly and monitor training
    progress to achieve 80% compliance for all personnel.
  • To monitor SHE and mandatory/statutory training requirements for all engineering teams
    annually as per training matrix to achieve 100% compliance.
  • Attending engineering teams and training meetings to provide regular feedback to
    stakeholders and L&D manager.
  • Monitor and support PDP discussion sessions for engineering teams.
  1. Compliance
  • Manage statutory, regulatory and permit requirements for engineering teams to always
    achieve 100% compliance.
  • Ensure 100% compliance to all Internal and External audits (ISO, SANAS, etc) for your
    area of responsibility.
  • To prepare for any CHIETA audits and registrations and 100% compliance
  • with QALA /QCTO audits (ARPL & Apprentices & Engineering WIL students)
  • To manage the compliance to QCTO/SETA workplace approval for all trades and related
    requirements
  • To monitor learners’ logbooks and track training progress as stipulated in the trade-
    specific workplace requirements.
  • To perform all L&D related administrative functions including preparing and submitting
    reports (competency, course evaluation etc.)
  1. To coordinate, facilitate and assess training.
  • To provide theoretical and practical training on any trade specific hand tools according to
    QCTO standards.
  • To Provide theoretical and practical training and assessment on the following technical
    processes: work permit procedure, learner mentor/coach
  • To conduct assessments to monitor apprentices’ progress and training effectiveness.
  • Maintain records of all training completed by engineering departments and reporting on
    non-attendance with reasons.
  • Coordinate the scheduling of apprentices for institutional training and workplace
    component placements.
  • To identify ARPL candidates and provide effective advice as well as facilitating the
    process to end.
  • To take part in recruitment of engineering learners / students and manage them during
    their training duration. (Apprentice, WIL)
  • Related SHERQ responsibilities
    Technical Competencies
  • Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act & Regulations – Driven Machinery and
    statutory
  • Knowledge of ISO 9001,45001, 14001 requirements related to Training and Engineering
  • Skills Development Act, Skill Development Levies act
  • Understanding SD environment and application of OBE principles
  • Working experience in the Engineering processes
  • PSM knowledge and relations to Training
  • Understand and manage ARPL process.
  • Understand and manager QCTO/SETA accreditation process – SDP and workplace.
  • Understand and manage QALA process.
  • Computer Literacy – MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint – Advance Level
    Behavioural Competencies
  • Facilitation skills
  • Passion for Learning and People Development
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Proactive problem-solving abilities – use initiative
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to create understanding.
  • Good time management skills – deadline driven.
  • Quality and results orientated.
  • Self-motivated, energetic, and positive
  • Team worker
  • Able to handle conflict management.
  • High level of integrity and work ethics
    Experience
  • 3 years as a qualified Artisan in a chemical / manufacturing environment
  • 2 years as a Learning Practitioner / Training Officer.

Qualifications:

  • Matric/ N3 with Maths and Science
  • Qualified Artisan (Electrical/Instrument/Fitting/Millwright)
  • Higher Certificate in OD ETDP
  • Constituent Assessor & Moderator
  • Trade certificate

Reporting structure:

  • This position reports to the Learning & Development 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 (Head Office) or sent electronically on or before
    the closing date.
  • Only applications that are submitted to HR directly will be considered.
    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: 30 August 2023
    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.

Handyman (Rigger)

Division: Maintenance

Reference Number: HR-08-23

Grade: PG12

Closing Date: 29 August 2023

Purpose of the job
The Rigger Handyman reports to the Supervisor and is responsible for conducting preventative
maintenance and maintenance on NCP Chlorchem Site.
The responsibilities abovementioned shall be conducted in compliance with the requirements of the
Occupational Health and Safety Act No.85 of 1993.
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. General Maintenance
  • Accurately rigging of equipment heavier than 25kg
  • Ensure that the equipment is inspected properly, and any discrepancies are
    corrected or reported.
  • Accurately Lifting of equipment
  • Ensure that the equipment used is cleaned.
  • Timeous transporting equipment internally and externally.
  • Ensure that spares are collected from suppliers timeously.
  • Truck Mounted Crane Operator
  1. Adhoc
  • Carry out all lawful & reasonable instruction given to the incumbent.
  1. Related SHERQ responsibilities
    Technical Competencies
  • Environment, Safety & Health (including Legal)
  • Emergency Procedure
  • Quality Awareness
  • Safe Work Permit
  • BBP and Quality observation
  • Risk Assessment
  • SHERQ orientation
    Behavioural Competencies
  • Attention to detail.
  • Good planning and organising skills.
  • Be able to do basic problem solving and decision making and analysis.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Good judgement

Experience

  • At least 2 years’ experience working in a similar position after being qualified as a Rigger.
  • Must be able to operate an overhead crane and have a licence.
  • Have a valid PDP licence.
    Qualifications:
  • Grade 12 (Matric)
  • Trade test completed as a Rigger.
  • Any other relevant tertiary qualification
    Reporting structure:
  • This position reports to the Services Supervisor.
    Personal Circumstances:
  • Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre.
  • May be required to be on standby.
    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 (Head Office) or sent electronically on or before
    the closing date.
  • Only applications that are submitted to HR directly will be considered.
    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 2023
    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.

Material Handler (Salt Handling)

Division: Production (Brine & Utilities)

Reference Number: MHSH-08-23

Grade: PG13

Closing Date: 25 August 2023

Purpose of the job

The Material Handler reports to the Production Supervisor and is responsible for continuous cost-
effective service of offloading raw materials at the Salt warehouse. Conduct visual checks on the salt

to be offloaded, accept the incoming delivery, and then offload the trucks. Operate plant according to
production plan. Ensure sufficient salt is fed to the dissolvers. Responsible for accurate recording of all
salt loads received in Moodi data capturing. Ensure safe and accurate shift handover. Report any
deviations from the process to the Shift Supervisor. Follow procedures observing at all times EH&S
guidelines and communicate clearly with other departments.
Key performance area

  1. OFFLOADING ROAD TANKERS.
  • Responsible for accepting and offloading salt deliveries.
  • Records all required information on salt deliveries in the required log sheet
  • Offload salt deliveries and move the salt to designated area within the plant.
  • Adhere to SHERQ guidelines at all times.
  • Work together with the Front End Loader Drivers to ensure constant filling of salt to the
    hoppers.
  1. SAMPLING.
  • Responsible for taking salt samples and conducting visual quality checks of salt to be
    offloaded.
  • Take Salt Dissolver Brine sample for analysis and concentration.
  • Ensure that the samples /retention samples are taken as per procedure requirements
    and is submitted to the QC lab for analysis.
  • Ensure that the sample register is filled in each time sample is submitted at the QC
    laboratory.
  1. TRACEABILITY.
  • Responsible for ensuring good traceability of offloaded deliveries.
  • Reads delivery note to ascertain materials in the truck to be offloaded.
  • Records all required information on salt deliveries in the required log sheets.
  • Ensure traceability of the truck loads that have been received and recorded.
  • Responsible for accurate recording of all salt loads received in the Moodi data capturing
    system.
  1. SAFE PLANT OPERATION AND SHUTDOWN.
  • Responsible for safe and efficient operation of equipment as per SOP.
  • Operate plant according to production plan.
  • Ensure sufficient salt is fed into the dissolver.
  • Monitor the plant whilst is in operation and take necessary corrective action when there
    is deviation.
  • Safe making of equipment’s and prepare Permit to work.
  • Ensure safe and proper shift handover is done.
  • Reports any deviate from process to Production Shift Supervisor.
  1. Ad Hoc.
  • Carry out all lawful and reasonable instructions given to the incumbent.
  • Assist in other plants of the Section when requested.
  • Train other Material Handlers and Adherence to SHERQ principle
  • Carrying out products using a forklift.
  1. COMPLYING WITH EH&S REQUIREMENTS
  • Ensure compliance with all EH&S policies and procedures within own area of operation.
  • Attend any RCI invite and conduct preliminary investigation as soon as an incident
    occurs.
  • Ensure good housekeeping after any maintenance work as per job request by checking
    the area where work was done before signing off the work as complete.
  1. Related SHERQ responsibilities

Technical Competencies

  • The incumbent should know how to handle dangerous goods.
  • Basic knowledge of the equipment that is used.
  • Knowledge of operational procedures, systems that are operational in workplace.
  • Understanding 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

Behavioural Competencies

  • Hardworking
  • Willingness to learn.
  • Positive attitude
  • Attention to details.
  • Listening skills and Visibility
  • Good communication skills (Verbal and Written)
  • Physically fit to do the work and Emotional intelligence.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Be able to do basic problem solving and decision making and analysis.

Experience

  • 2 to 3 years’ experience working in a similar position in a chemical manufacturing environment.

Qualifications:

  • Grade 12 with Maths and Science
  • NQF Level 2: Chemical Operations

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 (Head Office) or sent electronically on or before
    the closing date.
  • Only applications that are submitted to HR directly will be considered.
    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: 25 August 2023
    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.

Millwright Technician

Division: Operations (Atlantis)

Reference Number: MTA-08-23

Grade: PG10

Closing Date: 25 August 2023

Purpose of the job
To manage the daily operations and maintenance at the Cato Ridge plants so as to meet production
of customer volumes and quality requirements in a safe and efficient manner that ensures the
company’s sustainable profitability and competitiveness in the region.
Key performance area

  1. To manage the Cl2 warehouse operations are run efficiently and ensuring continuous
    stock availability and turnaround with customers and Chloorkop.
  • To ensure that the packed chlorine drums and cylinders are stacked properly and safely.
  • To ensure that full/empty stock transfer vehicles are loaded/unloaded on the day of
    arrival or departure. Transported cylinders/drums empty and full must be properly
    securely so that they don’t fall while in transit.
  • To ensure that standby is recorded on a timesheet and managed within the Department’s
    annual budget in the Cl2 warehouse on a weekly basis.
  • To ensure that good housekeeping and time keeping is maintained with weekly audits for
    compliance.
  • To ensure that chlorine monitors inside the warehouse are in good working condition and
    that are calibrated as per schedule.
  • To ensure chlorine monitors trigger the automatic closing of roller doors when they detect
    chlorine leak.
  1. To manage the Depot Emergency System with relevant problem solving to ensure the
    continuous and safe operation of the Atlantis Depot.
  • To ensure that Plant downtime is minimized by making sure that Preventative
    Maintenance, Corrective Maintenance schedule for all Critical Equipment is adhered to
  • To ensure that Scrubber system is in good working order all the time
  • To ensure that Generator system is in good working order all the time
  • To test Emergency alarm every Thursday of the week.
  • To conduct Emergency Drill at least twice a year.
  • To attend to plant standby for off-site Hazchem callouts, customer and community
    Complaints, plant breakdowns and plant system fault finding when required.
  1. To manage the plant maintenance program at Atlantis Depot to ensure minimum
    disruption to production activities.
  • To manages and processes all the plant scheduled and statutory maintenance programs
    as per legal requirements.
  • To ensure that emergency maintenance down time is kept to a maximum of 1 x day off
    line by ensuring that spares is always available.
  • To ensure that annual shut down and maintenance plans are formulated and kept up to
    date at all times.
  • To manage a small team of offsite based contractors and ensure efficient usage of their
    time.
  • To ensure maximum equipment availability in accordance with best practices and
    meeting all the legal requirements of the OSHACT.
  1. To ensure that the specified NCP safety standards are always maintained.
  • To ensure that specified safety and maintenance procedures are always followed
  • To ensure that Contractors SHE files are reviewed timeously and must comply with NCP
    Directives
  • To ensure that Contractors SHE files are reviewed timeously and must comply with NCP
    Directives
  • To ensure that Risk Assessment are up to date and updated when need to.
  • To ensure that audits on warehouse operating procedures are done according to the
    specified checklist at least once per month.
  • To ensure that audits on plant safety systems are done according to the specified
    checklist at least once per month.
  • Take responsible care for the health and safety of himself and of other persons who may
    be affected by his acts or omissions.
  • As regards to 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.
  1. To control plant maintenance expenses within the annual fixed cost budget.
  • To ensure that costs are reduces by using only registered/approved vendors on the NCP
    database and consulting with alternative suppliers to gain better value when required.
  1. Personal Responsibility and Authority
  • Take care of his/her own safety and of other persons
  • Prevent, reduce, reuse and recycle waste.
  • Prevent poor quality performance from occurring.
  • Comply with applicable SHEQ legislation, NCP SHERQ Policy and related NCP
    procedures and work instructions.
  • Obey employer SHEQ rules and procedures.
  • Be aware of the SHEQ hazards, risks, aspects, and impacts.
  • Report any hazards or risks.
  • Report any SHEQ incidents which may affect change.
  • Act within one’s ability.
  • Proactively recognize threats to continuous improvement, the environment, health and
    safety of oneself and of others.
  • Leave any working place whenever circumstances arise at that working place which, with
    reasonable justification, appear to that employee to pose a serious danger to the health
    or safety of that employee.
  • Related SHERQ responsibilities
    Technical Competencies
  • Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act
  • Knowledge of SHERQ Management Standards
  • Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
  • SAP
  • Reports writing
    Behavioural Competencies
  • Proactive problem solving abilities – use initiative
  • Good time management skills – deadline driven
  • Quality and results orientated
  • Decision making
  • Self-motivated, energetic and positive
  • Reliable / responsible / dependable / trustworthy
  • Team worker
  • Able to handle conflict management
  • High level of integrity
  • Focus on best business practice and ethics
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
    Experience
  • Minimum 2 years Spares and chemical handling Experience.
  • Minimum 5 years Chemical industrial environment.

Qualifications:

  • N6 Millwright / BTech Mechanical Engineering
    Reporting structure:
  • This position reports to the Maintenance Coordinator.
    Personal Circumstances:
  • Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre.
  • May be required to be on standby.
    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 (Head Office) or sent electronically on or before
    the closing date.
  • Only applications that are submitted to HR directly will be considered.
    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: 25 August 2023
    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.

ER Consultant

Division: Human Resources

Reference Number:ERC-08-23

Grade: C3

Closing Date: 22 August 2023

Purpose of the job
The aim for the incumbent is to implement systems and processes in order to mitigate workplace
conflict. In this role, the incumbent must manage the implementation of employee relations strategies,
policies and procedures in line with NCP priorities and objectives.
To strengthen the employer-employee relationship through identifying and resolving workplace issues,
measuring employee satisfaction and morale, and providing support and input to the company’s
performance management process..
Key performance area

  1. To develop Employee Relations Plan in line with overall HR and NCP Business
    strategy.
  • To evaluate the employee relations risks aspects of the Annual HR Business Plan
    through the analysis of current versus required Employee Relations activities.
  • Continuously liaise with the HR Executive on all employee relations risks within NCP.
  • To ensure that all Employee Relations strategy, policies, guidelines, and procedures are
    developed, implemented, and adhered to within the requirements of all relevant
    legislation.
  • To ensure that NCP line managers are trained to apply all NCP labour relations
    processes and procedures effectively.
  1. To oversee the implementation of effective employee relations processes within NCP
    and external forums.
  • Provide technical and strategic advice and support to line and executive managers on
    the handling of disciplinary and grievance procedures to ensure adherence to legislation
    requirements.
  • To ensure compliance with relevant collective agreements and international labour
    conventions within NCP and external forums.
  1. To Build relationship with employee representative unions.
  • To build and maintain effective relationships with relevant Labour Union and
    representatives within the framework of the NCP values.
  • To compile and submit all formal communication to Labour Union as specified in the
    requirements of the collective agreement on a continuous basis.
  • To organise and facilitate the monthly meetings between NCP and the Labour Union
    within the framework of NCP values.
  1. Reporting.
  • Compilation and submission of the monthly Employee relations report to the HRBP and
    HR Executive.
  1. To represent NCP at external forums.
  • To ensure that NCP are represented at the bargaining council within the framework of
    NCP policy, procedure and relevant legislation.
  • To ensure that NCP are represented at the labour court through the panel of attorney
    within the agreed mandate.
  • To ensure that NCP are represented at the employer organisation forum within the
    framework of NCP policy, procedure, and relevant legislation.
  • Adhere to regulatory standards.
  1. HR services
  • Assist with daily HR interventions as and when required.
  1. Related SHERQ responsibilities

Technical Competencies

  • Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
  • Knowledge of Labour legislation
  • Change management skills
    Behavioural Competencies
  • Planning and organizational skills
  • Report writing skills
  • Superior Negotiation skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • High level of integrity
  • Able to handle conflict management

Experience

  • Minimum 5 years representation at CCMA and Bargaining Council experience
  • Min 2 years exposure to the labour court
  • Min 5 years exposure to a unionised environment in a chemical Operation.

Qualifications:

  • National Diploma/ Degree in Labour relations/ Law/ Human resources (NQF 6)
  • Postgraduate qualification in Labour law would be an advantage (NQF 7)
    Reporting structure:
  • This position reports to the HR Business Partner.
    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 (Head Office) or sent electronically on or before
    the closing date.
  • Only applications that are submitted to HR directly will be considered.
    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: 22 August 2023
    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.

Quality Assurance Practitioner

Division: Compliance

Reference Number: QAP-08-23

Grade: C3

Closing Date: 24 August 2023

Purpose of the job
The Quality Assurance Practitioner reports to SHEP Manager and is mainly responsible for
coordinating, coaching and actively promoting NCP’s quality programme at the plants which is
necessary for the achievement of quality objectives of the plant and customer satisfaction.
The incumbent is the plant’s Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the ISO-9001 and quality systems, he/she
ensures that NCP’s systems, policies, processes, and procedures are adhered to by all at the plant
and that the final product meets required specification.
The incumbent must serve as a quality representative to improve awareness, visibility, and
communication on quality initiatives in support of departmental, functional, site, divisional and corporate
quality goals, and priorities.
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.
Key performance area

  1. Maintenance of quality systems, and practices which meet customer requirements.
  • Coaches the plant personnel in the use of Quality Systems for achievement of Quality
    Objectives.
  • Identifies possibilities for improvement through customer feedback and through
    Business-driven programs.
  • Works together with the plant personnel to identify problems and increase quality by
    monitoring using statistical process control tools.
  • Ensure product traceability data is accessible and fit for purpose.
  • Take part in the checking of plant activities with potential effects on the product quality.
  • Ensure effective application of quality risk management.
  1. Handling of non-conforming product and customer complaints.
  • Conduct preliminary investigations as soon as customer complaints are received; collect
    all the information that are required during the RCI before the scheduled RCI date. COA,
    MOT checklist, IPS, loading information as well as laboratory results.
  • Lead root cause investigations on customer complaints and internal quality related
    incidents and ensures the proper root cause is identified to prevent a recurrence.
  • Assists the Production Engineer and Section Manager in the validation of the
    effectiveness of completed corrective actions.
  • Completes effective corrective actions and documents them as complete by noting the
    date completed and a description of exactly what was done to complete the corrective
    action.
  • Monitors the quality status of the individual raw materials such as salt, paraplex, and
    paraffin with relevant stakeholders.
  1. Adherence to Quality Standards (ISO 9001, NSF)
  • Coordinates the implementation of ISO quality systems for process plants and the overall
    business.
  • Actively participates in all quality related audits, (internal, external, customer, service
    provider).
  • Conducts quality related self-audits with the ISO 9001 management system and the NSF
    60 standard.
  • Ensures that corrective actions to internal and external audits are submitted timeously.
  • Facilitates the corrective action management process for ISO 9001 related non-
    conformances.
  • Ensures operating procedures and guidelines fulfil the quality requirements of the
    business.
  • Co-ordinates the updating / revision of the documents, and reports to management on
    the status of the document system.
  • Ensures compliance with the quality policy and procedures.
  1. Management of the plant laboratories and compliance to relevant standards.
  • Creates, validates, and processes measurements for monitoring key plant quality control
    points.
  • Train plant personnel on production quality requirements such as record keeping,
    laboratory execution work in accordance with ISO 9001 and NSF60 self-audit schedules.
  • Manage laboratory chemicals and equipment and ensure compliance to ISO 9001, ISO
    45001 and ISO 14001 standards on a daily basis.
  • Conducts risk assessments on the plant laboratory tasks.
  • Ensures that all chemicals used in the plant are handled and disposed of properly, as
    specified in the chemical SDS instructions.
  1. General Quality Management
  • Estimates the quality costs of product rework as well as the overall quality costs for
    product failures (Price of Non-Conformance, PONC).
  • Collates quality data and ensures that statistical process control charts are trended and
    evaluated to raise quality awareness and focus on process improvement.
  • Coordinates and reports on product quality performance and the quality management
    system monthly.
  • Provides quality and technical custodianship and transfer technical best practices to
    production.
  • Monitors compliance to quality plans by production personnel through regular self-audits
    and reporting.
  • Oversees investigations into unusual incidents involving quality and cost (including
    service quality).
  • Completes and submits the RCI report on time.
  • Assists with process capability studies as required.
  • Verify adherence to process and plant equipment calibration schedules during self-audits
    to ensure compliance.
  • Provides guidance on the use of methods/tools to improve quality performance.
  • Ensure that employees follow all existing quality procedures, test methods, and
    equipment.
  • Coordinates with production, maintenance, and procurement to resolve incompatible
    material of construction-related quality issues.
  • Coordinates with production, maintenance, and procurement to resolve equipment-
    related quality issues.
  • Develops and implements a quality control plan.
  • Related SHERQ responsibilities

Technical Competencies

  • Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act
  • Knowledge of Regulation of Hazardous Chemical Agents (HCA)
  • Knowledge of GHS Labelling
  • Knowledge of Risk Management and conducting Risk Assessments
  • Experience in writing reports and policies for health and safety.
  • Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics.
  • Experience in conducting Root Cause Investigations (RCI)
  • Knowledge of NSF 60 standard (ideal)
  • Excellent analytical skills
  • Planning and organizational skills
  • Excellent report writing skills.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to present and explain quality topics.
  • Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
    Behavioural Competencies
  • Have good persuasion skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Proactive problem-solving abilities – use initiative
  • Good time management skills – deadline driven.
  • Self-motivated, energetic, and positive
  • Good team player yet can also work independently.
  • High level of integrity
  • Able to handle conflict management.
  • Reliable / responsible / dependable / trustworthy
  • Focus on best business practice and ethics.
  • Quality and results oriented.
  • Be able to physically walk between plant lab, main labs, production plants etc (a must)

Experience

  • Minimum 5 years Quality Experience.
  • Minimum 3 years Chemical Manufacturing Environment.
    Qualifications:
  • Matric with Science and Mathematics.
  • National Diploma in Total Quality Management
  • ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 implementation accreditation training
    Reporting structure:
  • This position reports to the SHEP Manager.
    Personal Circumstances:
  • Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre.
  • May be required to be on standby.

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 (Head Office) or sent electronically on or before
    the closing date.
  • Only applications that are submitted to HR directly will be considered.
    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: 24 August 2023
    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.

Instrumentation Artisan

Division: Maintenance

Reference Number: IA-08-23

Grade: PG11

Closing Date: 11 August 2023

Purpose of the job
The Instrumentation Artisan reports to the Instrumentation Supervisor and has the primary
responsibilities to:

  • Inspect the Instrumentation within the area of responsibility.
  • Repair and/or replace the equipment that is not fit-for-service or unsafe.
  • Maintain and/or Improve Instrumentation to ensure safe and continuous availability of the
    assets.
  • Ensure that the Housekeeping within the area of responsibility is always acceptable and/or
    better than it was before the Mechanician interacted with the area in question.
  • Ensure feedback is given to the line manager concerning the Inspection, Repair and/or
    Replacement conducted within the area of responsibility. The Feedback shall include a
    formal 5WHY and/or RCA report that describes the root cause of the breakdown and/or
    failure of an equipment(s) and/or system(s).

The responsibilities abovementioned shall be conducted in compliance with the requirements of the
Occupational Health and Safety Act No.85 of 1993. The responsibilities above mentioned shall include
ensuring equipment is visibly marked for identification and working drawings (Process and
Instrumentation Diagram) are always updated.
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. Inspect
  • Inspect the conditions of the instrumentation devices, piping, cables, cable racks and
    field station(s), Engineering Stations, DCS cabinets, PLC rooms as per the Work
    Order (WO) instruction and identify deviations with regards to safety and intended
    operational parameters. The DCS, Engineering Stations, PLC rooms shall include all
    the components within the rooms, cabinets, MCC and/or Stations.
  • Inspect the conditions of the instrumentation equipment (i.e., Valves, Plant
    Instrumentation and Control, scales, bulk scales, etc) as per the Work Order
    instruction and identify deviations concerning the instrumentation best practices and
    safe operations of the equipment.
  • The inspection as per the WO shall be completed on a daily basis.
  1. Repair, Replace and Maintain
  • Repair and/or replace all instrumentation within the area of responsibility and ensure
    the installation(s) is available for safe operation thereof.
  • Repair and/or replace any safety guarding and/or safety system that has failed or not
    available for immediate safeguarding of personnel and protection of instrumentation
    against extended damages.
  • Maintain the functionality and availability of the safety system. Maintain the
    operational availability of the instrumentation.
  • Apply correct workmanship to avoid repeat failures of equipment and/or system(s).
    Repeat failure shall include failure of the equipment and/or system(s) on the same
    failure mode and failure within an unacceptable period.
  1. Housekeeping
  • Ensure that the housekeeping is always acceptable and is continually being improved.
  • Ensure 5S is implemented and continually maintained.
  • Ensure the housekeeping is enforced and/or enhances the safety of personnel within the
    area of responsibility.
  1. Give Feedback
  • Ensure that the feedback concerning the work completed on the Work Order (WO) is
    given to the relevant planner within the same shift it was issued. The feedback
    concerning the closure of the Work Orders, 5-Why investigations and/or RCA
    investigations shall be given to the Work Coordinator within the same shift the WO was
    issued.
  • Ensure that all breakdowns have been investigated making use of the 5-Why
    investigation method as minimum.
  • Ensure that the root cause of the breakdown(s) is identified correctly and resolved
    accordingly.
  • The feedback on the WO shall include required spares and/or improvements to ensure
    the repeat failures are eliminated and/or reduced. The required spares and/or
    improvements to the plant within the Instrumentation Mechanician’s area of responsibility
    shall be given to the Work Coordinator in writing.
  1. Related SHERQ responsibilities
    Technical Competencies
  • Technical knowledge demonstrated and learnt in Instrumentation installations in the chemical
    processing plants.
  • Basic knowledge of ISO 14001, 45001, 9001
  • Knowledge of the SANS 10142 Part 1 and Part 2
  • Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety, SIL and Area Classification Standards
  • SHERQ Training course
  • Safety Work Permit training
  • Computer Literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point)
  • Digilex
    Behavioural Competencies
  • Attention to details
  • Be able to do basic problem solving and decision making and analysis
  • Ability to work under pressure

Experience

  • At least 3 years’ experience working as a qualified instrumentation artisan / mechanician,
    preferably in a chemical manufacturing environment.
  • Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Knowledge of the Area Classification and Safety integrity Level (SIL) Standards.
    Qualifications:
  • Matric
  • Relevant Instrumentation Qualification
  • Instrumentation Red Seal
    Reporting structure:
  • This position reports to the Instrumentation Supervisor.
    Personal Circumstances:
  • Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre.
  • May be required to be on standby.
    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 (Head Office) or sent electronically on or before
    the closing date.
  • Only applications that are submitted to HR directly will be considered.
    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: 11 August 2023
    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

Facilities Manager

Division: Maintenance

Reference Number: FM-07-23

Grade: D3

Closing Date: 3 August 2023

Purpose of the job
The Facilities Manager reports to the General Manager and has the primary responsibilities of:

  • Be appointed as the OHS8.2 for the site to ensure all legal/statutory compliance in relation to
    facilities, structures and vehicles does take place in according to the OHS Act, Environmental,
    Facilities and Driven Machinery Regulations.
  • Manage the risk, general safety, and health for office administration, building occupancy, road
    use and amenities, and ensuring that all legal inspections and risk assessments are carried
    across the organization.
  • Define and implement facility standards, maintenance strategies and asset care philosophies
    for equipment, furniture, air-conditioners, lights, safety signs, change rooms, ablutions,
    warehouses, workshops, bunds, and security fencing for the organisation.
  • Execute projects and improve equipment and building availability through the effective
    utilisation of key in house, contractor, and consultant resources.
  • Provide leadership and direction for the execution of maintenance, cleaning, painting,
    geotechnical, grass cutting, waste removal, bund repair, old plant demolitions and asbestos
    removal in the organisation.
  • Be the organisational expert on structural integrity, building maintenance, vehicle
    management, and preventative maintenance of small office assets.
  • Manage the solar evaporation farm, report effluent volumes, and ensure compliance to
    legislative requirements.
  • Define and implement the site facilities, structural, civil and SEF portfolio using CMMS
    software, SAP.
  • Manage the facilities and effluent farm annual maintenance and capital budgets.
  • Lead a team of supervisors, administrators, handyman and contractors.
    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.

Key performance area

  1. Implement a total facilities, buildings, and roads maintenance strategy for the
    organisation:
  • Strategic planning to assess the current maturity of the facilities department and what the
    future goals are which should align to the organization’s mission.
  • Ensure an effective facilities, buildings, roads, office, ablution, cleaning, lighting,
    gardening, and waste management service for the organization.
  • Lead critical contractors and develop key service providers for cleaning, grass cutting,
    landscaping, pest control, painting, air-con, septic sumps, general waste, security fences,
    and recycling services are in place.
  • Manage operational vehicles and fleet by ensure maintenance, inspections and
    replacements are conducted accordingly.
  • Be the expert on facilities, environment, and general administration regulations, and
    provide input into the Facilities Management Strategy.
  • Track, monitor and control facilities costs to within budget. Advise on energy efficiency
    and cost effectiveness. Develop and implement cost reduction initiatives.
  • Responsible for the administration of small assets including microwaves, fridges, hydro
    boils, chairs, lockers, cabinets etc.
  • Ensure adequate site drawings and layouts for the organization.
  • Assist NCP tenants with building and infrastructure maintenance.
  1. Assume the OHS8.2 legal appointment.
  • Be the legal appointee and the custodian for the organization with the chief inspector at
    the Department of Labour in relation to facilities and structural integrity.
  • Ensure all safety standards are in place in the relevant departments and that new
    legislation changes are implemented timeously.
  • Ensure that all business standards are implemented and maintained regarding OSHAS
    18001, 14001, 45001, SANAS, ISO and SANS standards.
  • Keep records of all statutory inspections, preventative maintenance and compliance
    documents for inspection and audit purposes.
  • Benchmark performance against industry standard, monitor the effectiveness of
    systems, equipment and employees and take corrective action if necessary.
  • Responsible for general signages across site
  • Respond to facility and equipment alarms and system failures.
  1. Infrastructure, structures, grounds, bunds, roofs, civils, and servitudes
  • Managing several types of maintenance, safety, infrastructure, civil and capex projects.
  • Establish relationships between various functions for critical input into structural, civil
    projects and action lists.
  • Support coordinators to manage the deviations and reducing backlog on projects and
    statutory inspections captured in SAP and CCAS.
  • Ensure annual structural integrity inspections and geotechnical analysis are completed
    and results are executed timeously.
  • Implement a painting and corrosion standard for all structures, bunds, buildings and
    roads.
  • Demolish and remove all redundant plants and scrap material on site safely and cost
    effectively.
  • Develop and maintain an asbestos removal programme, vacant land management, non-
    plant related steel structures (e.g., carports, smoking areas), septic sump clearing, scarp

metal areas, including updating relevant inventories and Asbestos surveys according to
the asbestos abatement regulations.

  • Ensure bunds across the site are leak free, well maintained, and compliant to the 110%
    capacity standard.
  1. Effluent and Solar Evaporation Farm
  • Manage the solar evaporation farm by ensuring the maintenance, safety and security at
    the farm is managed by the SEF Coordinator.
  • Critical problem solving and utilization of key asset care techniques of RCM, 5Why and
    RCA processes to increase equipment availability at the farm.
  • Investigate equipment failures to stop re-occurrences and conduct call out and overtime
    investigations.
  • Optimize farm spares to ensure that the correct number of spares are being kept
    (stockholding) and rotables (fans, pumps, motors) are managed appropriately.
  • Track availability, reliability, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness.
  • Implement a safety, secure and community threat barometer for the farm to reduce theft,
    invasion, and trespassing.
  • Ensure regular dam wall, soil contamination, borehole and river analysis is performed,
    reported and issues addressed.
  • Collaborate with the environmental specialist and production manager to reduce effluent
    levels and report any deviations.
  • Implement a total site maintenance and monitoring plan for all sewage, effluent,
    stormwater, and servitude channels for the organization.
  1. Leadership and management of supervisors and the entire facilities department
  • Lead by influencing the employees to achieve the organizational goals.
  • Structure the resources in such a way to effectively execute tasks to meet the set targets
    and objectives.
  • Enforce the NCP policies and procedures by keeping the employees accountable for
    their actions, as well as for the lack thereof.
  • Collaborate effectively with other departmental managers regarding facilities and
    technical support in day-to day tasks and delivery of operational goals.
  • Plan the leave, training, and development for the sub-ordinates in line with the strategies
    developed for the department.
  • Conduct timeous planned task observations, toolbox talks, ensure that the team
    complies with SHERQ objectives, conducts risk assessments, follows job card SAP PM
    system, executes preventative maintenance, and actions audit findings.
  • Stimulate a culture of high performance, accountability and leadership with clear goals
    and aligned efforts.
  • Ensure efficient utilization of facility maintenance staff. Ensure facility maintenance team
    are notified to follow up on all queries.
  • Escalate any operational, safety and environmental risks to line manager for prioritization
    and support.
  • Develop a facilities dashboard and prepare and present monthly status reports on
    department and projects. Developing processes and establishing standards to enable the
    measurement of key parameters to assist with critical decision making.
  • SHERQ Responsibilities

Knowledge /Skills and Competencies

  • Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, No. 85 of 1993.
  • Knowledge of ISO 14001, 45001, 9001, 55001
  • Extensive knowledge of structural, building, infrastructure and road maintenance
  • Knowledgeable on different types of facilities related to chemical manufacturing plants.
  • Experience in managing and coordinating inspections and maintenance projects.
  • Experience in using SharePoint and Corrective Action Systems (i.e., Digilex)
  • Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (i.e., SAP PM and MM)
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Leadership and Team player
  • Concern for standards
  • Thorough and attention to detail
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Highly Analytical and Innovative
  • Critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Presentation and negotiation skills
  • Professionalism, Personal Ethics and Loyalty
  • Values driven.
    Experience
  • 10 years in a manufacturing plant environment, preferably chemical manufacturing
  • At least 5 years in a facilities, chemical, environmental management role, preferably in a
    large industrial and office site.
  • At least 3 years in an asset care, reliability, preventative maintenance, or structural integrity
    role.
  • Extensive knowledge of the OHS Act and 8.2 legal appointments.
  • In-depth knowledge of maintenance principles and maintenance management systems
    (CMMS, SAP PM).
  • Sound understanding of contractor management, project management and management
    of change.
  • Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Projects)
    Qualifications:
  • BTech or BSc in related field, preferably civil engineering, structural, facilities and
    environmental management.
  • Postgraduate courses in facilities, chemical or environmental management (highly
    advantageous).
  • Professional registration as a certified Facilities Manager (advantageous).
    Reporting structure:
    This position reports to the General Manager.

Personal Circumstances:

  • Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre.
  • May be required to be on Standby.
    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 on or before the closing date.
  • Only applications that are submitted to HR directly will be considered.
    External Applicants:
    Please attach a copy of your most recent payslip. We regret we cannot consider any applications
    received without this information.
    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: 03 August 2023
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.

Electrical Artisan

Division: Maintenance

Reference Number: EA-07-23

Grade: PG11

Closing Date: 26 July 2023

Purpose of the job
The Electrical Artisan reports to the Electrical Supervisor and has the primary responsibilities to:

  • Inspect the electrical assets and network within the area of responsibility.
  • Repair and/or Replace the equipment that is not fit-for-service or unsafe.
  • Maintain and/or Improve electrical assets and network to ensure safe and continuous
    availability of the assets and network.
  • Ensure that the Housekeeping within the area of responsibility is always acceptable and/or
    better than it was before the artisan interacted with the area in question.
  • Ensure Feedback is given to the line manager concerning the Inspection, Repair and/or
    Replacement conducted within the area of responsibility.
    The responsibilities abovementioned shall be conducted in compliance with the requirements of the
    South African National Standard (SANS 10142 Part 1 and Part 2) and the Occupational Health and
    Safety Act No.85 of 1993. The responsibilities above mentioned shall include ensuring equipment is
    visibly marked for identification, working drawings (Single Line Diagrams and Electrical Schematics)
    are always updated and electrical installation(s) is legally compliant.
    Key performance area
  1. Inspect.
  • Inspect the conditions of the electrical substation, cables, cable racks and field station(s)
    as per the Work Order instruction and identify deviations concerning the electrical
    installation rules (i.e., SANS 10142) and safe operations thereof. The substation shall
    include all the components in the substation.
  • Inspect the conditions of the electrical loads as per the Work Order instruction and
    identify deviations concerning the electrical installation rules (i.e., SANS 10142) and safe
    operations in the electrical loads. The electrical loads shall include all electrical energized
    equipment (i.e., Motors, Generators, Transformer and Rectifiers).
  1. Repair, Replace and Maintain
  • Repair and/or replace all electrical installation within the area of responsibility and the
    installation(s) is available for safe operation thereof.
  • Repair and/or replace any safety guarding and/or safety system that has failed or not
    available for immediate safeguarding of personnel and protection of electrical equipment
    against extended electrical damages.
  • Maintain the functionality and availability of the safety system. Maintain the operational
    availability of the electrical assets and equipment.
  1. Housekeeping.
  • Ensure that the housekeeping is always acceptable and is continually being improved.
  • Ensure 5S is implemented and continually maintained.
  • Ensure the housekeeping is enforced and/or enhance the safety of personnel within the
    area of responsibility.
  1. Give Feedback
  • Ensure that the feedback concerning the work completed on the work order is given to
    the relevant planner.
  • Ensure that all breakdowns have been investigated making use of the 5-Why
    investigation method at minimum.
  • Ensure that the root cause of the breakdown(s) is identified correctly and resolved
    accordingly.
  • SHERQ Responsibilities
    Knowledge /Skills and Competencies
  • Technical knowledge demonstrated and learnt in the electrical installations in the chemical
    processing plants.
  • Basic knowledge of ISO 14001, 45001, 9001
  • Knowledge of the SANS 10142 Part 1 and Part 2
  • SHERQ Training course
  • Safety Work Permit training
  • Computer Literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point)
  • Digilex
  • Attention to details
  • Be able to do basic problem solving and decision making and analysis
  • Ability to work under pressure
    Experience
  • At least 3 years’ experience working as a qualified artisan, preferably in a chemical
    manufacturing environment.
  • Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Knowledge of the SANS10142 Part 1 and Part 2.
    Qualifications:
  • Matric
  • Electrical Red Seal
  • Wireman License (Optional)
    Reporting structure:
    This position reports to the Electrical Supervisor.

Personal Circumstances:

  • Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre.
  • May be required to be on Standby.
    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 on or before the closing date.
  • Only applications that are submitted to HR directly will be considered.
    External Applicants:
    Please attach a copy of your most recent payslip. We regret we cannot consider any applications
    received without this information.
    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: 26 July 2023
    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.