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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.

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

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.

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.

Division: Finance

Reference Number: PA-07-23

Grade: C1

Closing Date: 24 July 2023

Purpose of the job
The Payroll Administrator reports to the Payroll Manager and is mainly responsible for:

• The administration of the company’s monthly Payroll, ESS system (overtime, claims and leave)
  and salaries cashbook
• Ensuring that the earnings and deductions input captured in respect of payroll input is valid,
  accurate and complete.
• Assisting payroll manager with monthly payroll preparations, reconciliations and payments
• Ensuring that queries regarding overtime, leave and any other payroll related are identified and
  resolved within payroll deadlines
• Providing support to the Finance department
  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. To ensure that the earnings and deductions input captured in respect of payroll input
   is captured, accurate and complete

• To review all information regarding Payroll received for accuracy, by ensuring that it is
  authorised by the correct people as per the payroll deadlines.
• To ensure that any queries regarding the earnings, deductions and leave are identified
  and resolved within payroll deadlines.
• To ensure that the information is captured onto VIP accurately as per the payroll
  deadlines and specifications.

1. To ensure that payroll input captured in respect of all earnings and deductions is
   valid, accurate and complete

• To review all information regarding overtime and leave received for accuracy, by
  ensuring that it is authorized by the correct people as per the payroll deadlines.
• To ensure that any queries regarding overtime and leave are identified and resolved
  within payroll deadlines.
• To ensure that the information is captured onto VIP accurately as per the payroll
  deadlines and specifications.

1. To assist the payroll manager with monthly payroll preparations, reconciliations and
   payments

• To capture all required information assigned by the payroll manager within agreed
  timeline to ensure that the payroll deadlines are met.
• To carry out duties as assigned by the payroll manager within agreed timeline for the
  timeous preparation of the payroll.
• To prepare bank batch payments relating to employees.

1. To provide support to the payroll manager

• To assist the payroll manager with testing as required for on-going projects within the
  agreed timeline.
• To assist the payroll manager with training support in respect of new systems when
  required.

1. To provide support to the finance department

• To assist the payroll manager in the preparation of reconciliation of general ledger
  accounts as and when required.
• To assist with queries that the Finance department has raised by providing information
  as and when required.
• To Capture payroll related journals
• Clearing of salaries bank statement timeously.

1. To ensure that payroll records are updated and maintained timeously and accurately

• To review all employee information required to be captured for accuracy as per the
  payroll deadlines and specifications.
• To capture employee information assigned by the payroll manager and review for
  accuracy on a monthly basis.

1. To ensure that all payroll related payments are paid on time and required documents
   are sent to third parties

• Reconcile monthly third party statements
• Capture/import monthly payment on salaries bank account.
• Mail detailed monthly payments to third party as per requirement.
• Reconcile Bank statement.

1. SHERQ Responsibilities
   Technical Competencies

• Knowledge of Basic Conditions of Employment Act
• Knowledge of the Labour Relations Act
• Knowledge of relevant Tax legislations
• Knowledge of payroll best practices
• Knowledge of accounting
• Computer literacy in MS Office (Word. Excel, Outlook)
• SAP knowledge
• Sage people payroll
• Sage ESS
  Behavioural Competencies
• Decision making
• Supervision/ Coordination of people or work
• Variety of tasks
• Work pressure/ physical effort
  Experience
• 3-5 years’ experience in Payroll Administration
• 3-5 years’ experience supporting finance and accounting
  Qualifications:
• Grade 12 with Math’s or accounting-Essential.
• Certificate in Payroll Administration and Accounting-Desirable
  Reporting structure:
  This position reports to the Payroll 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 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: 24 July 2023
  CV’s to be sent to: careers@ncp.co.za
  Recruitment for this position will be conducted with the intention progressing our

Division: Production (Northern Plants)
Reference Number: PC-07-23
Grade: PG11
Closing Date: 24 July 2023

Purpose of the job
The Process Controller reports to the Production supervisor and is responsible for the relief operation
of the production plants in the Northern section, crane/telehandler operation, product purification and

effluent treatment in a safe and optimal manner. 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

maintaining all laid-down parameters 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

• Operate, Monitor and control the plant production according to production plans using the
  applicable SOP’s;
• Management and treatment of Effluent
• Crane operation
• Product purification
• Administration and EH&S
• Resolve plant/process challenges on shift
• Manage plant downtimes and delays
• Conduct root cause analysis
• Prevent SHERQ incidences
• General Housekeeping pertaining to the operation of the plant
• SHERQ Responsibilities
  Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
• Computer literacy
• Basic knowledge of equipment used.
• Knowledge of safe operational procedures
• Attention to Detail
• Willingness to learn
• Planning and organising
• Knowledge and understanding of unit processes and consequences of non-compliance.
• Understanding of MSDS
• Able to control the plant using the DCS, PS7 process control system
• Able to work shifts

Experience

• 2-3 years’ experience in a similar position in a Chemical/Manufacturing environment.
  Qualifications:
• Matric
• NQF Level 2/3/4 Chemical Operations certificate
• 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 company’s medical Centre.
• 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 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: 24 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.

Division: Maintenance

Reference Number: RA-07-23

Grade: PG11

Closing Date: 21 July 2023

Purpose of the job
Perform inspections rigging equipment within the area of responsibility.

• Execute rigging activities on site as required.
• Identify and report defective rigging equipment to ensure safe and effective rigging activities.
• Ensure that the Housekeeping within the area of responsibility is always acceptable and/or
  better than it was before the working in the area.
• Ensure Feedback is given to the line manager concerning the Inspection, Repair and/or
  Replacement conducted within the area of responsibility.
• Duties can include lawful tasks like cleaning, sorting, etc. to assist the mechanical
  maintenance team to reach critical objectives.

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
Inspect

• Inspect Rigging equipment to ensure that it is fit for use and compliant.
• Inspect Rigger truck to ensure it is safe for use and compliant.
  Rigging Activities
• Ensure that damaged equipment is reported to the Supervisor and replaced. Under no
  circumstances can defective material be used for rigging.
• Preform rigging studies before any rigging taking place.
• Always follow industry standard as an absolute minimum requirement for any lifting activities.
• Report any unsafe conditions before executing a rigging activity.
• Safe transport of equipment around the plant and/or to clients.
  Housekeeping
• Frequently interacts with external labs and coordinates the program activities with
  responsibility Ensure that the housekeeping is always acceptable and is continually being
  improved.
• Ensure 5S is implemented and continually maintained.
• Clean and store all lifting equipment in its correct location.

Give Feedback

• Report any unsafe acts or conditions to the Supervisor or Line Manager.
• Report any defective rigging material to the Supervisor.
  Related SHERQ responsibilities
  Technical Competencies
• Extensive knowledge of industry rigging standards
• Basic problem-solving skills
• Valid PDP licence
  Behavioural Competencies
• Must be able to take instructions from Artisans and / or the Supervisor.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work in teams.
  Experience
• Knowledge of Chemical manufacturing plants
• At least 5 years’ experience as a qualified rigger
  
• Qualifications:
• Matric
• Rigging trade
• Rigging / Inspection qualification (advantage)
  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.
  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: 21 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

Division: Learning & Development

Reference Number: APPM-07-23

Duration: 18 months

Number of Positions: 4

Closing Date: 14 July

 Purpose of the job 

To train and produce quality artisans (non-permanent) through the integration of knowledge, practical and workplace learning components and growing a pool of qualified artisans for the business sustenance and the labour market. 

Key performance area 

• • Attend theoretical and practical learning components at the training centre. 
• • Perform summative assessments. 
• • Complete logbooks. 
• • Carry out all occupational related work experience activities at NCP. 
• • SHERQ Responsibilities 

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): 

• • Grade 12/N3 with Maths & Physical/Engineering Science – PLUS trade related theory subject. 
• • Must have completed the trade-specific institutional training at the training centre or college (requiring workplace training only). 

Personal Circumstances: 

• • Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre. 
• • Applications are also open to family members of all permanent employees at NCP Chlorchem, if minimum requirements are met. 

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 (if you are currently working). 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: 13 June 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. 

Reference Number: APPI-07-23

Duration: 18 months

Number of Positions: 2

Closing Date: 14 July 2023

 Purpose of the job 

To train and produce quality artisans (non-permanent) through the integration of knowledge, practical and workplace learning components and growing a pool of qualified artisans for the business sustenance and the labour market. 

Key performance area 

• • Attend theoretical and practical learning components at the training centre. 
• • Perform summative assessments. 
• • Complete logbooks. 
• • Carry out all occupational related work experience activities at NCP. 
• • SHERQ Responsibilities 

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): 

• • Grade 12/N3 with Maths & Physical/Engineering Science – PLUS trade related theory subject. 
• • Must have completed the trade-specific institutional training at the training centre or college (requiring workplace training only). 

Personal Circumstances: 

• • Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre. 
• • Applications are also open to family members of all permanent employees at NCP Chlorchem, if minimum requirements are met. 

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 (if you are currently working). 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: 13 June 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. 

Division: Learning & Development

Reference Number: APPE-07-23

Duration: 18 Months

Number of Positions: 2

Closing Date: 14 July 2023

 Purpose of the job 

To train and produce quality artisans (non-permanent) through the integration of knowledge, practical and workplace learning components and growing a pool of qualified artisans for the business sustenance and the labour market. 

Key performance area 

• • Attend theoretical and practical learning components at the training centre. 
• • Perform summative assessments. 
• • Complete logbooks. 
• • Carry out all occupational related work experience activities at NCP. 
• • SHERQ Responsibilities 

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): 

• • Grade 12/N3 with Maths & Physical/Engineering Science – PLUS trade related theory subject. 
• • Must have completed the trade-specific institutional training at the training centre or college (requiring workplace training only). 

Personal Circumstances: 

• • Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre. 
• • Applications are also open to family members of all permanent employees at NCP Chlorchem, if minimum requirements are met. 

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 (if you are currently working). 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: 13 June 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.