Archives: Job Openings

Division: Learning & Development

Reference Number: LCO2(1)-06-23

Expiry Date: 23 June 2023

Purpose of the job
To provide a NQF 2 qualification in Chemical Operations L2
Key performance area
• Learning modules
• Writing assessments
• Executing plant operation tasks safely
• 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):
• Matric with Mathematics (50%) & Physical Sciences (50%)
or
• N3 with Mathematics (65%), Engineering Sciences (65%) and Business English (65%)
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.

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: 23 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: Production (Brine & Utilities)

Reference Number: PS-06-23

Closing Date: 9th June

Purpose of the job
The Production Supervisor reports to the Brine and Utilities Manager and will lead and manage a
Production shift through planning, leading, organizing and control, ensuring supply of product through
acquisition and effective usage of resources and to continuously ensure adherence to all safety,
quality, production, cost, environment, and legal requirements.

Key performance area
• Responsible for meeting production targets, plant performance, equipment utilization and reliable
distribution of utility services (Steam, Plant air, Instrument air, Cooling water, chilled water) to the
entire plant.
• Responsible for manufacturing of high-quality Brine at low cost and ensure optimum performance
of CBS (Ceramic Brine System) and the rest of the Brine system.
• Ensure effective coordination of all production shift activities to achieve production objectives.
• Effective coordination of supporting activities by various Maintenance Department and also
ensuring maintenance is scheduled optimally to maximize production output.
• Ensure safe operation of the plant and equipment.
• Ensure adherence to EH&S objectives are complied with daily and plant personnel adherence to
PPE standards.
• Ensure compliance to PSM (Process Safety Management) ISO standards, Risk assessment, and
MOC process are followed.
• Ensure plant planned/unplanned downtimes and delays are minimized.
• Take action on first occurrence performance problems, misconduct, disciplinary and grievance
cases.
• Support and development of personnel through coaching, training and achieve competency for
career progression.
• Manage and continuously optimize resources (people, leave, training etc.)
• Manage and reduce overtime cost within area of responsibility.
• Must be able to do monthly reports, PJO’s, A4’s/A3’s reports for any safety and process deviation
on the plant.
• Accountable for practical “declaration of competency” of employees to operate the plant.
• Ability to compile an incident report, in case of spillage or injury.
• Ensure the plant always operates within OWSP (Operate Within Set Parameters).
• Ability to solve technical problems on the plant by leading trouble shooting process.
• Facilitate effective communication up and down from management and within own and other
stockholders.
• Ensure effective and accurate shift handover within Supervisor’s level and Operators level.
• Continuously monitor Operators plant parameters input into the Moodi system and take
corrective action on time including laboratory results.
• Manage plant shutdown, start up and shutdown activities.
• Manage permit to work system on shift.
• Ensure high level of good housekeeping/5 is maintained in all areas of control and participate in
weekly 5’s audits.
• Ensure that all non-conformances issued against shift are resolved and closed out timeously.
• Participate in Incidents/Accidents investigation, HAZOP and daily production meetings as
required.
• Ensure SOP’s are understood, adhered to and assist with SOP’s, P&ID review when required.
• SHERQ Responsibilities

Knowledge /Skills and Competencies
• Understanding of legislative and regulatory frameworks within area of work.
• Understanding of manufacturing industries.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001, 9001, OHSAS 18001.Popeple management skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Computer literate.
• Work permit systems.
• Plant and process knowledge.
• Good planning and organizing skills.
• Understanding NCP life-saving rules.

Experience
• 3-5 years working in a Chemical manufacturing environment.
• 1-2 years in a Supervisory capacity.

Qualifications:
• Matric with Physical Science & Mathematics
• National Diploma in Chemical Engineering

Reporting structure:
This position reports to the Brine & Utilities Manager.
Personal Circumstances:
• Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ 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: 09 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: Finance

Reference Number: PM-06-23

Closing Date: 13 June 2023

Purpose of the job
The Payroll Manager reports to the Finance Business Partner and is accountable for overseeing and verifying all financial transactions within NCP’s Payroll Unit. The incumbent is accountable for the effective management of all Payroll Administrators’ activities and must ensure that all information captured on the payroll system is accurate.
The incumbent is responsible for ensuring that monthly reconciliation activities are carried out accurately and that system parameters are set and controlled after modifications, i.e., employee tax. Additionally, the incumbent is responsible for ensuring that systems, policies, processes, and procedures are in place and maintained within this unit to effectively identify and manage risk, prevent fraud, and ensure compliance with legislative, regulatory, and good governance requirements and practices.
The responsibilities above mentioned 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.
Key performance area

1. Develop Employee Payroll in line with overall HR and NCP Business strategy.
   • Provide input to the Annual HR Business Plan through the analysis of current versus required Payroll
   activities.
   • Ensure understanding of the business drivers and operational strategies that the HR department needs to
   support.
   • Continuously liaise with the HR Executive on HR strategy and operational requirements.
   • Prepare Employee Relations strategy, policies, guidelines, and practices in line with legislation and HR
   and company strategy.
   • Pro-actively align Payroll services to the direction given by the HR Strategy and ensure that NCP is
   protected from risks associated.
   • Networking nationally to provide leading edge Payroll programmes and solutions relevant to the chemical
   manufacturing organisation.
   • Ensure that Payroll standards are adhered to and improved upon.
   • Represent NCP on all Remuneration external forums.
2. Management of the Payroll Function
   • Implement the payroll system for NCP.
   • Implement and manage the maintenance of the payroll calendar for NCP.
   • Ensure that all Payroll related timelines are kept.
   • Ensure compliance to ISO system within own Unit and log non-conformances as per ISO procedure.
   • Ensure that all practices are aligned with required legislation, standards, and policies.
   • Provide work instructions and schedules to subordinates.
   • Coordinate and supervise the capturing of authorised payments.

• Communicate any potential problem areas to the appropriate Line Manager and pro-actively develop
plans for rectification.
• Handle all payroll related queries.
• Manage, financial and non-financial data according to set standards and timelines.
• Monitor and advise on deviations to applicable conditions of employment.

3. Effective control of Payroll functioning and salary payments to staff members.
   • Timely review and ensure sign off on payroll and tax reconciliations.
   • Make changes to and update the payroll tables and correct any errors when necessary.
   • Assume responsibility for monthly payroll processing.
   • Control / check all information provided by Payroll Administrators.
   • Co-ordinate the review, authorisation, and submission of payroll information.
   • Ensure payroll run is 100% accurate.
   • Provide general day to day assistance relating to payroll processes, procedures, requirements, etc.
   • Alignment of Parameters
   o Ensure that all parameters on the payroll system are aligned to legislative changes, i.e., employee tax
   end of February.
   o Loading of new release tax tables at the beginning of the tax year
   o Ensure the alignment of all third-party changes to the payroll system.
   • Ensure compliance to all legislative and regulatory frameworks.
   • Conduct PAYE functions.
   o Ensure distribution of IRP 5 documents to staff members on an annual basis
   o Updating of fringe benefit tax information when required
   o Reconcile and provide all payroll information to SARS monthly and for annual compilation of SARS
   documentation.
   • Ensure that payslips are issued monthly.
4. Reporting
   • Compilation and submission of the following reports:
   o Legislative reports
5. Achievement and management of unit business plans and resources.
   • Manage and monitor financial risks within the unit.
   • Ensure sufficient staff and adequate staffing for the Unit.
   • Implement people management practices for direct reports.
   • Assign accountabilities to direct reports.
   • Planning, monitoring, and evaluating the performance of direct reports.
   • Ensure continuous improvement of Unit’s efficiency.
   • SHERQ Responsibilities

Knowledge /Skills and Competencies
• Knowledge of Payroll processes
• Understanding of the Manufacturing industry
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations (Income Tax laws and regulations)
• Knowledge of Payroll related trends
• Financial management
• Computer literacy
• Judgement
• Organizational Communication Effectiveness
• Initiative
• Analytical Ability
• Results Driven
• Organizational values and quality
• Professionalism
• Attention to Detail
• Confidentiality
• Personal Ethics
• Adhering to principles and values

Experience
• Minimum 5 years payroll management experience
• Knowledge of Employee Tax legislation
Qualifications:
• Matric
• National Diploma in Finance or Payroll
Reporting structure:
This position reports to the Finance 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 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: 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: Maintenence

Reference Number: MM-06-23

Closing Date: 8th June 2023

Purpose of the job
The Mechanical Manager reports to the Engineering Manager and has the primary responsibilities to:
• Define and implement engineering standards, maintenance strategies and asset integrity
philosophies for mechanical equipment, plant, machinery, and process installations in the
organisation.
• Define and implement the site mechanical maintenance, mechanical engineering and
mechanical reliability portfolio using CMMS software, SAP PM preferably.
• Improve plant availability through the effective utilisation of key in house and contracted
mechanical and services resources.
• Provide leadership and direction for the execution of stationary valves, piping, tanks, vessels,
heat exchangers, rotating equipment, pumps, compressors, utilities and boilers in the
organisation.
• Be an expert in preventative maintenance and compliance to statutory requirements using
OEM, RCM, 5Why and RCA processes.
• Develop and improve site compliance to statutory inspections and preventative maintenance
records on stationary and rotating mechanical equipment.
• Be a custodian for accurate root cause analysis and problem solving to prevent repeat
incidents.
• Plan and execute annual maintenance shutdowns and opportunity maintenance activities.
• Improve master data of spare parts and the quality of work done on rotable management.
• Lead a team of maintenance supervisors and engineers in adherence to SHERQ
requirements.
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. Lead the provision of mechanical maintenance and reliability services.
   • Set objectives and targets for the mechanical department.
   • Achieve alignment with ISO55001 Asset Management for preventative maintenance on
   mechanical equipment.
   • Develop and implement an inhouse electrical equipment maintenance and service for the
   operation.
   • Ensure effective property, plant, and equipment according to OEM and useful life
   parameters are in place.

• Implement measures for asset utilization, equipment availability, maintenance planning,
reliability, and condition monitoring.
• Operational planning to support the implementation of strategic goals.
• Track, monitor and control engineering costs to within budget.

2. Engineering, maintenance, and reliability projects
   • Managing several types of maintenance, safety, infrastructure, and capex projects.
   • Optimize plant spares to ensure that the correct number of shares are being kept
   (stockholding) and rotables are managed appropriately.
   • Establish relationships between various functions for critical input into maintenance
   projects and action lists.
   • Support reliability engineers to manage the deviations and reducing backlog on
   maintenance projects and statutory inspections captured in SAP and CCAS.
   • Development and management of a mechanical engineering dashboard. Track
   availability and Overall Equipment Effectiveness.
3. Improve plant reliability and availability.
   • Ensure effective utilization of the SAP preventative maintenance and material
   management systems for all maintenance activities
   • Develop asset care plans for critical equipment to achieve preventative maintenance.
   • Critical problem solving and utilization of key asset care techniques of OEM, RCM, 5Why
   and RCA processes.
   • Champion for the breakdown business process and the achievement for a zero-repeat
   incident goal.
   • Ensure reliability engineers investigate equipment failures in area of responsibility to stop
   re-occurrences and conduct call out and overtime investigations.
   • Benchmark performance against industry standard, monitor the effectiveness of systems,
   equipment and employees and take corrective action if necessary.
4. Site compliance to statutory and SHE requirements
   • Appointed as a GMR 2(7) according to the OHS Act
   • Lead mechanical engineering audits and regulatory inspections in achieving compliance
   to OHS Act and SANS codes
   • Ensure compliance to all engineering, safety, and environmental regulations and NCP
   policies and procedures
   • Ensure records are updated by artisans, technicians and supervisors; signed of,
   updated, and audited on SAP system within a week of inspection.
   • Responsible for execution of yearly shutdown and opportunity maintenance
   • Keep up to date with regulatory requirements and changes from the OHS Act
   • Maintain good housekeeping standard on site
5. Lead and manage the maintenance supervisors and engineer.
   • Lead by influencing the employees to achieve the organizational goals.
   • Enforce the NCP policies and procedures by holding employees accountable for their
   actions.
   • Stimulate high performance and support the development and growth of employees.
   • Ability to influence different departments regarding engineering support of day-to-day
   tasks.
   • Structure resources in such a way to effectively execute tasks to meet the set targets
   and objectives.

• Strategic planning to assess the current maturity of the Mechanical Engineering team
and what the future goals are which should align to the organization’s mission.
• SHERQ Responsibilities
Knowledge /Skills and Competencies
• Extensive knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, No. 85 of 1993.
• Extensive knowledge of ISO 14001, 45001, 9001, 55001
• Extensive knowledge of SANS10142
• Knowledgeable on different types of equipment related to chemical manufacturing plants.
• Experience in managing and coordinating plant shutdowns 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 an engineering leadership role, preferably in a heavy and broad
mechanical equipment environment.
• At least 3 years in an asset care, reliability or manufacturing leadership role.
• Extensive knowledge of the OHS Act and GMR 2 legal appointments
• In-depth knowledge of engineering principles and maintenance management systems
(CMMS, SAP PM)
• Sound understanding of contractor management, project management and management
of change principles
• Computer literacy in SAP MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Projects)
Qualifications:
• BSc, BEng or BTech in Mechanical Engineering.
• In possession of or working towards a Government Certificate of Competency (Factories)
• Professional engineer/technologist registration (advantageous)
Reporting structure:
This position reports to the Engineering 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: 08 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.