Archives: Job Openings

Division: Human Resources (L&D)

Reference Number: INSTIEC-05-25

Duration: 12 Months

Purpose of the job

To provide workplace experience to students to complete their qualification and fulfilling the company’s responsibility in terms of the Skills Development Act. To develop and provide technical training for a student within the Industrial Engineering function through the integration of academic knowledge, on-the-job training, and exposure to engineering projects. This program aims to cultivate a competent industrial engineering professional who can contribute to process improvement, operational efficiency, and sustainable business practices.

Key performance area

• Plant safety exposure
• Conduct engineering calculations
• Plant operations and related modules
• Report writing
• Support and coordinate engineering projects.
• Equipment monitoring and process improvement.
• Complete logbook aspects.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

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

Experience

• No experience is required.

Qualifications:

• Matric
• Completed S4 subjects in Industrial Engineering with 60% average and 65% on major subjects.
• Statement of results.
• Letter from University for workplace experience.

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 certifiedcopies of all qualifications referred to on your application form and cv, are submitted.
• Applications can be handed in at the HR offices (Head Office) or sent electronically (email below) on or before the closing date.
• Only applications that are submitted to HR directly with either of the 2 methods mentioned above will be considered.

External Applicants:

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: 04 June 2025

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

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

Division: Human Resources (L&D)

Reference Number: INSTCE-05-25

Duration: 12 Months

Purpose of the job

To provide workplace experience to students to complete their qualification and fulfilling the company’s responsibility in terms of the Skills Development Act. To develop and support a learner within the Chemical Engineering function by integrating academic knowledge with practical, hands-on experience in a real-world environment. This program aims to cultivate a capable chemical engineering professional who can contribute to process optimization, safety, and operational efficiency, while preparing the learner for future roles in the chemical industry.

Key performance area

• Chemical plant safety exposure
• Conduct lab analysis (where required)
• Conduct engineering calculations
• Plant operations and related modules
• Report writing
• Participate in engineering projects
• Attend plant HAZOPs

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

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

Experience

• No experience is required.

Qualifications:

• Matric
• Completed S4 subjects in Chemical Engineering with 60% average and 65% on major subjects.
• Statement of results.
• Letter from University for workplace experience.

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 certifiedcopies of all qualifications referred to on your application form and cv, are submitted.
• Applications can be handed in at the HR offices (Head Office) or sent electronically (email below) on or before the closing date.
• Only applications that are submitted to HR directly with either of the 2 methods mentioned above will be considered.

External Applicants:

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: 04 June 2025

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

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

Division: Maintenance

Reference Number: SEFS-05-25

Grade: C4

Purpose of the job

The Solar Evaporation Farm (SEF) is governed by various environmental legislative requirements and municipal by-laws, the major ones being (but not limited to) 

1)         National Water Management Act (NEMA) – The Water Use License (WUL)

2)         National Water Act – Dam Safety Regulations (Registered Dams) – 5 yearly North and South Dam inspection

3)         Inspections as per Code of Practice

4)         National Water Management Act (NEMA) – Water balances of NCP sites

5)         National Water Management Act (NEMA) – Ground water pollution.

6)         Alien and Invasive Species Regulations of the National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act – Alien and Invasive Vegetation.

The SEF Supervisor must ensure the Farm complies with the above-mentioned regulations / acts by doing inspections, audits, day to day maintenance as prescribed by these regulations / acts and any other pertinent legislation requirements that may arise. Fulfil the daily duties on the Solar Evaporation Farm according to COP.

Must have full understanding of SAP to reduce back log on job cards / notifications / statutory inspections and to optimise and continuously improve the preventative maintenance strategy Deviations captured and addressed regarding breakdowns / calls outs / notifications / job cards from SAP.  

Ensure that all Business standards are implemented and maintained as required within the environmental management field (OSHAS 18001, SANAS, ISO & SANS) standards etc. Ensure a full understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act requirements and ensure that all legal inspections are carried out.

Ensure that safety standards are in place and new legislation changes are implemented accordingly.

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. 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. Manage the Solar Evaporation Farm team and assist with daily tasks.
   • To ensure that water meter readings, North & South Dam levels, main effluent meter readings, storm water readings, rain readings, salt and freshwater evaporation readings are taken daily and recorded on an excel spread sheet to distribute to the Primary Manufacturing Manager, Site Facilities Manager and General Manager: Operations.
   • Ensure that daily inspections for spillages are done according to the log sheet, the farm fence is inspected to determine any damage and ensure that repairs are done, that pumps and pipeline inspections are conducted daily to determine any damages and ensure that repairs are done, and that evaporation pans are inspected to detect any erosion or damages and ensure that repairs are done.
   • Ensure that weekly inspections are conducted on the Storm water channel and Effluent line from the factory to the Solar Evaporation Farm, and action any repairs required to ensure compliance.
   • Ensure that conductivity complies to instrument standard by conducting weekly tests with instrument personnel, that main effluent meter comply to instrument standard by conducting weekly tests with instrument personnel, that storm water & effluent samples are taken, and that V-Notches are cleaned on a weekly basis.
   • Ensure that fin drains inspection are conducted to determine if there are any blockages and ensure that the necessary cleaning is performed, that surface water samples are taken monthly according to the standard operating procedures and submit to the NCP Chlorchem laboratory for analysis,
   • Ensure that “V” notch flows are measured according to standard operating procedure and that inspection & maintenance are done on farm equipment & buildings according to the ISO 18001 standards.
   • Dam wall inspections are performed, that spillways are recoated with VIASEAL, that Catwalks inspections are conducted and recorded, and that area photographs of farms are arranged to compare any changes.
   • Ensure that the farm is inspected to locate pampas grass & wattle trees and inform the weed control contractor for removal.
   • Ensure the MOC process is followed when changes are made at the Solar Evaporation Farm.
   • Measure the levels of the boreholes monthly at the farm and report on an excel spread sheet.
   • Engage with various section Supervisors to identify effluent sources across site and implement mitigation strategies to reduce effluent discharge to the Solar Evaporation Farm.
   • Highlight / escalate any potential risks and non-compliances to the Site Facilities Manger as soon as practicably possible to ensure it can be addressed timeously.
   • Ensure that security is notified of any incidents found at the SEF (i.e. theft, cutting of HDPE pipes etc).
   • Contractor management:
     • Plan, organize, control, integrate and evaluate the work of all contractors at the SEF.
     • Ensure the weekly report is compiled by contractors and is distributed to Site Facilities Manager and/or Primary Manufacturing Manager
2. Solar Evaporation Farm Safety Focus.
   • Review effectiveness of Planning / Gatekeeper Meetings by measuring it against the backlog list on a weekly basis.
   • Take necessary actions to prepare for the annual shutdown.
   • Ensure compliance of personnel by ensuring that risk assessments are done daily, auditing work areas and housekeeping after executing daily tasks.
   • Audit safety work permit book and SHE rep book, ensure notifications loaded in SAP to address findings.
   • Ensure respective legal appointments of personnel as per OHS Act (First aider, SHE rep, Authorizing official and Permit issuer, etc.)
   • Managing and implementing the necessary legal standards e.g.: SANAS, ISO, SANS, AWS D1.1, MHI, Dam Safety regulations, WUL, etc.
   • Ensure compliance with OSHAS 18001 at the Solar Evaporation Farm by conducting audits and closing the gaps identified on an on-going basis.
   • Ensure documents for major tenders and contractor work required have all safety aspects covered to allow safe working conditions before work commence.
   •  Ensure that contractors comply with safety standards and legislation when working at the Solar Evaporation Farm by doing safety audits monthly.
   • Ensure all tasks, non-conformances, corrective actions, preventative actions, etc. assigned to the SEF Supervisor are addressed within allocated time frame or follow the concession process to extend deadlines.
3. Investigate equipment failures to stop re-occurrences.
   • To ensure that re-occurrences of equipment failures are stopped by conducting call-out and overtime investigations and compiling monthly reports. 
   • To ensure that equipment failures are investigated by doing problem solving and RCI’s on failed equipment within the timeframe as specified in the RCI requirements.
4. Report writing, conduct inspections and audits as required by COP
   • The spillways leading to these canals, together with the Gabion structures and inlet pipes from surrounding areas, must be inspected daily during periods of prolonged or high-water flow, for erosion, corrosion and settlement, and any defects reported to the Professional Engineer immediately.
   • Every two years these fin drains should be internally photographed by a specialist contractor, under the direction of the Professional Engineer, to ensure that they are operating efficiently and that no blockages have occurred.
   • Several fin drains have been installed across the farm, and these must be inspected monthly and monitored to make sure that their outlets are clear. The fin drain discharge flow rates must be measured fortnightly by means of the V-notch weirs. The information is to be recorded and maintained by the Work Coordinator and presented at a monthly meeting with the Professional Engineer.
   • Comply With Alien and Invasive Species Regulations of the National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act
   • Remove Pampas grass, Black wattle trees, blue gum trees and Reeds.
   • Modifications to the facility
   • Any modification to the geometry and deposition rate must be properly integrated into the existing pan system under the direction of a Professional Engineer and must be handled as a project.
   • Decommissioning
   • When discussing decommissioning alternatives, a Professional Engineer should be appointed to ensure that the design of each aspect of the facility is safe and fit for the purpose.
   • Earth wall stability
   • The various earth dam walls should be surveyed annually by a professional engineer and together with visual inspections assessed for stability at critical sections.
5. Budgeting and cost control
   • Control fixed cost budgets allocated per area by monitoring the cost displayed on SAP.
   • Assist with annual budget requirements.
   • Ensure compliance with purchasing procedures as set by the procurement department
6. Related SHERQ responsibilities

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, No. 85 of 1993.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001, 45001, 9001
• Knowledge of the National Water Act.
• Knowledgeable in the Water Use License.
• Extensive understanding of weather patterns.
• Knowledgeable in Eco-systems and Biodiversity.
• Knowledgeable on earth moving and excavation machinery.
• Technical ability to read, understand and interpret Geo-technical drawings.
• Experience in managing and coordinating inspections and maintenance projects.
• Experience in using Ariscu and Corrective Action Systems.
• Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (i.e., SAP PM and MM).
• Must be able to identify and act on potential problems quickly and effectively.
• Must demonstrate effective leadership attributes.
• Understanding of World Class Manufacturing Principles.
• Ability to work in a pressurized environment.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Experience

• 5 years’ experience in manufacturing operations.

Qualifications:

• Matric
• National Diploma: Engineering (Chem / Mech / Civil) (must)
• Certificate in Environmental Management (Advantageous)

Certifications:

• Certificate in Project Management

Reporting structure:

This position reports to the Facilities 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 certifiedcopies of all qualifications referred to on your application form and cv, are submitted.
• Applications can be handed in at the HR offices (Head Office) or sent electronically (email below) on or before the closing date.
• Only applications that are submitted to HR directly with either of the 2 methods mentioned above will be considered.

External Applicants:

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: 02 June 2025

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

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

Division: Environmental & Safety

Reference Number: FRO-05-25

Grade: PG10

Purpose of the job

The Fire and Rescue Officer reports to the Business Security & Rescue Manager. The Fire and Rescue Officer is required to respond to a wide variety of calls: as well as fires, assist with safe making of equipment for vessel entry, and hazardous chemical spills. The incumbent must conduct inspections of fire equipment on site, complete all relevant documentation for auditing and for future reference.

The Fire and Rescue Officer provides first aid assistance to the injured wherein their goal is to stabilize the person before transferring them to the NCP medical centre or nearby hospital for further medical care. The incumbent is required to quickly decide on the best method to stabilize the person and provide immediately medical relief during emergencies.

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. General Duties.
   • Operating tools and equipment used for firefighting safely and effectively
   • Inspecting and maintaining equipment between uses
   • Inspecting building for fire safety and enforcing safety standards
   • Ensure that the required equipment is stored, transported and cared for so that they are always in good working order.
   • Respond to fire and rescue incidents and operate in a team framework.
   • Comply with the confined space entry procedure by conducting gas tests before vessel entry and continuously thereafter.
   • Provide appropriate medical care within the scope of knowledge in emergency situations
   • Ensure continuous improvement of unit’s efficiency and achievement of company objectives.
   • Analyze hazardous situations while establishing quick solutions and actions
   • Perform general maintenance on firefighting equipment
   • Maintain a clean environment in the fire department facilities.
2. Compliance to fire codes requirements.
   • Inspect fire detection equipment, alarm and all systems and keep them in working order.
   • Responsible for ensuring quick and efficient medical response at all times
   • Perform regular fire safety inspections of all facilities, ensuring that they meet all necessary codes and regulations.
   • Maintain all fire safety equipment on site, such as fire extinguishers and other fire-suppression equipment.
   • Report and escalate any non-compliances to NCP policies, procedures and systems relating to operations that could adversely affect NCP to relevant line manager.
3. Fire and Gas Emission Response.
   • Respond to fire emergencies and gas emissions and taking appropriate responsive actions.
   • Ensure proper functioning of fire hydrants and maintain availability of emergency water supplies.
   • Be familiar with and adhere to laws and policies and remain up to date on all municipal and national codes and regulations.
   • Comply with basic scene safety checks and the associated basic risk assessments, working with other Fire and Rescue Officer.
4. Emergency Response.
   • Respond to emergencies, perform patient stabilization before transporting patient to on-site medical center or hospital. It is required that the Fire Officer be on site in 15 minutes.
   • Ensure that an adequate degree of monitoring and treatment is maintained and prolonged until the patient is transferred to a medical center or hospital, while remaining within the scope of this role’s training and competency.
   • Observe patient vital signs using skills and equipment relevant to scope of practice as directed and reporting any changes to the other emergency services staff.
   • Comply with basic scene safety checks and the associated basic risk assessments, working with other Fire and Rescue Officer.
   • Properly kit out and clean the ambulance (paying attention to infection prevention and control) after every call.
   • Contact the emergency control center to request extra support when needed.
   • Supporting the delivery of first aid and minor emergency treatments.
   • Perform resuscitation efforts on employees during an emergency.
   • Safely transport injured employees while providing on-going treatment and monitoring enroute to hospital.
   • Record patient information and treatment administered before handing over patient at hospital.
   • Maintain confidentiality in relation to personal data held for the injured employee, ensure data is processed lawfully; for no purpose other than for which it was obtained; is relevant to that purpose; is retained for no longer than is necessary; is processed in accordance with the rights of the subject to access and accuracy; and is protected from accidental loss or damage in accordance with the requirements of the POPI Act.
5. Awareness and Training
   • Responsible for providing firefighting training to all employees.
   • Promote fire safety through training sessions
   • Perform practice drills
6. Related SHERQ responsibilities

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• C1 category driving license or higher (EC-1, C or EC)
• Risks Assessment
• Relevant legislation and regulations (e.g. OHS Act and regulations)
• Local municipality by laws
• All relevant SANS- Standards (firefighting and emergency response related)
• Fire prevention, education or inspection experience
• Relevant NFPA codes and regulations
• Basic life support skills.
• Specialized driving skills.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure.
• A flexible approach to managing a changing workload.
• Emotional resilience and physical stamina (good level of physical fitness)
• Good spoken and written communication skills.
• An understanding of patient confidentiality.
• Integrity
• Professionalism
• Good listening skills and observation.
• Public image-conscious
• Attention to Detail
• Good decision-making skills.
• The ability to drive under emergency conditions.
• An understanding of patient confidentiality.
• Leadership skills.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ paramedic experience.
• Minimum 5 years’ firefighting experience
• Minimum 3 years in a chemical manufacturing environment.

Qualifications:

• Matric.
• Ambulance Emergency Assistance Registered with HPSCA
• Intermediate Life Support (ILS)

• Certificate in Fire Technology
• Diploma: Fire Technology (advantageous)

Certifications:

• Fire Fighter 1 and 2
• Hazmat Awareness and Operational
• Rope Rescue 1 or High Angle 1
• Confined Space Rescue
• Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
• Pump Driver/ operator

Reporting structure:

This position reports to the Business Security and Rescue 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 certifiedcopies of all qualifications referred to on your application form and cv, are submitted.
• Applications can be handed in at the HR offices (Head Office) or sent electronically (email below) on or before the closing date.
• Only applications that are submitted to HR directly with either of the 2 methods mentioned above will be considered.

External Applicants:

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: 27 May 2025

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

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

Division: Environmental & Safety

Reference Number: PSP-05-25

Grade: C4

Purpose of the job

The Process Safety Practitioner reports to the SHERQ Manager. The Process Safety Practitioner leads the development, implementation and maintenance of Risk Based Process Safety Management (RBPSM) system in accordance with the company’s SHERQ strategy. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance while promoting a safety culture through risk assessments, the implementation of appropriate safety measures, and incident investigations.

The Process Safety Practitioner is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and coordinating the implementation and execution of risk- mitigation strategies or controls in operational processes.  The incumbent identifies improvement opportunities, participates in proposing engineering solutions tailored to ensure compliance.

The Process Safety Practitioner must ensure that plant operations and functional departments adhere to NCP’s SHERQ systems, policies, processes, and procedures, as well as the Responsible Care® (including Process Safety Management) requirements. The incumbent leads the implementation of Process Safety and SHERQ-related plans and initiatives, as well as ensuring continuous improvement and compliance with relevant processes, regulations, and international standards. The incumbent participates in internal and external audits.

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. Risk Based Process Safety Management (RBPSM).

• Conduct risk assessments to analyze probable occurrences and prioritize mitigation actions to minimize on-site incidents.
• Facilitate process hazard analysis/study (PHA) and ad hoc risk assessments using methodologies such as HAZOP, PHR, LOPA, SIL, LOC, Fault/Event Tree, Human Factors, Inherent Safer Design, Explosion modelling and Risk Ranking.
• Facilitate/participate in Pre-startup safety reviews (PSSR) when plant modifications are made, and management of change needs to be done, assist compiling next required steps and reports.
• Conduct incident investigations and analysis using appropriate techniques, compile reports, lessons learned and share the outcomes with relevant stakeholders.
• Identify the impact of proposed or actual process changes, assess their consequences, and optimizing risk management through a hierarchy of controls.
• Ensure PHA information is used for other PSM elements, such as SOPs and emergency procedures.
• Conduct spot-checks on SOPs to verify if procedures cover safe operating limits, and consequences to deviations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of process risk assessments for internal and external purposes.
•  Assist in the development of plant-specific PSM procedures and checklists based on standards, processes, specifications, and recommendations.
• Analyze process flow diagrams, P&IDs, and other engineering documents to identify safety critical elements.

2. SHERQ Management systems.

• Ensure that the PTW and LOTO system meets all safety requirements established by NCP Chlorchem and that any safety deviations are corrected.
• Compile and maintain the proactive events data within area of responsibility and investigate concerns raised and coordinate the corrective actions for long term items identified.
• Continuously monitor process safety compliance through past and projected indicators.
• Review, update, maintain and monitor operations’ environmental aspect and impact risks.
• Assist in ensuring compliance to relevant legislation such as air quality act, waste management act, energy act, water act etc.
• Facilitate and monitor waste management and disposal within your area of responsibility as per the waste management policy.
• Report and escalate any SHERQ non-compliance to NCP policies, procedures and systems relating to operations that could adversely affect compliances and licenses to operate.
• Assist in retaining all current Environmental certifications by ensuring that all findings, corrective actions are managed. Corrective actions closed within target dates.
• Monitor and track the operations performance against the PSM objectives and targets that have been developed. Work with line managers to correct deviations to the agreed performance target.
• Participate in external environmental forums: EIA, CAER, CAIA and Air Quality Forums.
• Respond to queries relating to non-conformance raised during internal and external audits within the specified time frames as requested by the customer, certification management body, CAIA, or suppliers.
• Assist in the consolidation of environmental, process safety and health and safety KPI data for CAIA reporting.

3. Continuous Improvement and Monitoring

• Track the performance indicators, corrective actions, and improvement opportunities for PSM.
• Keep abreast of current legislation, standards and requirements in order to provide foresight, guidance and advice on risk-based issues.
• Sharing process safety information and providing operational knowledge support to line management.
• Advice, and support the site leadership team to comply with legal requirements and company risk management standards.
• Assist operations with PSM technical aspects and interpret PSM standards as required.
• Review and assess previous process risk evaluations and provide recommendations.
• Apply lessons learned to prevent future incidents.
• Assist with the consolidation of process safety information for the site.
• Arrange and maintain PSM, notices as appropriate throughout the premises.
• Facilitate the communication and collaboration among the different stakeholders, such as management, engineers, operators, contractors, suppliers, and regulators.
• Collaborate with operations personnel to address safety concerns and implement improvements.

4. Legal Compliance and adherence to MHI

• Ensure that the PSM elements are implemented, monitored, and reviewed according to the regulatory and industry requirements.
• Analyze MHI regulation requirements, identify gaps and facilitate with the closing out of actions from MHI studies and gap analysis.
• Provide input in the design, development and maintenance of the PSM system.
• Participate in MHI Risk assessment reviews and provide input where required.

5. Related SHERQ responsibilities

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Knowledge of Driven Machinery Regulations
• Knowledge of Risk Management and conducting Risk Assessments
• Knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) and Responsible Care®
• Knowledge and understanding of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Knowledge of conducting Root Cause Investigations (RCI)
• Process Safety design and operational requirement
• Knowledge of MHI Regulations.
• Excellent analytical skills
• Ability to interpret and translate legislative needs for the company.
• Able to interpret technical / hazard / operational data and apply the appropriate risk assessment methods and expertise.
• Expertise in risk assessment methodologies like HAZOP, What-If analysis, and FMEA.
• Planning and organizational skills
• Excellent report writing skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present and explain PSM & SHERQ topics
• Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
• 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 labs, main labs, production plants etc.

Experience

• Minimum 1 – 3 years Continuous Chemical Manufacturing Environment.
• Minimum 1 – 3 years Process Safety Management Environment.

Qualifications:

• Matric with Science and Mathematics.
• National Diploma in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering studies.
• Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering studies (Advantage)

Certifications:

• ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 accreditation training
• Integrated Management System (IMS).
• Process Safety Training (must).

Reporting structure:

This position reports to the Business SHERQ 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 certifiedcopies of all qualifications referred to on your application form and cv, are submitted.
• Applications can be handed in at the HR offices (Head Office) or sent electronically (email below) on or before the closing date.
• Only applications that are submitted to HR directly with either of the 2 methods mentioned above will be considered.

External Applicants:

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: 15 May 2025

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

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

Division: Production

Reference Number: LSS-04-25

Grade: C4

Purpose of the job
To actively supervise and coordinate the various shift activities of Site logistics Operations on site so as to achieve the plans for loading and off-loading (bulk) and filling (break bulk) (Packed) and filling (Packed &drums and Cylinders) of quality approved product and conforming and always adhering to SHERQ as well as cost control requirements. Responsible for all activities, cl2 packaging and Bulk loading sections.

Key performance area
1. Plan, lead and control Logistics resources on shift.
• To ensure that reports on subordinate’s work attendance are recorded and sent to HR on a shift basis.
• To ensure competency by ensuring adherence to the training schedule on a monthly basis.
• To ensure that deviations are reported with corrective and preventative steps.
• To ensure equipment operates safely and optimally, by doing inspections on a shift basis, with downtime and the causes reported to the Maintenance function within 10 minutes of downtime.
• Initiates job cards and liaise with Logistics Analyst to plan the maintenance activities during the shift.
• To ensure that Subordinates are scheduled per shift to ensure optimum production and reduction of overtime on a sift basis.
• To ensure that Subordinates are coached and developed to meet set goals on a shift basis.
• To ensure that Subordinates are performing optimally by conducting performance appraisals as per the NCP’s performance management policy and procedure
• Conducting the weekly self-audits and perform regular job observation on the Subordinates
• Re-working of products that do not conform to specifications regularly
• Coordinating and controlling the maintenance, filling and dispatch of Chlorine Road Tankers on daily basis
• Communicate with customer services and weighbridge operators during the shift and ensure the planning and scheduling of loads as per the limited stock as well as per quality
• Coordinating and controlling the maintenance, filling and dispatch of Chlorine drums and cylinder on daily basis.

2. Coordinating all Logistics Activities on shift.
• To ensure availability of suitable packaging units according to the packaging list.
• To ensure the order fulfilment by maintaining the accurate stock count of Bulk and
Packed products as well as empty containers and packaging materials.
• To ensure availability of good quality products according to NCP’s standards by liaising with the laboratory and checking quality records.
• To ensure dispatch of products as per the Daily Program for bulk and packed products on afternoon and night shifts as well as after office hours on weekends and public holidays.
• To ensure that all information regarding packed and dispatched products is recorded on the Moodi and posted to SAP system per shift.
• Coordinating and controlling the maintenance, filling, and dispatch of Chlorine Road Tankers on a shift basis
• Addresses the delays encountered at loading areas
• Trains new subordinates as well as new colleagues on the required job scope during the shift.
• Manage the final products per shift. (Filling of Drums, flobins, polycans, Cl2 drums and cylinders)
• Monitor and review the operation of plant equipment and systems constantly, to minimize unplanned downtime, anticipate solve problems in a timely manner, and to identify opportunities for improvement

3. Ensure compliance to SC SHEQ objectives and targets.
• To ensure compliance to OSHAS 18001 and other relevant Health and Safety legislations- implementation and monitoring thereof on a shift basis
• To ensure compliance to SANS ISO:9001 and other relevant quality legislation implementation and monitoring thereof on a shift basis
• To ensure compliance to ISO 14001 and other relevant Environmental legislations- implementation and monitoring thereof on a shift basis
• To ensure that Root cause investigations (RCI’s) are conducted according to Specified standards and reported to the RCI committee on morning shifts
• To ensure that the number of incidents (off-spec, PCC, FCC, etc.) are reported to the Northern Plants & Site Logistics Manager on a shift basis.
• To ensure that safety audits are conducted, and findings are reported and rectified on a weekly basis.
• Responsible for the approval of all the final products on site on a shift basis
• Responsible for the approval of all break bulk products during the shift (SAP)
• Responsible for updating and correcting stock as well as quality data on SAP data capturing system on a shift basis
• Addressing CAPAs audit findings related to Environment, Safety and Quality on regularly

4. Establishing and Maintaining interpersonal Relationships.
• To ensure that all information regarding each shift is compiled and reported to the Northern Plants & Site Logistics Manager during each shift
• To ensure that all information regarding the shift is provided to the next shift workers at the beginning of the shift
• To ensure that information is provided to other stakeholders on a daily basis.
• To ensure that disciplinary grievance matters are managed according to the NCP Disciplinary code
• Liaise with different transporters.

5. Ensure cost control on shift.
• To ensure that people related cost targets (for the shift) for overtime, call outs and staff refreshments are achieved.
• To reduce the turnaround times of vehicles that load bulk and packed products as reported against standard times.
• To prevent and reduce the Loss of Primary Containment incidents of final product in all Supply chain areas.

6. People management.
• Ensure that work is completed timeously and accurately
• Put in place a personal and staff Development plan
• Do Succession planning for subordinates
• Make sure there is adherence to OHS on shift
• Staff optimization
• Compile and manage shift roster for all logistics sections. (Caustic, hypo&Cl2 tanker, HCL&PLX, and cl2 packaging/filling)
• Manage and control overtime for Material handlers
• Train and signoff training for subordinates
7. Related SHERQ responsibilities

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
• Knowledge of relevant Health and Safety and Quality Legislation
• Knowledge of Supply Chain activities
• Knowledge & Experience Dangerous Goods handling
• Computer Skills MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) as well as Moodi and SAP.
• Planning and organizing
• Communication.
• Confidentiality
• Attention to Detail
• Results Driven
• Analytical Ability
• Initiative

Experience
• 2 – 5 years’ experience in a Chemical Manufacturing Plant
• 1 to 2 years’ experience in the Supply Chain
• 1 to 2 years Supervisory Experience.

Qualifications:
• Grade 12 with Mathematics and science.
• National Diploma Chemical/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering
or Operations/Production Management (advantageous).

Reporting structure:
This position reports to the Secondary Manufacturing 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.

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: 06 May 2025
CV’s to be sent to: careers@ncp.co.za
Recruitment for this position will be conducted with the intention progressing our Employment Equity policy, targets, and objectives. The Company reserves the right not to fill this position.

Division: Maintenance

Reference Number: MHTS-04-25

Grade: PG13

Purpose of the job
The Material Handler is responsible for cleaning, drying of CL2 drums. Ensure that all Drums are safe to pressure test, assist with pressures test of all Portable gas containers and cleaning of all drums. Loading and of loading drums and cylinders. Do first line maintenance on the test station.
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.
Cleaning of drums
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Move drums by using the crane and forklift.
•
Connecting drums for pressure testing.
•
Operate filling pumps.
•
Fill drums with water and assist with pressure testing.
•
Drain drums and move drums to cleaning bay.
•
Connect hoses and clean drums
•
Weighing of drums.
•
Operate dust extractor
2.
Loading and off-loading drums/cylinders.
•
Use forklift/crane to load drums/cylinders for painting and repairs
•
Off-loading drums/cylinders from trucks.
•
Load drums into racks.
•
Move drums to pressure test and cleaning bay’s using the crane.
3.
First line maintenance on plant.
•
Repair equipment on plant.
•
Replace leaking equipment.
•
Replace hoses on plant.
•
Drain and wash out dust extractor tank at.
•
Fill dust extractor tank with clean water.
•
Open filter and assist replacing filters on the dust extractor.
4.
Planning.
•
Ensure enough drums are ready for inspection.
5.
Housekeeping.
•
Clean area daily.
6.
Related SHERQ responsibilities

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
•
Good planning and organizing
•
The incumbent must have complete knowledge of the whole Chlorine filling and test station operation.
•
Commitment to Quality.
•
Good communication skills.
•
Computer literate MS office (Word, Excel, Power Point and outlook).
•
Problem solving.
•
Attention to detail.
•
Quality orientated
•
Decision making.
•
Self-Motivated, energetic and positive.
•
Reliable/ Responsible/ Dependable / Trustworthy
•
Team worker.
•
Focus on best business practice and ethics.

Experience
•
At least 3 years’ experience in a chemical plant environment.

Qualifications:
•
Grade 12 with Mathematics.

Reporting structure:
This position reports to the Inspection 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: 22 April 2025
CV’s to be sent to: careers@ncp.co.za
Recruitment for this position will be conducted with the intention progressing our Employment Equity policy, targets, and objectives. The Company reserves the right not to fill this position.

Division: Finance

Reference Number: IBA-04-25

Grade: C3

Purpose of the job
The IT Business Analyst in Sales & Distribution reports to the Head of IT and has the following responsibilities:
•
Plans and executes unit testing and integration testing for all changes done in SAP
•
Analyses and implements sales and distribution related changes as prioritized by IT and business owners
•
Works as part of the Order-to-Cash team accountable for resolving SAP issues, change requests, enhancements raised via the helpdesk or other through the other possible channels
•
Works on assigned SAP Sales Distribution related project work and provides periodic status updates and performs work in alignment with project guidelines
•
Works in close integration with business unit departments, in order to make sure the solutions designed meet the requirements and the work done meets the expectations in terms of planning and priorities
•
Expert on SAP ECC/SD module, provide guidance/consultancy on best SAP practices, promoting maximum utilization of SAP standard capabilities
•
Works collaboratively with peer IT colleagues
•
Ensure adherence to solution architecture by implementation teams in line with enterprise standards, defines architectural selection criteria / evaluates infrastructure or applications at solution Level
•
Collaborate with key business resources on requirements gathering, solution design (FD), configuration (SPRO), testing, user acceptance, implementation, and documentation.
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.
SAP ERP Sales and Distribution (SD).
•
Participates in meetings and build trust with internal business customers, understand business objectives and seeks alignment
•
Provide support of the SD module
•
Plans and executes unit testing and integration testing for all changes done in SAP
•
Analyzes and implements sales and distribution related changes as prioritized by IT and business owners
•
Works as part of the Order-to-Cash team accountable for resolving SAP issues, change requests, enhancements raised via the helpdesk or other through the other possible channels
•
Works on assigned SAP Sales Distribution related project work and provides periodic status updates and performs work in alignment with project guidelines
•
Works in close integration with business unit departments, in order to make sure the solutions designed meet the requirements and the work done meets the expectations in terms of planning and priorities
•
Expert on SAP ECC/SD module, provide guidance/consultancy on best SAP practices, promoting maximum utilization of SAP standard capabilities
•
Works collaboratively with peer IT colleagues
•
Ensure adherence to solution architecture by implementation teams in line with enterprise standards, defines architectural selection criteria / evaluates infrastructure or applications at solution Level
•
Collaborate with key business resources on requirements gathering, solution design (FD), configuration (SPRO), testing, user acceptance, implementation, and documentation
•
Understand and translate business concepts to executable functional designs.
2.
ERP Training.
•
Assist in business Training (Train the Trainer)
•
Ensure ERP Training material is up to date and valid.
3.
ERP Budgets.
•
Ensure All ERP budgets are loaded on time.
•
Ensure ERP budgets is maintained correctly and relevant for the year/ period.
4.
ERP Processes support and UAT.
•
To ensure the continued efficient functioning of the ERP systems within the NCP Chlorchem and to always ensure that the Mater Data meets the requirements of NCP Chlorchem.
•
Provide first line support for all ERP systems and BI
•
Provide business end user testing and business analysis of all SAP processes when required.
•
To provide advice and technical expertise for continued improvements, changes and new developments.
•
Functional Investigations and development of Functional and change specifications.
•
Document and translate new business processes into system specification, developing and maintaining the specifications.
•
Conduct and document functional system integration testing.
•
Process Integration.
•
Create and Quality Assurance of Training Material.
5.
SAP Authorization.
•
Maintain user SAP authorization
•
Ensure SAP roles are valid and up to date
•
Ensure users are correctly allocated to SAP authorization
•
Ensure NCP fall within the SAP license agreement.
6.
Related SHERQ responsibilities

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
•
SAP Order Processing
•
Sales Pricing and Billing
•
Shipping and Transportations of goods
•
Credit and Risk Management
•
Integration with 3rd party system and internal SAP modules.
•
Good communication skills and the ability to hold discussions
•
Effective Time management on required tasks and deliverable
•
Risk Assessment and control
•
Stakeholder expectation management
•
Ability to work independently and capable of planning your work
•
Good experience and knowledge of handling jobs in SAP customization/report development (ABAP) and involved in Implementations, Upgrade, and Support & Maintenance of SAP SD module
•
Performs general design and detail design of local solutions, proposed
•
Plan, Track project milestones and deliverables

Experience
•
3-5 years of configuration knowledge (IMG/SPRO) in Sales & Distribution
•
5 years relevant SAP Sales and distribution support experience
•
1 year’s SAP authorization experience
•
5 years MS office experience (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
•
Experience in ASAP (Accelerated SAP) methodology (Advantage)
•
Experience in working with SAP Cross-application concepts like BAPI, BADI, RFC (Advantage)

Qualifications:
•
Matric
•
ECC 6 SD Certification (Preferred)
•
SAP S/4 Hana (Advantage)

Reporting structure:
This position reports to the Head of IT.

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 April 2025
CV’s to be sent to: careers@ncp.co.za
Recruitment for this position will be conducted with the intention progressing our Employment Equity policy, targets, and objectives. The Company reserves the right not to fill this position.

Division: Maintenance

Reference Number: IT-04-25

Grade: C3

Purpose of the job
The Instrumentation Technician 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 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 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).
•
Review opportunities (including organising external expertise and resources) to implement the Reliability Centred Maintenance (RCM) strategies with instrumentation systems stability as the main priority.
•
Plan the technical execution of the corrective maintenance and preventative maintenance strategies following the Reliability Centred Maintenance (RCM) approach in collaboration with the Reliability Engineering personnel.
•
Lead the Management of Change to stabilise and the correct the Process Control and Interfacing (PC&I) and deviation from the engineering best practice standards.
•
Measure, identify and improve deviations from Operations Within Agreed Parameters on the instrumentation systems and equipment.
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.
Review.
•
Review the operational parameters against the design and/or agreed operating parameters and determine improvement opportunities.
•
Review historical failure, lead instrumentation Root Cause Analysis to determine repeat failures and determine the criticality of equipment.
•
Perform Programmable Logic Controller programming as corrective maintenance.
2.
Plan.
•
Conduct Failure Mode Effect Analysis and determine the suitable maintenance strategies to achieve value of the assets
•
Continually review the quality and quantity of spares available onsite issue a report including recommendation on possible improvements.
•
Review the available technical skills in the instrumentation department, source training resources and collaborate with the Instrumentation Supervisor in the planning training of the instrumentation personnel.
3.
Lead.
•
Perform Plan Job Task Observations and coach and/or correct any behavior that poses danger against safety and health of personnel (including contractors).
•
Participate in 5S continuously, implement standards and enforce 5S standards.
•
Become a technical lead in your area of responsibility.
•
Enforce good practices concerning housekeeping.
•
Perform on-the-job training for the mechanician on the supervision roles as second in charge personnel
•
Perform corrective maintenance on the Process Control and Interfacing (PC&I) and correct deviation from the engineering best practice standards
Lead management of change on ABB, Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Johnson Quantum controllers, VSD to improve the operational efficiency of the system and/or equipment (including energy efficiency).
4.
Measure.
•
Measure the critical process flows and/or levels, report on deviation that may cause deviations to the quality of the products.
•
Measure the critical parameters of the PC&I and compile a report of the recommended corrections.
•
Implement condition-based monitoring system and implement maintenance strategies to improve the operation thereof.
5.
Safety and Compliance:
•
Ensure compliance with relevant safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies in all instrumentation and control activities.
•
Conduct thorough safety assessments of control systems, identifying potential hazards and implementing appropriate mitigation measures

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
•
Technical knowledge demonstrated and learnt in the instrumentation systems and installations in the chemical processing plants.
•
Extensive knowledge of ISO 14001, 45001, 9001
•
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)
•
Ariscu
•
Basic Programming on DCS and PLC
•
Attention to details
•
Be able to do basic problem solving, decision making and analysis
•
Ability to work under pressure
•
Knowledge of the Area Classification and Safety integrity Level (SIL) Standards.

Experience
•
Minimum 5 years’ experience working with industrial instrumentations in the chemical processing plants.

Qualifications:
•
Matric
•
National Diploma in Instrumentation Engineering or Equivalent (NQF 6)
•
Adv Diploma /BEng/BTech in Instrumentation Engineering or Equivalent (NQF7) (Advantage)
•
Instrumentation Red Seal (Advantage)

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 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: 11 April 2025
CV’s to be sent to: careers@ncp.co.za
Recruitment for this position will be conducted with the intention progressing our Employment Equity policy, targets, and objectives. The Company reserves the right not to fill this position.

Division: Maintenance

Reference Number: ES-04-25

Grade: C5

Purpose of the job
The Electrical Maintenance Supervisor reports to the E&I Manager and has the primary responsibilities of:
•
Be appointed as the OHS Section 8.2 for electrical works on site to ensure all legal and statutory compliance does take place according to the OHS Act, Pressure Equipment Regulations and General Machinery Regulations.
•
Fully understand the Occupational Health and Safety Act requirements and ensure that all legal inspections and risk assessments are carried out and that general safety is adhered to across all plants.
•
Plan the electrical execution of work as per the maintenance strategies available on the CMMS software (SAP system). Plan the execution of work in line with the engineering standards, strategies and asset integrity philosophies for equipment, plant, machinery, and electrical installations. Plan the execution of work in compliance to statutory requirements using OEM, RCM, 5Why and RCA processes to improve plant reliability and availability. Plan and manage the execution of annual maintenance shutdowns.
•
Organise the electrical personnel (Technicians, Artisans and Handyman) and material required to execute work in compliance to statutory requirements using OEM, RCM, 5Why and RCA processes to improve plant reliability and availability.
•
Lead the electrical personnel (Technicians and Mechanicians) in ensuring compliance with the execution of the maintenance strategies, legal and engineering best practice standards in compliance to statutory requirements using OEM, RCM, 5Why and RCA processes to improve plant reliability and availability.
•
Control the electrical infrastructure, systems, and electrical resources in ensuring the electrical infrastructure is continuously available for operational purposes. Control and maintain the systems of work, plant, and machinery to the safety of personnel, protection of health and machinery.
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.
Plan.
•
Plan all the maintenance activities in line with the strategic maintenance plans available on CMMS software (SAP system) to ensure systems of work, plant and machinery is safe for use, it is without danger to health of employees and readily available for operational purposes.
•
Initiate strategic maintenance activities to ensure systems of work, plant and machinery is safe for use, it is without danger to health of employees and the availability thereof is improved. Contribute and support other departs towards the Total Productive Maintenance to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness.
•
Ensure all electrical maintenance activities (i.e., Work Order) are effectively scheduled and relevant resources is made available for execution of work
•
Collaborate with other departments to ensure correct quality and quantity of spares are available.
•
Plan the leave, training, and development for the sub-ordinates in line with the maintenance strategies developed for the department
•
Plan the execution of work in compliance to statutory requirements using OEM, RCM, 5Why and RCA processes to improve plant reliability and availability. Maintain acceptable levels of communication with various departments to enable efficient execution of daily business strategies. The communication with various departments shall include communication on Microsoft Teams, WhatsApp application and emails.
2.
Organise.
•
Ensure the adequate resource (internal and external) is available for the execute of the work. The resource here mentioned include personnel and material resources. Organize resource to execute work in compliance to statutory requirements using OEM, RCM, 5Why and RCA processes to improve plant reliability and availability.
•
Continually review the electrical works risk assessments for internal employees and contractor before work commences and enforce rules to protect the safety and health personnel, and the protection of the assets against damaged.
•
Maintain the functionality and availability of the safety system. Maintain the operational availability of the electrical assets and equipment.
•
Organize equipment spares in line with the asset management strategies improve equipment reliability and availability.
3.
Lead.
•
Be the OHS Section 2.7 legal appointee and custodian for the Electrical installations throughout the NCP Chlorchem site.
•
Perform Plan Job Task Observations and coach, instruct, enforce and/or correct any behavior that poses danger against safety and health of personnel (including contractors).
•
Participate in 5S continuously, implement standards and enforce 5S standards
•
Enforce good practices concerning housekeeping.
•
Perform on-the-job training for the senior artisan on the supervision roles as second in charge personnel.
4.
Control.
•
Compile reports on compliance concerning daily work execution by Technicians and Artisans.
•
Compile diagnostic report on the root causes of breakdowns and determine the medium to long term plans to prevent repeat failures and/or plans for collaborative resolution with other departments.
•
Maintain compliance to company policies, standards, and instructions for the Electrical Workshop personnel including the execution of the actions determined from the audits.
•
Ensure the asset care execution of work is conducted within the agreed budget.
•
Collaborate with other departments and maintain control over spare management.
5.
MV Network Operation.
•
Review, approve and overseer switching plans for the department
•
Document and keep up to date portfolio of evidence for nominated Operating Officials
•
Ensure substation compliance
•
Conduct and supervise MV switching in accordance with the approved switching plans
6.
Related SHERQ responsibilities

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
•
Technical and Supervisory knowledge demonstrated and learnt in the electrical installations in the chemical processing plants.
•
Extensive knowledge of ISO 14001, 45001, 9001
•
Extensive knowledge of the SANS 10142 Part 1 and Part 2 and Occupational Health and Safety
•
SHERQ Training course
•
Safety Work Permit training
•
Knowledge of the Area Classification Standards.
•
Computer Literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point)
•
Digilex
•
Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (SAP as a CMMS)
•
Attention to details
•
Be able to do basic problem solving and decision making and analysis
•
Ability to work under pressure
•
Leader and Team player
•
Value driven
•
Strong leadership and communication skills
•
Problem-solving and troubleshooting expertise.

Experience
•
Minimum 5 experience working in engineering/maintenance management.
•
Minimum 5 years Supervisory Experience
•
Minimum 5 years of experience with MV/HV systems
•
Minimum 3 years’ Experience with Emergency Systems (Generators and UPS)
•
Experience with Rectifiers or Large Variable Speed Drives (VSDs) (Advantage).

Qualifications:
•
Matric
•
N6 in Electrical Engineering.
•
Electrical Red Seal
•
Wireman License
•
Master Installation Electrician Certification (Advantage)

Reporting structure:
This position reports to the Engineering Manager: E&I.

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: 15 May 2025
CV’s to be sent to: careers@ncp.co.za
Recruitment for this position will be conducted with the intention progressing our Employment Equity policy, targets, and objectives. The Company reserves the right not to fill this position