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Division: Maintenance

Reference Number: FS-10-24

Grade: C5

Purpose of the job
The Fabrication Supervisor reports to the Mechanical Manager and has the primary duties and responsibilities of:
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Being appointed as the OHS Section 8.2 for all NCP Chlorchem fabrication works to ensure all legal, statutory and equipment integrity quality compliance takes place in accordance to the requirements of the OHS Act, General Machinery Regulations, Pressure Equipment Regulations, SANS 347, ISO 3834, ISO 14731 and the relevant Design Codes of Manufacture.
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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.
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Plan the execution of work as per the notifications generated from all internal clients across the NCP Chloorkop site. Plan the execution of work in line with the engineering standards, strategies and asset integrity philosophies for equipment, plant, machinery, and mechanical installations. Plan the execution of work in compliance to statutory and quality requirements. Plan and manage the execution of annual maintenance shutdowns from a Welding and Fabrication point of view. Ensure open and constructive communication takes place with clients.
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Supervise and Coordinate the Fabrication personnel (Boilermakers, Welders and Handyman), equipment, materials and consumables required to execute work in compliance to statutory and quality requirements using RCM and RCA processes to improve plant reliability and availability. Ensure the availability of personnel, sub-contractors’ equipment, materials and consumables to execute the required tasks.
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Lead the Fabrication personnel (Boilermakers, Welders and Handyman) in ensuring compliance with the execution of the tasks. Create a constructive environment to lead the team to engineering industry standards while maintaining good discipline.
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Control the Welding and Fabrication infrastructure, systems, and resources in ensuring the Welding and Fabrication infrastructure is continuously available for operational purposes. Control and maintain the systems of work, plant, and machinery to ensure the health and safety of personnel and protection of machinery. Participate in the development of data books to capture all the information as required by the PER, SANS 347, ISO 3834 and Design Codes of Manufacture.
Duties and responsibilities
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Supervise and coordinate all welding and fabrication activities and personnel, including sub-contractors.
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Ensure fabrication quality is maintained.
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Ensure all welding and fabrication equipment and tools are suitably maintained and calibrated.
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Ensure fabrications are conducted in accordance with approved drawing requirements and As-Builts
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Adherence and signing off of the prescribed Quality Control Plans (QCP) intervention points.
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Ensure material of construction certification, identification (heat/cast no.), adequate storage and traceable records are maintained and can be verified.
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Ensure welding consumables certification, adequate storage and traceable records are maintained and can be verified.
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Ensure welding documentation such as Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Welder Performance Qualifications (WPQ) are adhered to and maintained.
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Perform 1st line quality checks and verifications of material, weld preps, fit ups, welding integrity and dimensions prior to release for inspection.
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Adhere to the stipulated NDT requirements.
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Liaise with the Inspection department to request inspections and NDT’s.
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Liaise with the Technical/Engineering drawing personnel
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Supervise and coordinate all Pre-heating and PWHT activities
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Draft repair procedures.
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Sign off Data Books and Certificates of Manufacture on behalf of the Service – Fabrications Department where required.
This position profile acts as a guide to the role only, and additional work outcomes may be required to be performed by the incumbent.
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.
Plan.
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Plan the execution of work as per the notifications generated from all internal clients across the NCP Chloorkop site.
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Plan the execution of work in line with the engineering standards, strategies and asset integrity philosophies for equipment, plant, machinery, and mechanical installations. Plan the execution of work in compliance to statutory requirements.
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Plan and manage the execution of annual maintenance shutdowns from a Fabrication point of view.
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Ensure open and constructive communication takes place with clients.
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Plan the leave, training, and development for the sub-ordinates in line with the maintenance strategies developed for the department
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Supervise and Coordinate.
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Ensure the adequate resources (internal and external) are available for the execution of the work to meet statutory and quality requirements. The resources here mentioned include personnel, equipment, material and consumable resources. Organize resources to execute work in compliance to statutory and quality requirements using OEM, RCM, 5Why and RCA processes to improve plant integrity, reliability and availability.
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Continually review the welding and fabrication works risk assessments for internal employees and contractors before work commences and enforce rules to protect the safety and health of personnel, and the protection of the assets against damaged.
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Maintain the functionality and availability of the safety system. Maintain the operational availability of the electrical assets and equipment.
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Organize equipment spares in line with the asset management strategies improve equipment integrity, reliability and availability.
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Lead.
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Be the OHS Section 8.2 legal appointee and custodian for the fabricated installations throughout the NCP Chlorchem site.
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Perform Plan Job Task Observations and coach, instruct, enforce and/or correct any behaviour that poses danger against the safety and health of personnel (including contractors).
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Participate in 5S continuously, implement standards and enforce 5S standards
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Enforce good practices concerning quality and housekeeping.
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Perform on-the-job training and mentorship for the senior artisans to perform the role of a supervisor.
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Control.
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Compile reports on compliance concerning daily work execution by personnel and Artisans.
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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.
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Maintain compliance to company policies, standards, and instructions for the Mechanical Workshop personnel including the execution of the actions determined from the audits.
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Ensure the asset care execution of work is conducted within the agreed budget.
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Collaborate with other departments and maintain control over spare management.
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Supervise, coordinate and control all welding and fabrication activities in accordance with the requirements of the PER, SANS 347, ISO 3834 and ISO 14731 as per the required duties and responsibilities.
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Related SHERQ responsibilities

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
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Technical knowledge demonstrated and learnt in welding and fabrication within the pressure equipment and chemical processing plants industry.
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Extensive knowledge of ISO 14001, 45001, 9001
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Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety act, PER, SANS 347
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SHERQ Training courses
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Safety Work Permit training
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Extensive knowledge of ISO 14731 – Welding Coordination Tasks and Responsibilities
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Extensive knowledge of ISO 3834 -Quality requirements for Fusion Welding of metallic materials
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Extensive knowledge of ASME II, VIII, IX and B31.3.
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Adherence to Quality Control Plans, intervention points
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Interpretation of Isometric and General Arrangement drawings
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Welding documentation – PQR, WPS, WPQ.
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Interpretation of Weld symbols
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Computer Literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point)
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Excellent people management skills
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HSE Management System (e.g. Ariscu)
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Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems
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Welding and fabrication management, supervision and coordination
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Time an scheduling management
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Shut down Planning
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Attention to details
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Be able to do basic problem solving and decision making and analysis
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Ability to work under pressure
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Leader and Team player
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Value driven
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Knowledge and experience of welding and fabrication industry standards in relation to the manufacture of process piping, pressure vessels, storage tanks and structures

Experience
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5 years’ experience in Engineering Fabrication in a Chemical industry/environment.
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5 years’ experience in a Fabrication supervision and coordination role
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Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Qualifications:
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Matric /N3
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National Diploma – Mechanical Engineering/Metallurgy (Advantageous).
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Red Seal Trade Tested – Boilermaker/Welder
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IIW Welding Specialist
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Driver’s license.

Reporting structure:
This position reports to the Engineering Manager.
Personal Circumstances:
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Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre.
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May be required to be on Standby.

Other requirements:
Please ensure:
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That the application form is fully completed and attached with your CV.
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That the reference number and/or position name of this advertisement is quoted on your application form.
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That recently certified copies of all qualifications referred to on your application form and cv, are submitted.
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Applications can be handed in at the HR offices on or before the closing date.
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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: 30 October 2024
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: Business Development

Reference Number: SBDM-10-24

Grade: D2

Purpose of the job
The sales and marketing department is the revenue engine of NCP. The purpose of this position is twofold:
• To build and lead a team of business development officers (BDO) and key account managers (KAM). The BDO and KAMs will help drive revenue and identify new business opportunities. The role will be responsible for motivating the team to generate leads, build client relationships, set targets to hit or exceed revenue forecasts, and ultimately meet customer needs.
• Long-term growth leads to business success at NCP and pushing the NCP vision forward. This position will partner with multiple departments to drive measurable results that benefit our business and implement an effective sales approach that expands our reach, strengthens client relationships, and trains our sales professionals. This position must actively seek out other business opportunities that can boost revenue and set NCP apart.
This position profile acts as a guide to the role only, and additional work outcomes may be required to be performed by the incumbent.
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. Business development and sales.
• Represent NCP effectively with comprehensive knowledge of our chlor-alkali products and offerings.
• Research customer needs and identify how our solutions address them. Use financial techniques to improve sales revenue.
• Achieve company objectives by planning thoroughly, setting sales goals, analyzing performance data, and making forecasts
• Generate leads and establish and nurture client relationships.
• Develop, execute, and oversee a business strategy that prioritizes growth and positive customer ratings
• Create and execute a strategic sales plan that expands our customer base and extends to NCP’s SADC reach.
• Conduct high-level industry research to develop effective sales solutions
• Meet with potential customers and grow long-lasting relationships that address their needs an promote all chlor-alkali products.
• Ensure that company quotas are met by holding daily check-ins with sales team to set objectives and monitor progress
• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes
• Review sales contracts/distributors contracts to ensure they meet legal and corporate guidelines
• Interact with clients and respond to important inquiries about the company’s products or services
• Oversee tender processes.
2. Management.
• Manage team of KAMs and BODs on a daily basis
• Set individual sales objectives and targets
• Training and coaching and monitor their performance.
• Develop skills continuously for hiring, training, and leading team members, and ensure that they’re using effective sales tactics to meet revenue objectives
• Identify knowledge gaps within the team and develop plans for close them
• Annual Budgets and Monthly forecasts reports
• Provide continuous, constructive feedback to sales team.
• Related SHERQ responsibilities

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
• Results Orientation
• Effective Communicator
• Strong leader and motivator
• Presentation Skills
• Strong chemical business knowledge
• Financial Acumen – experience interpreting financial data
• Ability to effectively research new markets
• Creativity and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical and detail-oriented
• Strong negotiation skills
• Decision-making and leadership skills
• Advanced time management and organizational skills
• Problem solving
• Strategic
• Self-Management
• Motivated.

Experience
• Minimum 10 years managing Sales in in chemical manufacturing industry
• Minimum 8 years in a Business development/Sales management role
• Minimum 5 years of managing a Sales/Business development team
• Strong knowledge of sales growth techniques
• Proven track record in the entire sales and business development process
• Outstanding Leadership ability
• Willing to Travel 30% of the time

Qualifications:
• Grade 12
• Sales and Marketing Degree (NQF 6)
• Post graduate degree/advanced diploma (NQF 7)
• PGDip in Management (Business Administration – NQF 8) – advantage

Reporting structure:
This position reports to the Sales & Marketing Executive.

Personal Circumstances:
• Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre.
• Willing to Travel 30% of the time.

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 November 2024
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: REE-10-24

Grade: D1

Purpose of the job
The Reliability Engineer reports to the Electrical Manager and has the primary responsibilities to:
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Review opportunities (including organising external expertise and resources) to improve compliance to statutory requirements using OSH, SANS, OEM, RCM, 5Why and RCA processes to improve equipment reliability and availability. Review the maintenance strategies on the CMMS software (SAP system) and improve, update and/or add strategies to improve equipment reliability and availability. Initiate improvements of critical equipment and/or critical processes to improve equipment reliability and availability. Identify and implement Electrical training and technical coaching as needed.
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Develop, Design the preventative maintenance strategies following the Reliability Centred Maintenance (RCM) approach in collaboration with the Reliability Engineering personnel. Plan and execute improvements of the Electrical grading on the electrical network including and power quality monitoring as per the best engineering practice standards including the interfacing between the electrical and instrumentation installations. Plan and execute improvements of the electrical protection including the review of the correct technology to allow for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (i.e., SCADA). Develop the Electrical standards and procedures in line with the OSH and relevant standards (i.e. SANS, IEC, etc.) with more focus on the requirements of the SANS 10142 Part 1 and Part 2.
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Lead the Management of Change to stabilise and the correct the electrical network through ensuring grading, electrical protection, power factor correction, quality monitoring complies the engineering best practice standards. Lead the improvement and implementation of the latest technology to improve equipment reliability and availability. Lead the replacement of inferior and/or obsolete electrical equipment with equipment that are fit-for-purpose with special attention on the transformer replacement program to ensure compliance to the environmental regulations. Lead the energy management program to ensure that the energy footprint at NCP Chlorchem is continually improved/reduced.
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Manage Electrical projects (i.e., maintenance/small projects) including the CAPEX processes related to the project(s). Initiate, support initiative, and implement energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions throughout the NCP Chlorchem site. Manage the spares inventory and ensure adequate spares including quality, quantity and spare that are fit-for-purpose are available to ensure an acceptable plant availability is maintain.
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Measure, identify and improve deviations from Operations Within Agreed Parameters concerning electrical installation and equipment. Compile and review the KPIs (i.e., MTBF, MTTR) on equipment to initiate solutions to enforce preventative and predictable maintenance of assets. Enforce continuous improvement equipment reliability, equipment availability, and compliance to statutory and company standards 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.
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.
Review.
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Review opportunities (including organizing external expertise and resources) to improve and/or execute work in compliance to statutory requirements using OEM, RCM, 5Why and RCA processes to improve equipment reliability and availability.
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Review the operational parameters against the design and/or agreed operating parameters and determine improvement opportunities.
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Review historical failure, lead Electrical Root Cause Analysis to determine repeat failures and determine the criticality of equipment.
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Initiate improvements of critical equipment and/or critical processes to improve equipment reliability and availability.
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Improve measurements, system architect, inspection schedules and Process Control System to achieve more than 85% Plant Availability.
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Identify and implement Electrical training (on-job and outsourced training) and technical coaching as needed.
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Review/Assess and identify opportunities to improve the electrical grading, protection, power quality and metering of the electrical network.
2.
Develop, Design, Lead.
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Develop the preventative maintenance strategies following the Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) approach in collaboration with the Reliability Engineering personnel.
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Implement and improve stability of the electrical network as per the best engineering practice standards including the interfacing between the electrical and instrumentation installations.
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Develop the Electrical standards and procedures in line with the OSH and relevant standards (i.e. SANS, IEC, etc.) with more focus on the requirements of the SANS 10142 Part 1 and Part 2.
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Lead the improvement and implementation of the latest technology to improve equipment reliability and availability. Lead the replacement of inferior and/or obsolete electrical equipment with devices that are fit-for-purpose.
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Lead the replacement program for the transformers with transformer that utilizes non-PCB insulation medium.
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Lead the management of change in the removal of risk of plant un-availability due to the electrical network (including installation of alternate supply to the Effluent Farm). Lead the assessment of the medium voltage equipment (i.e., switchgear, transformers and cables) and lead the corrective program to ensure electrical network availability.
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Develop Service Level Agreements with contractors to support the Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) in the plants.
3.
Manage.
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Manage Electrical projects (i.e., maintenance/small projects) including the CAPEX processes related to the project(s).
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Participate in 5S continuously, implement standards and enforce 5S standards.
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Enforce good practices concerning housekeeping
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Enforce execution of Risk Assessments and audit plants to ensure zero injuries of personnel (including contractors in your control)
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Initiate, support initiative, and implement energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions
throughout the NCP Chlorchem site.
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Manage the process change from the reactive maintenance to preventative and predictive maintenance.
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Manage the spares inventory and ensure adequate spares including quality, quantity and spare that are fit-for-purpose are available to ensure an acceptable plant availability is maintain.
4.
Measure.
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Identify and improve deviations from Operations Within Agreed Parameters concerning electrical installations and equipment. Compile and review the KPIs (i.e., MTBF, MTTR) on equipment to initiate solutions to enforce preventative and predictable maintenance of assets.
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Enforce continuous improvement equipment reliability, equipment availability, and compliance to statutory and company standards and procedures.
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Identify and improve condition-based monitoring system and implement maintenance strategies to improve the operations to achieve an average production of 65kA
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Assess the effectiveness of the maintenance strategies on the CMMS software (SAP system) and improve, update and/or add strategies to improve equipment reliability and availability.
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Continually assess the spare management process, initiate improvements and/or acquiring of critical spare equipment to improve equipment reliability and availability.
5.
Related SHERQ responsibilities

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
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Technical knowledge demonstrated and learnt in the electrical installations in the chemical processing plants.
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Extensive knowledge of ISO 14001, 45001, 9001
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Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety and Area Classification Standards
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SHERQ Training course
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Safety Work Permit training
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Knowledge of mechanical and process operations (i.e., rectifier system)
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Computer Literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point)
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Ariscu
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Experience in Programming of Protection relays, Billing Meters and VSD
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Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (I.e. SAP)
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Value driven
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Attention to details
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Be able to do basic problem solving and decision making and analysis
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Ability to work under pressure

Experience
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5 to 10 years’ experience with 3 years handling maintenance projects.
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Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
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Knowledge of the Area Classification.
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Experience in Programming of Protection relays, Billing Meters and VSD.

Qualifications:
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Grade 12
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BTech or BSc in Electrical Engineering.
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GCC for Factories (Advantage).

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

Personal Circumstances:
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Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre.

Other requirements:
Please ensure:
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That the application form is fully completed and attached with your CV.
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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: 18 October 2024
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: Sales

Reference Number: KAM-09-24

Grade: C3

Purpose of the job
This position is a strategy builder role. It is responsible for maintaining and expanding relationships with customers. The position will work in close association with various business departments, and thus maintain and develop the strategic relationships with the Key Accounts. Secondly, the position is accountable to promote NCP’s products and services to the customer base in such a way that enables the Company to achieve its strategic and financial targets.
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.
Key Account Management.
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Develop and foster loyal, long-lasting trust relationships with key customers, brick-wall competition.
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Identify yourself as a committed resource and assist, support and provide solutions that meet their objectives and goals with reasonable timelines.
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Management of customer complaints promptly.
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Research Market trends to generate more sales.
2.
Chief Communicator.
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The link between the key account and NCP’s internal teams. Ensure customer changes are communicated clearly to internal stakeholders and internal delays issues etc. are communicated back to the customer.
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Ensure correct products are delivered to the customer on time and in full.
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Manage customer complaints and resolve issues customers may face.
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Build and maintain the trust relationship with all stakeholders.
3.
Sales.
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To carry out regular customer visits.
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Meet monthly/annual sales budget on revenue and volume
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Meet and exceed GP and R/t targets per product per month and per annum.
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Identify growth opportunities at customers, drive customer retention and revenue growth.
4.
Administration.
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Pricing updates submitted within a reasonable time to Sales and Marketing Officer to upload.
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Transport price updates submitted within reasonable time to the Senior Customer Liaison Officer to upload.
5.
Reports.
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Monthly sales forecast per customer and product prepared for the following and uploaded on 25th of the month onto the s- drive and communicated to the Supply Chain Co-Ordinator and Customer Liaison Officers, Business Development Officers and Key Account Managers.
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Visit reports uploaded on a Friday onto the S-drive
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Monthly Presentation – Sales Meeting
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Weekly call plan presented at weekly sales meeting on a Friday.
6.
Related SHERQ responsibilities

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
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Customer Expertise
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Strategy
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Negotiation
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Interpersonal
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Results Orientation
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Analytical
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Attention to detail.
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Effective Communicator
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Presentation Skills
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Quality adherence
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Planning and Organizing
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Attention to detail.
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Problem solving
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Self-Management
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Motivated.

Experience
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Minimum 5 years’ experience in a chloro-alkali or chemical manufacturing industry.
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5 years sales experience and a proven track record.

Qualifications:
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Grade 12
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Sales and Marketing or Business Administration Degree/Diploma.
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Chemical qualification – advantageous.

Reporting structure:
This position reports to the Sales & Marketing Executive.

Personal Circumstances:
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Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre.

Other requirements:
Please ensure:
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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: 04 October 2024
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 (Mechanical Stationery Workshop)

Reference Number: FMSW-01-25

Grade: PG11

Purpose of the job
The Fitter reports to the Mechanical Supervisor and has the primary responsibilities to:
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Inspect the mechanical assets within the area of responsibility.
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Repair and/or replace the equipment that is not fit-for-service or unsafe.
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Maintain and/or improve mechanical assets to ensure safe, effective and continuous availability of the assets.
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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.
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Ensure Feedback is given to the line manager concerning the Inspection, Repair and/or Replacement conducted within the area of responsibility.
The abovementioned activities shall be conducted in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, No. 85 of 1993. The responsibilities abovementioned shall include ensuring equipment is visibly marked for identification, changes to be registered and approved according to the MOC procedure and equipment is handed back to the internal customer in a safe, effective and clean way.

Key performance area
1.
Inspect.
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Inspect the conditions of the mechanical equipment and identify any deviations concerning the normal effective operation of the mechanical equipment and supporting systems as per the Work Order instructions.
2.
Repair, Replace and Maintain.
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Repair and/or replace all mechanical equipment effectively and efficiently within the area of responsibility and hand over installation(s) to be available for safe operation thereof.
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Repair and/or replace any safety guarding and/or safety system that has failed or not available for immediate safeguarding and protection of personnel and the environment.
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Ensure that equipment is not modified or altered in any way without prior written approval through the MOC process.
3.
Housekeeping.
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Ensure that the housekeeping is always acceptable and is continually being improved.
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Ensure 5S is implemented and continually maintained.
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Ensure the housekeeping enforces and/or enhance the safety of personnel within the area of responsibility.
4.
Give Feedback.
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Ensure that the feedback concerning the work completed on the work order is given to the
relevant planner and/or foreman.
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Ensure that all breakdowns have been investigated making use of the 5-Why investigation method at minimum.
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Ensure that the root cause of the breakdown(s) is identified correctly and resolved accordingly.
5.
Related SHERQ responsibilities

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
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Technical knowledge about rotating equipment (pumps, fans, compressors, gearboxes, etc)
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Technical knowledge about mechanical equipment (Flanges, gaskets, heat exchangers, tanks, etc)
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Basic knowledge of ISO 14001, 45001, 9001
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SHERQ Training course
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Safety Work Permit training.
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Computer Literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point)
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Ariscu (HSE Management System).
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Attention to details
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Be able to do basic problem solving and decision making and analysis
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Ability to work under pressure.

Experience
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At least 3 years of experience in a Chemical manufacturing plant
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Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Qualifications:
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Matric
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Fitter Red Seal.

Reporting structure:
This position reports to the Mechanical Supervisor.

Personal Circumstances:
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Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre.
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May be required to be on Standby.

Other requirements:
Please ensure:
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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: 17 January 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: Supply Chain

Reference Number: SCLO-09-24

Grade: C1

Purpose of the job
The position is mainly responsible to provide first line interface with customers and thereby ensures and contributes to the profitable revenue growth. An important aspect of this position is providing customer service to existing customers, both external and internal. Work with, lead and support the customer service liaison officers on a day-to-day basis.
The position ensures that systems, policies, processes and procedures are in place within this department and maintained to effectively identify and manage risk and ensure compliance to legislative, regulatory and good governance requirements and practices.
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. Supervision.
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Lead and direct customer liaison team members and ensure that the department operates optimally and effectively.
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Allocate and supervise the work to the customer liaison employees to ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines and procedures.
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Problem solving and correct errors that may arise.
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Responsible for training customer liaison officers on customer liaison on tasks, procedures related to their job description, as well as NCP products.
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Guide and handle, difficult complex problems, complaints or disputes that have been escalated.
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Interpret and communicate work procedures and company policies to the staff.
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Responsible for customer liaison team’s performance management, ensuring the team conform to regulations, recommend appropriate action and uphold the disciplinary process.

2. Administration.
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Extract the product returns report from SAP. Circulate among the customer liaisons Officers and ensure all returns logged are processed on the SAP system timeously.
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Debit and credit request documents submitted by the customer liaison officers must be checked and the correctness verified before signing off. Signed documents must then be submitted to the Sales and Marketing officer for processing.
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Management of the customer liaison query box. Investigate and solve any escalated credits & debit requisitions prior to getting them signed off.
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Initiate, manage and report on customer satisfaction survey
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On the first day of the new month ensure that all open sales orders from previous months are
cleared from SAP. Manage order creation to prevent customer accounts going on credit
block.
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Creating of purchase orders for all sales and marketing requirements, stationery needs i.e. Files, Credit & Debit requisition books, tea and coffee etc.
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Product price updates in the absence of the Sales and Marketing Officer.
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On a monthly basis, receive the transport rates from the suppliers. Share with the sales team. Inform customers of the new rates and upload transport rates on SAP on the first Wednesday of the month.
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Drafting and amending of all customer service standard operating procedures.
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Compile standby roster and sent to Payroll after authorization from Sales & Marketing Executive sign-off. (Be on standby as back-up, if required)
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Updating of all other transport prices requested by the sales team on sap as and when required

3. Account Management.
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Management of top 5 customer accounts.
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Responsible for Order entry i.e. cash to order process
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Customer servicing (internal and external)
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Stock management.
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Liaising with the transporter to facilitate deliveries.
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Generating orders and communicating loading numbers to customers.
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Query Management
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Debit and Credit note processing.
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Ensure department delivers all expected & projected targets in line with set revenue targets
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Ensure compliance to legislative & regulatory requirements
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To provide first line interface with customers both internal & external
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Maintain and build strong healthy relationships with all business stakeholders.
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Preparing of product order plans daily.
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Senior Standby every alternate week

4. Reporting Standby.
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OTIF
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Customer Complaints
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Any other reports as requested from the Sales & Marketing Executive
5.Related SHERQ responsibilities

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
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People Management
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Business processes
•
SAP system management
•
Customer Care
•
Help Desk Tools
•
Email Tools
•
Survey Tools.
•
Results Orientation
•
Analytical
•
Attention to detail.
•
Effective Communicator
•
Presentation Skills
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Quality adherence
•
Planning and Organizing
•
Attention to detail
•
People management skills.
•
Problem solving
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Self-Management
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Motivated.
•
Logistics and Exports knowledge required
•
Ariba and Trade shift systems advantageous.
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Administration of reports

Experience
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Minimum 5 years’ experience in Customer Service Environment
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Minimum 3 years’ experience in people management
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5 years’ experience with using SAP
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Experience in similar environment is a must.

Qualifications:
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Matric
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Qualification in Supply chain/Business administration (Advantageous)
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Customer Support Certificate
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Customer Experience Certificate

Reporting structure:
This position reports to the Sales & Marketing Executive.

Personal Circumstances:
•
Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre.
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May be required to be on Standby.

Other requirements:
Please ensure:
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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 September 2024
CV’s to be sent to: careers@ncp.co.za
Recruitment for this position will be conducted with the intention progressing our Employment Equity policy, targets, and objectives. The Company reserves the right not to fill this position.

Division: Maintenance

Reference Number: IA-10-24

Grade: PG11

Purpose of the job
The Instrumentation Artisan reports to the Instrumentation Supervisor and has the primary responsibilities to:
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Inspect the Instrumentation within the area of responsibility.
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Repair and/or Replace the equipment that is not fit-for-service or unsafe.
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Maintain and/or Improve Instrumentation to ensure safe and continuous availability of the assets.
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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.
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Ensure Feedback is given to the line manager concerning the Inspection, Repair and/or Replacement conducted within the area of responsibility. The Feedback shall include a formal 5WHY and/or RCA report that describes the root cause of the breakdown and/or failure of an equipment(s) and/or system(s).
The responsibilities abovementioned shall be conducted in compliance with the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act No.85 of 1993. The responsibilities mentioned herein above shall include ensuring equipment is visibly marked for identification and working drawings (Process and Instrumentation Diagram) are always updated.
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.
Inspect.
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Inspect the conditions of the instrumentation devices, piping, cables, cable racks and field station(s), Engineering Stations, DCS cabinets, PLC rooms as per the Work Order (WO) instruction and identify deviations with regards to safety and intended operational parameters. The DCS, Engineering Stations, PLC rooms shall include all the components within the rooms, cabinets, MCC and/or Stations.
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Inspect the conditions of the instrumentation equipment (i.e., scales, bulk scales) as per the Work Order instruction and identify deviations concerning the instrumentation best practices and safe operations of the equipment.
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The inspection as per the WO shall be completed on daily basis.
2.
Repair, Replace and Maintain.
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Repair and/or replace all instrumentation within the area of responsibility and the installation(s) is available for safe operation thereof.
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Repair and/or replace any safety guarding and/or safety system that has failed or not
available for immediate safeguarding of personnel and protection of instrumentation against
extended damages.
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Maintain the functionality and availability of the safety system. Maintain the operational availability of the instrumentation.
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Apply correct workmanship to avoid repeat failures of equipment and/or system(s). Repeat failure shall include failure of the equipment and/or system(s) on the same failure mode and failure within an unacceptable period.
3.
Housekeeping.
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Ensure that the housekeeping is always acceptable and is continually being improved.
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Ensure 5S is implemented and continually maintained.
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Ensure the housekeeping enforces and/or enhance the safety of personnel within the area of responsibility.
4.
Give Feedback.
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Ensure that the feedback concerning the work completed on the Work Order (WO) is given to the relevant planner within the same shift it was issued. The feedback concerning the closure of the Work Orders, 5-Why investigations and/or RCA investigations shall be given to the Work Coordinator within the same shift the WO was issued
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Ensure that all breakdowns have been investigated making use of the 5-Why investigation method as minimum.
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Ensure that the root cause of the breakdown(s) is identified correctly and resolved accordingly.
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The feedback on the WO shall include required spares and/or improvements to ensure the repeat failures are eliminated and/or reduced. The required spares and/or improvements to the plant within the Instrumentation Mechanician’s area of responsibility shall be given to the Work Coordinator in writing.
5.
Related SHERQ responsibilities

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
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Technical knowledge demonstrated and learnt in the Instrumentations in the chemical processing plants.
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Basic knowledge of ISO 14001, 45001, 9001
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Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety, SIL and Area Classification Standards
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SHERQ Training course
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Safety Work Permit training
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Computer Literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point)
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Instrument equipment calibration
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Overhauling instrument equipment
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Performing faultfinding
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Read and interpret instrument drawings
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Attention to details
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Be able to do basic problem solving and decision making and analysis
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Ability to work under pressure

Experience
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At least 3 years’ experience working as a qualified artisan, preferably in a chemical manufacturing environment.
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Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
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Knowledge of the Area Classification and Safety integrity Level (SIL) Standards.

Qualifications:

• Matric
• N3 / Diploma – Electrical Engineering L/C (Process Instrumentation)
• Instrumentation Red Seal
• Siemens PCS 7 training  (advantageous) 

Reporting structure:
This position reports to the Instrumentation Supervisor.

Personal Circumstances:
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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:
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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: 18 October 2024
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: Environmental & Safety

Reference Number: SC-08-24

Grade: C3

Purpose of the job
The SHERQ Coordinator is responsible for coordinating, implementing, executing of all SHERQ related plans, programmes, and tasks together with the respective Plant Section Managers, operational staff, Functional Line Managers and functional staff within their respective designated areas.
The incumbent must monitor and ensure the plant operations and functional departments comply with Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality regulations; conform to NCP’s systems, policies, processes, and procedures as well as Responsible Care® (including Process Safety Management) requirements.
The SHERQ Coordinator must also proactively assist and support the respective plant section managers / functional line managers to ensure their SHERQ related policies and procedures are updated and maintained, and non-conformances are adequately and timeously closed out with sufficient evidence on the Non-Conformance Management System.
The incumbent coordinates and participates in incident, accident, and near miss investigations. The SHERQ Coordinator participates in both Internal and External audits under their areas of responsibilities within operations and functions. The SHERQ Coordinator is responsible for identifying and assessing SHERQ and other operational / process related risks, potential non-compliances to legislation and NCP policies and procedures and deficient controls, as well as compiling and updating environmental information. The SHERQ Coordinator monitors and assists with the implementation of the golden rules of safety and adherence to site SHERQ rules as part of the execution of the company’s SHERQ strategy to achieve the company’s SHERQ targets and objectives..
The abovementioned activities shall be conducted in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, No. 85 of 1993 and all relevant NCP policies and procedures.

Key performance area
1.
Adherence and Compliance to the SHERQ Management systems and relevant standards.
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Participate in all internal and external audits. Communicate audit findings to all relevant stakeholders and facilitate the development of CAPAs and execute the implementation of the CAPAs together with the various employees and management teams.
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Coordinate and investigate the root cause for reported incidents, accidents and near misses together with plant personnel and conduct the RCI within 7 days after preliminary investigation for Quality and within 5 days for SHE and Process Safety related incidents.
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Facilitate in the development of corrective and preventative actions and ensure submission as per target dates.
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Support Operations and Functional units in executing and implementing the correction actions with sufficient evidence to ensure proper mitigations and that incidents do not re-occur.
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Assist and support Operations and Functional Units to adequately and timely close-out non-conformance on the system, and assist with the concession process on the system, where timelines will not be achieved.
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Review the incident action plans, track and trend recurring incidents, and investigate the effectiveness of the identified and implemented CAPA actions, with the aim to eliminate re-occurring incidents completely.
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Evaluate the reviewed Standard operating procedures and ensure that the SOP complies with the SHERQ controls.
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Conduct scheduled inspections and self-assessments to ensure adherence to SHERQ, legal and regulatory standards and risk control measures, report any non-compliances immediately to section managers and facilitate and execute improvement process.
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Ensuring staff understand Emergency Response procedures and assists in training and/or induction of new employees and contractors.
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Facilitate the sharing of good practices, SHERQ awareness, reiterate golden rules of safety and site SHERQ rules and learnings from incidents by conducting weekly safety talks (Toolbox).
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Ensure statutory inspections in area of responsibility are conducted in accordance with maintenance plans.
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Conduct checks to ensure that all departments are following approved, non-outdated procedures according to self-audit programme.
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Prepare weekly, and monthly SHERQ reports, statistics, trending analysis, and presentations related to SHERQ performance.
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Ensure that policies and SHERQ Objectives are communicated.
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Performs other related duties as assigned (Ad hoc procedure Reviews etc.)
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On the field daily support of managers, staff and contractors working on site, by ensuring that all SHERQ procedures, Golden rules of safety, Site rules, Work Standards requirements are applied during execution of the tasks with the relevant task and risk assessments in place.
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Conduct price of non-conformance (PONC) for all RCIs.
2.
Adherence to Health and Safety Management Standard (ISO 45001)
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Conduct checks on SOPs and Risk Assessments to ensure compliance as per NCP Policy and procedures. Assist in developing the required documentation, and operational checks to ensure compliance with ISO 45001.
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Conduct risk assessments, communicate risk assessments outcomes to employees and enforce preventative measures.
•
Ensure that the PTW and LOTO system meets all safety requirements established by NCP Chlorchem and that any safety violations are corrected.
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Compile and maintain the proactive events data within area of responsibility and investigate concerns raised, co-ordinate the corrective actions for long term items identified.
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Analyze and apply data to monitor OHS performance and produce summary reports.
3.
Adherence to Quality Standards (ISO 9001 and NSF).
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Assist the QP in managing the quality of raw materials used for production versus specification and the quality of the final product, report deviations and recurring incidents.
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Assists in the maintenance of quality systems throughout the company.
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Ensure that products meet ISO standards and meet the expectations of the customers.
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Ensures documented information follows ISO 9001 standard requirements, quality policy and
procedures.
4.
Adherence to Environmental Management (ISO 14001)
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Review, update, maintain and monitor Operations’ Environmental Aspect and Impact Risks.
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Ensure compliance to relevant legislation such as air quality act, waste management act, energy act, water act etc.
•
Facilitate and monitor the waste coordination within your area of responsibility as per the waste management policy.
•
Maintain the waste management process and compile procedures to ensure compliance
•
Oversee the waste disposal from the plant areas as per environmental legislation and company policies and procedures.
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Report and escalate any non-compliance to NCP policies, procedures and systems relating to operations that could adversely affect NCP Environmental 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 objectives and targets that have been developed. Work with line managers to correct deviations to the agreed performance target.
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Partake in isokinetic sampling process.
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Assist in the consolidation of environmental KPI data for CAIA reporting.
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Monitor water discharge volumes to the effluent farm, interrogate data and investigate discrepancies.
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Participate in external environmental forums: EIA, CAER, CAIA and Air Quality Forums.
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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.
•
Monitor progress on Environmental Management Programme and report deviations to the EMP targets.
5.
Adherence to Risk-based Process Safety Management (RBPSM)
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Monitor and assess hazardous and unsafe situations. Makes recommendations on how to avoid or mitigate these risks.
•
Ensure that all safety regulations and PSM procedures are being followed and that all safety equipment is in good working order.
•
Participate in PSSR and ensure Environment, Health and Safety risk controls are in place and ensure that corrective actions identified during PSSR are loaded on the system.
•
Verify that planned job observations are conducted and follow up if concerns are addressed.
•
Facilitate PSM risk assessment (FMEA, HAZOP, PDA).
•
Conduct spot checks on P&IDs reviews, and MOC document initiated within area of responsibility.
•
Conduct spot checks on adherence to safe operating limits within area of responsibility to ensure that equipment is operated with process conditions (e.g., temperature, pressure, level, flowrate)
•
Co-ordinate or facilitate Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) studies such as HAZOP on existing, new, and modified processes and define effective risk management controls.
•
Perform field visits (GEMBA) to identify PSM related strengths and weaknesses, to coach teams in the “ability to see” process safety related risks.
•
Support Section Managers in preparing, implementing, and tracking action plans to enhance the PSM maturity level on site.
•
Assist in PSM implementation program.
6.Related SHERQ responsibilities

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
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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)
•
Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act
•
Knowledge of NSF 60 standard (ideal)
•
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
•
Excellent analytical skills
•
Planning and organizational skills
•
Excellent report writing skills
•
Excellent communication skills with the ability to present and explain quality topics
•
Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
•
Have good persuasion skills
•
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
•
Proactive problem-solving abilities – use initiative
•
Good time management skills – deadline driven
•
Self-motivated, energetic, and positive
•
Good team player, yet can also work independently
•
High level of integrity
•
Able to handle conflict management
•
Reliable / responsible / dependable / trustworthy
•
Focus on best business practice and ethics
•
Quality and results oriented
•
Be able to physically walk between plant lab, main labs, production plants etc

Experience
•
Minimum 5 years Quality Experience.
•
Minimum 3 years Chemical Manufacturing Environment.

Qualifications:
•
Matric with Science and Mathematics.
•
SAMTRAC Certificate or equivalent occupational SHE Training.
•
National Diploma Health & Safety Management/Engineering
•
Registered as a Professional Construction Health & Safety Coordinator under SACPCMP (Advantage).
•
ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 accreditation training
•
Integrated Management System (IMS).

Reporting structure:
This position reports to the 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 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 August 2024
CV’s to be sent to: careers@ncp.co.za
Recruitment for this position will be conducted with the intention progressing our Employment Equity policy, targets, and objectives. The Company reserves the right not to fill this position

Division: Compliance

Reference Number: GSP-08-24

Grade: C3

Purpose of the job
To support the business in sustaining Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality standards through regular monitoring, evaluation, reporting and continuous improvement of the GRC Management System in line with legal, regulatory, and business 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.
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
• Prepares the Audit Programme and Audit schedule and ensures it is always updated.
• Communicates the annual internal audit schedule to the business.
• Oversees the co-ordination of the various internal and external audit bookings.
• Leads the co-ordination of all external audits by writing up the scope to receive proposals, ensuring proposals are signed off, engaging with the various service providers to ensure that all NCP and service provider requirements are met prior to the auditors arriving on site and address systems queries.
• Coordinates ISO and NSF external audits conducted by the certification management body and service providers effectively and efficiently.
• Audits compliance to ISO: 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 17020 and NSF requirements to guarantee requisite certification for business sustainability.
• Ensures that all audits are scheduled on the audit schedule and programme and are updated when changes are made.
• Determines internal customer requirements by meeting with process owners, coordinators, and department Managers regularly.
• Monitors self-audits and conducts ADHOC checks in departments. Escalate any areas of concern to the Risk & Compliance Specialist.
• Verifies implementation & effectiveness of actions taken by assessing incidents and identifying similar repeat non-conformances and identifying opportunities for improvement to ensure business SHERQ business objectives and targets can be met to promote continuous improvement.
• Guides the Chloorkop, Catoridge, Bloemfontein & Atlantis sites with regards to management system implementation.
• Guides and recommends to the business best practice on complying to the ISO, and NSF standards.
• Conducts SQAS Audits on relevant transporters.
• Monitors procurement processes within NCP by conducting audits on the external suppliers of raw materials, equipment, and services as per the procurement audit schedule.
• Reviews the Management System processes annually, with the support of the management responsible for the business sectors, to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Co-Ordinates and promotes awareness of the various Management Systems’ compliance in the business through contribution of articles to the GRC quarterly Newsletter, monthly Newsflashes, employee induction and training interventions and distribution thereof.
• Co-ordinates the collation of data from various departments for management review, (MR) and prepares the MR presentation for submission to the Risk and Compliance Specialist
• Coordinates changes to the NSF formulation across all sites as and when required.
• Develops training material for setup of new management systems and to enforce compliance to existing systems.
• Facilitates the annual NSF Sampling project programme.
• Conducts work activities daily in accordance with NCP’s policies and procedures.
• Responds to internal and external customer / supplier queries regarding Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental information as and when required.
• As the SGS and NSF back up contact person, liaise with audit service providers with audit queries and requests as and when required.
• Responds to queries relating to non-conformance raised during external audits within the specified time frames as communicated by the customer or certification management bodies.
• Participates in external workgroups and forums: CAIA etc. and provides feedback on changes that could impact the business and possible actions required.
• Facilitates the closing of external ISO and NSF audit findings.
• Participates in service provider audits led by Procurement.
• Participates in RCIs as an ADHOC member to give guidance from a systems perspective.
• Facilitates and participates in Customer Audits on site.
• Generates audit reports for submission to the Risk & Compliance Specialist for review and approval prior to submitting to the relevant department heads upon completion of audits.
• Leads the compilation of the GRC Enablement Dashboard report monthly for submission to GRC Enablement Manager
• Analyses SHERQ Related reports to identify and report on trends monthly and in the annual management review, as well as suggest continuous improvements and submits to the Risk & Compliance Specialist.
• Tracks, analyze and trend internal and external ISO and NSF audit action statuses by compiling monthly reports for submission to Risk and Compliance Specialist.
• Submits audit findings from service provider audits to Procurement.
• Assists and supports with Customer Audit findings to ensure corrective actions are documented, submitted and timeous closure thereof with relevant department/s in NCP.
• Uploads the corrective actions from SMETA based customer audits onto the SEDEX platform.
• Reports any deviations from procedure, injury, or incident immediately to the Health and Safety Representative and affected department Managers.
• Adherence to all SHERQ principles.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
• Knowledge of ISO 17020:2012, NSF 60, ISO 14001:2015 & ISO 9001:2015, ISO 45001:2018
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety legislation and applicable standards & codes
• Knowledge of Environmental legislation and applicable standards & codes
• Knowledge of Responsible Care Standards
• Knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM)
• Knowledge of Root Cause Investigations (RCI)
• Knowledge of Operational Risk Management
• Knowledge of Compliance within a chemical, manufacturing environment.
• Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
• Competent in auditing ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 17020 management systems
• Competent in auditing NSF 60 Standard
• Understanding of SANS 17021:2019
• Understanding of ISO 19011:2019
• Internal auditing
• Prioritizing
• Monitoring and Evaluation
• Reporting
• Stakeholder Relationship Management
• Coordinating
• Use of Ariscu
• Business Process mapping.
• Leading people, teams, and the organization
• Planning and organizing
• Proactive problem-solving abilities – use initiative.
• Good time management skills – deadline driven.
• Quality and results orientated.
• Decision making
• Self-motivated, energetic, and positive
• Reliable / responsible / dependable / trustworthy
• Team worker
• Able to handle conflict management.
• High level of personal integrity
• Focus on best business practice and ethics.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Analytical
•Attention to Detail
• Logical Thinking
• Multitasking.

Experience
• 3-5 years in implementing and maintaining ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 & ISO 45001:2018 systems experience in a Chemical Manufacturing Environment
• Minimum 3 years Chemical Manufacturing Environment.

Qualifications:
• Matric with Science and Mathematics
• Diploma/ Bachelor of Technology/Degree in Chemical Engineering/Chemistry, Health & Safety or Environmental or Quality Management.
• Certified Lead Auditor in ISO 9001/14001/45001
• SAMTRAC or equivalent occupational SHE training.
• Driver’s License
• Have basic competencies in legal liability with extensive experience in certification requirements as per ISO/IEC 17021-1:2019.
• Certified in Auditing Management System Standards as a Lead/Internal Auditor – ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 9001:2015, ISO 17020
• Legal liability & compliance– Occupational Health and Safety
• Environmental Legislation
• GHS/ Dangerous goods.

Reporting structure:
This position reports to the Risk & Compliance Specialist.

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: 14 August 2024
CV’s to be sent to: careers@ncp.co.za
Recruitment for this position will be conducted with the intention progressing our Employment Equity policy, targets, and objectives. The Company reserves the right not to fill this position

Division: Learning & Development

Reference Number: INSTCE-08-24

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.

Key performance area
•Chemical plant safety exposure
•Conduct lab analysis
•Conduct engineering calculations
•Plant operations and related modules
•Report writing

Knowledge / skills/ Competencies
•Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
•Good interpersonal skills
•Attention to detail.
•Planning and organizing 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 certified copies of all qualifications referred to on your application form and CV, are submitted.
•Applications can be handed in at the HR offices
•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 August 2024
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.