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Division: Production (Brine Section)

Reference Number: PCB-03-24

Grade: PG11

Purpose of the job
The Process Controller Brine reports to the Brine and Utilities Shift Supervisor and is responsible for
continuous cost effective operation of the plants (Chemical make-up, Secondary brine, Brine
purification, Process Plant, Nano filtration, Brine control room/ DCS) which transforms raw materials
to a final product with the purpose of maintaining all laid-down parameters and efficiencies in
accordance with manufacturing process.
Brine process controller is responsible to ensure adherence to routine process activities (sampling,
data recording, housekeeping, plant inspections including plant start up and shutdown) and reports
any deviations to senior Control Room operator or shift Supervisor.
Key performance area

• Responsible for monitoring the plant and equipment whilst in operations
• Use of troubleshooting capabilities to solve process specific problems
• Uses process knowledge and abilities to achieve improved plant performance
• Frequent analysis of the production process and its output and take corrective action for
  any deviation
• Ensure that the all data is recorded correctly and timeously on Moodi.
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• Cost effective use of raw material
• Reporting of all defects during continuous supervision of the production and emergency
  units
• Taking samples and analysis in the plant laboratory.
• Operates the plant according to the production plan.
• Operates the plant according to SOP.
• Compile relevant area shift report during and at the end of shift.
• Conduct basic fault-finding and problem solving.
• Able to operate a Forklift.
• Reduce waste and off spec product
• Prevents uneconomical maintenance work by initiating work requests
• Plant inspections and housekeeping
• Ensure the quality of the final product is within the required customer specifications
• Conduct weekly pump rotation/ swaps to ensure availability of standby equipment
• Responsible for safe making of equipment prior to maintenance Ensure that work permits
  are generated correctly.
• Participate in Incidents/Accidents investigation, HAZOP.
• During emergency situation, evaluate the abnormalities and take corrective action as to
  avoid downtime ,equipment damage and /or SHERQ incidents.
• Ensure SOP’s are understood, adhered to and assist with SOP’s review when required.
• Ensure compliance to quality objectives and targets
• Ensure compliance to standard operating procedures
• Ensure quality incidents are reported on time
• Be involved in Plant Shutdown activities.
• Responsible for cleaning or ensuring of plant and/or equipment is cleaned and safe.
• Carry out all lawful and reasonable instructions given
• Help with other tasks in the plant as may be necessary and for which the incumbent is
  capable of performing.
  Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
• Understanding of legislative and regulatory frameworks within area of work.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001, 9001, OHSAS 18001.
• Be able to work independently
• Ability to work under pressure
• Computer literate
• Work permit systems
• Plant and process knowledge.
• Good planning and organizing skills.
• Understanding NCP life-saving rules.
  Experience
• 2 – 3 years working in a chemical manufacturing environment.
  Qualifications:
• Grade 12 with Math’s, Science, English.
• NQF Level 2 : Chemical Operations.
• National Diploma in Chemical Engineering. (desirable)

Reporting structure:
This position reports to the Production Supervisor.

Personal Circumstances:

• Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre.
• Will be required to work shifts.
  Other requirements:
  Please ensure:
• That the application form is fully completed and attached with your CV.
• That the reference number and/or position name of this advertisement is quoted on your
  application form.
• That recently certified copies of all qualifications referred to on your application form and cv,
  are submitted.
• Applications can be handed in at the HR offices on or before the closing date.
• Only applications that are submitted to HR directly will be considered.

External Applicants:
Please attach a copy of your most recent payslip. We regret we cannot consider any applications
received without this information.
Failure to comply with the above requirements will result in your application being disqualified.
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply, should the applicant be successful the incumbent
will be reasonably accommodated depending on the inherent requirements of the job.
All applicants are thanked in advance for showing interest however correspondences will only be
entered into with the shortlisted candidates.

Closing date: 28 March 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: INSTEE-03-24

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

• MCC/Plant safety exposure
• Maintenance exposure
• Conduct engineering calculations
• Report writing
  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 Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current) 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: 22 March 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 (Electrical)

Reference Number: LBA-03-24

Grade: D1

Purpose of the job
The position is responsible for all administrative functions within a department, while obtaining a NQF4
Business administration qualification.
Key performance area

• Provide general administrative support (Typing, filing, copying, etc.)
• Record keeping
• Data capturing
• Front desk and Telephone
• Diary management
• Arranging, scheduling and co-ordination of meetings/interventions
  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 (English)
• Time management
  Experience
• 1 – 2 years general office administration or Customer Service experience
  Qualifications:
• Matric
  Personal Circumstances:
• Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre

Other requirements:
Please ensure:

• That the application form is fully completed and attached with your CV.
• That the reference number and/or position name of this advertisement is quoted on your
  application form.
• That recently certified copies of all qualifications referred to on your application form and cv,
  are submitted.
• Applications can be handed in at the HR offices (Head Office) or sent electronically on or before
  the closing date.
• Only applications that are submitted to HR directly will be considered.
  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: 19 March 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 (Electrical)

Reference Number: REE-03-24

Grade: D1

Purpose of the job

1. The Reliability Engineer reports to the Electrical Manager and has the primary
   responsibilities to:

• 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 E&I training and technical coaching as needed.
• 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) with
  more focus on the requirements of the SANS 10142 Part 1 and Part 2.
• 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.
• 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.

• 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.
• The responsibilities above mentioned shall be conducted in compliance with the
  Occupational Health and Safety Act No.85 of 1993.

Key performance area

1. Review.

• 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.
• 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.
• Initiate improvements of critical equipment and/or critical processes to improve
  equipment reliability and availability.
• Improve measurements, system architect, inspection schedules and Process Control
  System to achieve more than 85% Plant Availability.
• Identify and implement Electrical training (on-job and outsourced training) and
  technical coaching as needed.
  •
• Review/Assess and identify opportunities to improve the electrical grading,
  protection, power quality and metering of the electrical network.

1. Develop, Design, Lead.

• Develop the preventative maintenance strategies following the Reliability Centered
  Maintenance (RCM) approach in collaboration with the Reliability Engineering
  personnel.
  •
• Develop and implement improve the stability of the electrical network as per the best
  engineering practice standards including the interfacing between the electrical and
  instrumentation installations.
• Develop the Electrical standards and procedures in line with the OSH and relevant
  standards (i.e., SANS, IEC) with more focus on the requirements of the SANS 10142
  Part 1 and Part 2.
• 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.
• Lead the replacement program for the transformers with transformer that utilizes
  non-PCB insulation medium.
• 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., transformer and cables)
  and lead the corrective program to ensure electrical network availability.
• Develop Service Level Agreements with contractors to support the Reliability
  Centered Maintenance (RCM) in the plants.

1. Manage

• Manage Electrical projects (i.e., maintenance/small projects) including the CAPEX
  processes related to the project(s).
• Participate in 5S continuously, implement standards and enforce 5S standards.
  •
• Enforce good practices concerning housekeeping
• Enforce execution of Risk Assessments and audit plants to ensure zero injuries of
  personnel (including contractors in your control)
• Initiate, support initiative, and implement energy efficiency and renewable energy
  solutions throughout the NCP Chlorchem site.
• Manage the process change from the reactive maintenance to preventative and
  predictive maintenance.
• 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.

1. Measure

• 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.
• Enforce continuous improvement equipment reliability, equipment availability, and
  compliance to statutory and company standards and procedures.
• Identify and improve condition-based monitoring system and implement maintenance
  strategies to improve the operations to achieve an average production of 65kA
• 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.
• Continually assess the spare management process, initiate improvements and/or
  acquiring of critical spare equipment to improve equipment reliability and availability.
• SHERQ Responsibilities

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Technical knowledge demonstrated and learnt in the electrical installations in the chemical
  processing plants.
• Extensive knowledge of ISO 14001, 45001, 9001
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety and Area Classification Standards
• SHERQ Training course
• Safety Work Permit training
• Knowledge of mechanical and process operations (i.e., refrigeration system)
• Computer Literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point)
• Digilex
• Experience in Programming of Siemens Software, ABB Software SCADA, Protection relays,
  Metering relays and VSD
• Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems
• Value driven
• Attention to details
• Be able to do basic problem solving and decision making and analysis
• Ability to work under pressure
  Experience
  •
• 5 to 10 years’ experience with 3 years handling maintenance projects.
• Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Extensive knowledge of the Area Classification.
• Experience in Programming of Siemens Software, ABB Software, SCADA, Protection relays,
  Metering relays and VSD
  Qualifications:
• Matric
• BTech or BSc in Electrical Engineering)
• GCC for Factories (Advantage).

Reporting structure:
This position reports to the Electrical 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: 18 March 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: Production

Reference Number: MHCP-02-24

Grade: PG13

Purpose of the job
The position is mainly responsible for generating completed, accurate traceable records of order and
the fulfilment of sequence of activities accomplished as the team, resulting in safely filled and
despatched chlorine drums and cylinders while adhering to SHERQ principles.
Key performance area

• Receiving of empty drums and cylinders.
• Venting/snifting of drums and cylinders.
• Valve removal.
• Purging, washing, drying and valve installation.
• Filling of drums and cylinders with liquid chlorine.
• Despatching of chlorine drums and cylinders.
• Do daily stock taking.
• Ensure all relevant checklists are completed.
• Adherence to all SHERQ principles.
  SHERQ Responsibilities
• Related SHERQ responsibilities

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Computer literacy
• Basic knowledge of equipment used.
• Knowledge of safe operational procedures
• Attention to Detail
• Willingness to learn.
• Planning and organising
• Knowledge and understanding of unit processes and consequences of non-compliance.
• Understanding of MSDS
  Experience
• Experience in a Chemical/Manufacturing environment

Qualifications:

• Matric with Mathematics and Physical Science
• Valid Forklift and Overhead Crane license (Advantageous)
  Reporting structure:
  This position reports to the Logistics Activity Coordinator

Personal Circumstances:

• Must be able to obtain a satisfactory medical report from the companies’ medical centre.
• May be required to be on Standby.
  Other requirements:
  Please ensure:
• That the application form is fully completed and attached with your CV.
• That the reference number and/or position name of this advertisement is quoted on your
  application form.
• That recently certified copies of all qualifications referred to on your application form and cv,
  are submitted.
• Applications can be handed in at the HR offices 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: 05 March 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: Procurement

Reference Number: SS-02-24

Grade: C4

Purpose of the job
The Stores Supervisor reports to the Procurement Manager and will be responsible for warehouse &
inventory management in the Raw Materials and Engineering Stores.The incumbent will be
responsible for the flow of all Raw Materials, Packaging and Engineering spares.
The Stores Supervisor responsibilities include managing a diverse group of Stores professionals,
supporting the implementation of procurement strategies aligned with business and functional
strategies.
Key performance area

1. Responsible for the efficient control of the Engineering & Raw Material Stores

• Manage & control all activities related to stock flowing in and out of the engineering & raw material stores.
• Responsible for the management and control of inventory accuracy
• Responsible for the layout of the stores & to ensure it adheres to NCP’s safety protocols and overall
  compliance with health, hygiene, and security standards within the warehouse
• Provide assistance to the Procurement manager to identify & controlling of all risks associated with
  managing inventory
• Ensure Material Master and bin master is maintained, updated, and actioned as required
• Take ownership of material master data: identify, plan and execute routine master data cleaning
• Control, quarantined and damaged stock, this includes inspections, scrapping processes, etc. physically
  and on system
• Take ownership of slow-moving stock: identify, plan and suggest initiatives to remove the slow-moving
  stock
• Plan and implement cycle count weekly on SAP
• Manage & control all Variances investigations, Stock adjustments, Stock transfers & Stock queries
• Maintain accurate record of inventory and stock management systems according to set standards
• Analyze inventory trends and opportunities for product reuse
• Supervise the maintenance of a warehouse/storeroom and ensure proper arrangement of stock
• Optimize inventory control procedures
• Perform month end stock count for the raw materials and packaging
• Adherence to HSE compliance and responsibilities
• Ensure that the safety policy & procedures specific to the stores are adhered to
• Ensure compliance to policies and procedures
• Drive the Lean Six Sigma initiative to achieve improvement results in your team.
• Plan & manage all overtime & standby rosters.
  2.Manage Engineering and Raw material store personnel
• Responsible for the Engineering and Raw Material stores personnel which includes development,
  discipline, admin, morale, etc.
  3.ERP System
• Responsible for the Materials Requirements Planning on the Erp system.
• Responsible for training requirements on the Erp system for all personnel
  SHERQ Responsibilities
• Related SHERQ responsibilities

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Knowledge of environmental health and safety processes
• Understanding of the Manufacturing industry
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations (e.g. OHS Act and regulations)
• Knowledge of cost implications and business processes
• Knowledge of impact on profitability on an organization
• Knowledge of ISO standards
• Investigating RCI’s, issues and non-conformances
• Auditing processes
• Computer literacy, SAP, Microsoft, JDE
• Proactive problem-solving abilities – use initiative
• Good time management skills – deadline driven
• Quality and results orientated
• Decision making
• Self-motivated, energetic and positive
• Reliable / responsible / dependable / trustworthy
• Team worker
• Able to handle conflict management
• High level of integrity
• Focus on best business practice and ethics
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  Experience
• 5-7 years’ experience in stores Management.
• Experience in Sap or JDE
• Experience with MRP

Qualifications:

• Matric or Grade 12
• Tertiary qualification in Inventory Management, Supply Chain
  Reporting structure:
  This position reports to the Procurement 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: 04 March 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: OHHI-02-24

Duration: 12 Months

Purpose of the job
The Occupational Health & Hygiene Student reports to the Occupational Health & Hygiene Coordinator
and works with a team that includes, but is not limited to, the employee assistance program (EAP)
practitioners, safety professionals, the company’s occupational medical doctor, human resources
personnel, and the occupational health nursing practitioner.
The main role of the Occupational Health & Hygiene personnel is to ensure compliance with national,
provincial, and local laws and regulations in the work environment. The Occupational Health & Hygiene
Student is responsible for assisting the Occupational Health & Hygiene Coordinator in maintaining
Occupational Health &Hygiene systems and programmes and provides his / her immediate supervisor
with information and to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.
Key performance area

1. Ensure adherence to legal compliance through monitoring and reporting.

• Perform monthly self-audits (walk-through) of the site health hygiene actual status focusing
  on correct use of control measures, adherence to legislation.
• Conduct compliance spot checks audits / inspections on the ergonomics of workstations
  and tasks to ensure adherence to legislation.
• Conduct compliance spot checks audits / inspections on the illumination at workstations
  and tasks to ensure adherence to legislation.
• Conduct compliance spot checks audits / inspections on noise exposures at work areas
  capturing noise levels using dosimeters to ensure adherence to legislation.
• Conduct hygiene compliance spot checks audits / inspections at the canteen escalating
  deviations to ensure proper food handling and that staff adhere to acceptable hygiene
  practices in order to maintain food safety and quality.
• Conduct compliance spot checks audits / inspections at the change rooms and escalate
  deviations to facilities management, Occupational Health Manager and Business SHERQ
  Manager to ensure acceptable health hygiene practices on site.
• Report findings and recommend appropriate interventions related to occupational health
  and hygiene.
• Actively participates in all audits, (internal, external, customer, service provider).
• Participate in health risk assessment, identifying and analysing hazards, and assessing
  their effects on workers and the workplace.
• Evaluate recommendations from occupational hygiene survey reports and assist in
  coordinating implementations.

1. General Resources and Medical Centre Management.

• Ensure that the external calibration of equipment is performed according to the schedule
  to ensure the output quality of the equipment is as desired and at par with the industry
  standards.
• Keep calibration certificates and records safely and easily accessible for access when
  needed.
• Conduct daily internal validation and verification on equipment to ensure the output quality
  of the equipment conform with some expected standard.
• Conduct and maintain stock for appropriate personnel protective equipment.
• Provide instructions to the sanitation workers, helpers, etc. for carrying out routine
  sanitation activities at the Medical Centre to ensure health and hygiene compliance.
• Conduct housekeeping self-audits of the Medical Centre in line to hygiene compliance.
  Knowledge / skills/ Competencies
• Understanding of Occupational Health and Safety Act with Regulations.
• Understanding of Noise-Induced Hearing Loss Regulations
• Understanding of Regulations for Hazardous Chemical Substances
• Understanding of Ergonomics Regulations
• Understanding of Facilities Regulations
• Understanding of Regulations for Hazardous Biological Agents
• Understanding of South African Bureau of Standards’ Code of Practice for the Measurement
  and Assessment of Occupational Noise for Hearing Conservation Purposes, SANS
  10083:2004.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Influencing and collaboration skills
• Time management, planning, leading and organizational abilities
• Detail orientated and ability to multitask.
• Capable of working under pressure and within a team.
• Independent, proactive thinking, motivated and have the ability to do own job planning.
• Excellent interpersonal, strong communication and diplomacy skills
• Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Care and demonstrate excellent support.
• High level of integrity and demonstrate compliance with patient confidentiality.
• Judgement, decision making and proactive.
• Networking and collaboration.
• Self-motivated, energetic, and positive
• Good team player yet can also work independently.
• Reliable / responsible / dependable / trustworthy
• Focus on best business practice and ethics.
  Experience
• Previous work integrated Occupational Hygiene experience (advantageous).
  Qualifications:
• Matric
• Basic Principles in Occupational Hygiene
• Occupational Hygiene Assistant (OHA) Qualification; or
• Occupational Hygiene Technologist (OHT) qualification
• Registration with the Southern African Institute of Occupational Hygiene (SAIOH) –
  advantageous.
• Spirometry and Audiometry training (advantageous)
• First aid level 3 (advantageous)

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 to be sent electronically to the email address below on or before the closing date.
• Only applications that are sent to the email below will be considered.
  Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply, should the applicant be successful the incumbent
  will be reasonably accommodated depending on the inherent requirements of the job.
  All applicants are thanked in advance for showing interest however correspondences will only be
  entered into with the shortlisted candidates.
  Closing date: 01 March 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: Process Development

Reference Number: PE-02-24

Grade: D1

Purpose of the job
The Project Engineer is a technical specialist who reports to the Projects Manager and has the
primary responsibilities to:

• Manage and coordinate the execution of small, medium and large engineering projects,
  ensuring adherence to design specifications, safety regulations, and project timelines.
• Manage single discipline and multi-discipline projects to support the operations.
• Ensure effective planning and execution of projects, delivering project closure on time in
  full within the approved budget and to the agreed quality and specifications.
• Develop project budgets, estimates, and financial forecasts in collaboration with project
  stakeholders.
• Monitor project expenses and cash flow and implement cost control measures to ensure
  projects remain within budgets.
• Coordinate with project teams, including engineers, contractors, and suppliers, to ensure
  efficient resource allocation and timely project delivery.
• Liaise with finance and accounting departments to track project expenses, invoices, and
  payments.
• Find opportunities to improve the overall business through low-cost or agile processes.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, including clients, contractors, regulatory bodies, and
  suppliers, to ensure effective communication and seamless project implementation.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to project teams, addressing engineering
  issues, reviewing designs, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and best
  practices.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement risk mitigation strategies to identify and
  manage project risks effectively.
• Ensure health and safety legislation and contractual obligations pertaining to health &
  safety are adhered to throughout the project.
• Participate in HAZOP studies and detailed engineering.
• Ensure compliance with legal and SHERQ requirements in terms of the manufacturing
  process.

The abovementioned activities shall be conducted in compliance with the Occupational Health and
Safety Act, No. 85 of 1993 and all relevant NCP policies and procedures.
This position profile acts as a guide to the role only, and additional work outcomes may be required
to be performed by the incumbent.
Key performance area

1. Project Framing and Alignment:

• Set-up a project team and align team members within parameters of the project frame.
• Ensure framing and alignment is done on every project through kick-off meetings.
• Ensure continuous alignment between all project stakeholders.
• Ensure sign-off on agreed scoping and framing and that records are kept.

1. Project Governance:

• Responsible for application of project governance to include a systematic phased
  approach, phase/gate reviews, funding application process, as well as identified
  deliverables.
• Accountable to ensure project deliverables are complete and officially signed-off.
• Ensure a Management of Change process is followed on all changes introduced within
  the project.

1. Project Scope Management:

• Accountable for project scope management through overseeing/ensuring that the written
  scope statement is in place.
• Accountable for project scope management through participating in and ensuring that the
  project work breakdown structure is developed.
• Manage and control project scope changes. Ensure relevant acceptance and approvals
  to the changes.
• Ensure that each project is adequately resourced to meet the scope.
• Ensure the RFQ and procurement processes are aligned to the scope of the project.

1. Engineering Management:

• Set clear objectives for the Engineering team in terms of the project scope, deliverables,
  and time frames across the project life cycle.
• Monitor engineering activities, inter-disciplinary flow of information and communication.
• Ensure engineering solutions are technically sound, best fit for the business, reviewed
  and formally approved.

1. Project Schedule/Time management:

• Identify, develop, manage and report on the key project milestones.
• Identify and manage project activity dependencies.
• Develop effective project schedules and ensure acceptance and sign-off by relevant
  stakeholders.
• Ensure project schedules are baselined and controlled effectively and that changes are
  formally signed-off.
• Manage schedules against baselines and report on Schedule Performance Index (SPI)
  on a regular basis.

1. Project Cost management:

• Accountable for all project costs through the life of the project.
• Develop and ensure approval of project cost estimates required for capital fund
  applications at different project phases.
• Develop project Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) after fund approvals and ensure the
  WBS elements are costed and baselined.
• Ensure all project resources (including human resources) are accounted for in the project
  costs.
• Manage costs against baselines and report on Cost Performance Index (CPI) on a
  regular basis.
• Ensure accurate cashflow forecasting and adherence to baselined cashflows.
• Ensure proper control and management of cost changes with official sign-off.

1. Contracts and Procurement Management:

• Develop project procurement strategies and include in the capital fund application.
• Ensure that all key and relevant contracts are in place and in line with appropriate project
  management standards (e.g. conformance to NEC contract requirements).
• Provide input to the procurement process such as evaluation criteria, bidders list,
  evaluation and selection of contractors/suppliers.
• Provide input to ensure conformance to requirements of the contract in terms of change
  control, performance control, payment, dispute resolution and close-out.
• Business ethics – Ensure/understand and comply to Corporate ethical and commercial
  practices.

1. Construction Management:

• Set and agree clear objective for the construction management team in terms of
  deliverables and time frames during construction phase.
• Provide input into the construction management plan constructability reviews, shutdown
  planning & readiness reviews and other construction management deliverables.
• Ensure effective SHE management during construction phase and commit to daily and/or
  weekly walk-downs.
• Ensure daily construction records (daily diaries) are completed timeously.
• Ensure effective management of compensation events through the application of early
  warnings and report timeously.

1. Commissioning Management:

• Set clear objectives for commissioning in terms of deliverables and time frames during
  the commissioning phase.
• Provide input into the commissioning management plan, ensuring commissioning
  activities are aligned with start-up and start-up procedures.
• Ensure Request For Commissioning (RFC) is achieved and RFC documentation signed-
  off as planned.

1. Project Hand-Over and Closure:

• Ensure relevant project handover documentation is accepted and signed-off.
• Ensure project capitalization documentation is signed-off.
• Ensure financial project closure is achieved and that project accounts are closed out in
  SAP.

1. General:

• Prepare monthly project reports to reflect costs, cashflows, schedule management,
  project risks and opportunities.
• Participate in and give input into annual budgets and forecasts.
• Develop and communicate project lessons learnt and share with the organization.
• Ensure project risk registers are developed and risks are managed effectively.
• Ensure communication is timeous and recorded.
• Adherence to all SHERQ principles.
  Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
• Experience in executing projects within a project management methodology.
• Experience in working with NEC and/or FIDIC type contracts or similar.
• Demonstrable experience in executing engineering and construction projects.
• Strong proficiency in project costing and finances.
• Strong decision-making abilities.
• Computer literacy in SAP MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Projects).
• Attention to detail.
• Leader and team player.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure
  Experience
• 6-10 years in project management.
• Experience in a chemical manufacturing, petrochemical or related industry.
• Experience with project management scheduling software, such as Microsoft Project or
  Primavera P6.
• Sound understanding and experience with NEC and FIDIC type contracts.
  Qualifications:
• BSc, BEng or BTech in engineering.
• Project management qualification/certification.
• Professional Project Management Registration (advantageous).

Reporting structure:
This position reports to the Projects 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: 27 February 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: CEI-02-24

Duration: 12 Months

Purpose of the job
The GRC Enablement department has a vacancy for a GRC Associate position due to the GRC
Technical Associate position becoming vacant. The proposal is thus to hire a chemical engineering
intern to fulfil this position.
Key performance area

• Participates in all internal and external audits, (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 17020, NSF, RC,
  PSM, Technical, Customer and EHS Legal Compliance) and other GRC related audits as and
  when required.
• Follow up on actions arising from ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 17020, NSF, RC, PSM, EHS Legal,
  Technical and Customer Audits as per requirement from the GRC Systems and Technical
  Practitioner.
• Follow up on actions arising from Responsible Care annual self-assessments conducted by
  Code of Management Practice, (CMP) owners.
• Support the GRC Systems Practitioner to co-ordinate the NSF annual sampling process.
• Support the GRC Technical Practitioner to gather data for CAIA KPI annual submission.
• Support the GRC Enablement Team to ensure that the latest GRC ISO, NSF, PSM and RC
  related documents are on Ariscu.
• Support the GRC Systems Practitioner & Technical Practitioner to gather evidence for
  verification of findings from external ISO, NSF, PSM, RC, EHS Legal Compliance and
  Customer audits.
• Support the GRC Systems Practitioner & Technical Practitioner in preparation of ISO, NSF,
  PSM, RC, EHS Legal Compliance, Supplier/Service Provider and Customer based audits.
• Supports the GRC Technical and Systems Practitioner in ensuring internal and external audits
  are scheduled as per the audit schedule and any changes thereto are maintained and
  communicated.
• Participates in review of GRC ISO, NSF, PSM and RC documentation.
• Support the GRC Systems Administrator to ensure that the SABS subscription is updated
  annually and remains current.
• Follows up on the Risk Mitigation and Compliance Mitigation Actions as documented on the
  risk register and compliance universe per department in support of the Risk & Compliance
  Specialist.
• Conducts audits on EDMS with the support of the GRC Systems Administrator, (inclusive of
  Document Manager, NC Manager, Task Manager, Checklist Manager) to ensure all
  documents/processes are carried out as per requirements of the Document Control Procedure
  and the relevant process procedures.
• Assists and supports GRC Technical and GRC Systems Practitioner with monthly and
  quarterly reports as and where required.
• Supports the Risk & Compliance Specialist with monthly and quarterly reports as and where
  required.
  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
• 0 – 1 years’ experience.
  Qualifications:
• Matric.
• National Diploma/Degree in Chemical Engineering.
  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 to be sent electronically to the email address below on or before the closing date.
• Only applications that are sent to the email below will be considered.
  Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply, should the applicant be successful the incumbent
  will be reasonably accommodated depending on the inherent requirements of the job.
  All applicants are thanked in advance for showing interest however correspondences will only be
  entered into with the shortlisted candidates.
  Closing date: 08 February 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: INSTEE-01-24

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

• MCC/Plant safety exposure
• Maintenance exposure
• Conduct engineering calculations
• Report writing
  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 Electrical 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: 06 February 2024
  CV’s to be sent to careers@ncp.co.za
  Recruitment for this position will be conducted with the intention progressing our Employment