Senior Explosive Plant Operator Gr 2 (Caps Plant) x4 at Sasol

Bronkhorstspruit, Gauteng, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Assembly, Quality Checks, Stock Counting, Sampling, General Housekeeping, Measurements, Equipment Adjustment, Handling Explosives, Maintenance, Process Safety, Environmental Awareness, Decision Quality, Accountability, Complexity Management, Planning, Equipment Utilization

Industry

Chemical Manufacturing

Description

Sasol is a global integrated chemicals and energy company with a 70-year heritage. Through our talented people, we use our expertise and selected technologies to safely and sustainably source, manufacture and market chemical and energy products globally. When you join Team Sasol, you are joining a company that puts people at the center of everything we do. Sasol invests in its employees along every stage of the career path and offers development opportunities to help you cultivate your career in a culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. Job Req ID 9805Closing Date 01 October 2025OME OPP: Regional Ops & Asset ServicesLocation EkandustriaPurpose of Job The manual assembly of non-electric delay detonators.Key Accountabilities Assemble different products according to the specifications on the lot traveller. Competency required on all the different assembly machines (shell loader, PETN charger and press, Lead Azide charger and press, Element press, pack out press, Iso cup plating and Packer, DIB press, Delay plating, CD transferring and inspection). Do quality checks on assembled products to ensure that all units meet specified customer requirements. Do a stock count of all the raw material in the production area. Sampling of debts for time testing and x-ray verification. General Housekeeping inside the plant. Do measurements of specifications using relevant measuring tools and capture information on the lot traveller. Adjust the settings of the equipment/machine according to the specific product specifications as indicated on the lot traveller. Handling of live Lead Azide and PETN when loading and unloading at machines. Ensure that equipment and machines are clean and free of any pyrotechnic powder and explosives before scheduled maintenance (bi-weekly). Removing and replacing PETN press, CD press, Element press and inspection pins during maintenance. Removing and replacing of CD insertion and LA press pins daily. Handling of graphite when preparing charge plates to be used in production. Additional: Must be able to work full shifts and overtime.Formal Education Grade 12 or Equivalent with Maths & ScienceWorking Experience 12+ months experience in Explosives Manufacturing Plant specific experience (Caps Plant) will be an added advantage Required Personal and Professional Skills BC_Optimizes Work ProcessesTC_Process Safety / EnvironmentalBC_Manages ComplexityBC_Plans and AlignsTC_Equipment UtilisationTC_Project Strategy Creation & AlignmentBC_Decision QualityTC_Critical Safety Equipment SHETC_Facilities Design and ArrangementBC_Ensures AccountabilitySasol is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Inspired by our Purpose of “Innovating for a better world”, Sasol acknowledges that diversity is intrinsic to the fabric of our organisation and is the key to our growth and success. Sasol is committed to the full inclusion of all suitably qualified individuals. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups and people with disabilities according to Sasol’s Employment Equity Plan. This includes reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Our automated process is designed to efficiently assess a large volume of applications. Should you not hear from us within 60 days of the advert closing then kindly consider your application unsuccessful. Thank you once-more for your interest in Sasol as your employer of choice, and we wish you all the best with your career aspirations and future applications with us.

Responsibilities

The Senior Explosive Plant Operator is responsible for the manual assembly of non-electric delay detonators and ensuring that all products meet specified customer requirements. This includes operating various assembly machines, conducting quality checks, and maintaining a clean and safe working environment.