Job Description
Sasol is a worldwide integrated chemicals and energy enterprise with a legacy spanning 75 years. Leveraging our skilled workforce, we apply our knowledge and selected technologies to safely and sustainably procure, produce, and distribute chemical and energy products on a global scale. By joining Team Sasol, you become part of a company that prioritizes people in all our endeavors.
Sasol is dedicated to the professional growth of its employees at every step of their career journey and provides development opportunities to help you enhance your career within a culture that values diversity and inclusion.
Job Requisition ID: 11690
Closing Date: 27 March 2026
OME
MRS: Mining
Location: Secunda, Mpumalanga
Purpose of Job
To reach specified performance objectives in the section by enhancing operator capabilities and organizing, planning, and controlling daily mining operations.
Key Accountabilities
- Oversee crew to achieve production goals.
- Manage safety, health, and environmental concerns within the section.
- Ensure crew members possess the necessary competencies.
- Exhibit a persistent commitment to improvement.
- Serve as Relieving Shift Boss when required.
- Handle more intricate mining operations.
- Assess training and development needs for crew members.
- Ensure the availability of sufficient materials in the section.
- Input data into SAP while acting as Shift Boss.
- Represent the Shift Boss at Operational Excellence meetings and share knowledge of OE reports with fellow Miners and Artisans.
- Take appropriate actions to safeguard the health and safety of employees under your supervision in the section.
- Supervise the safe transportation of the team to and from the section.
- Conduct pre-shift and post-shift inspections.
- Perform mandatory inspections, such as gas and ventilation tests.
- Complete required statutory reports.
- Execute risk assessments.
- Carry out task observations.
- Conduct at least one rescue drill each month with the team to prepare for rescue scenarios and following every section move.
- Maintain cleanliness and order within the section.
- Ensure the team correctly utilizes PPE and hand tools.
- Perform fire patrols as needed.
- Ensure operators comply with Standard Operating Procedures and Codes of Practice.
- Lead performance meetings with crew members.
- Monitor crew attendance.
- Submit precise and completely filled section reports punctually.
- Keep accurate records of operators (e.g., valid licenses).
- Request necessary mining materials and resources for the section.
- Guarantee the availability of adequate materials in the section.
- Enter data into SAP (e.g., time and attendance, placing orders PTP when acting as relieving Shift Boss).
- Represent the Shift Boss in Operational Excellence meetings.
- Share insights from Operational Excellence reports with other Miners and Artisans.
- Manage the pillar extraction section (if applicable).
- Step in as relieving Shift Boss when necessary.
- Adhere to compliance measures evaluated by audits and manager checks.
- Address any findings from audit results.
- Ensure work is completed as planned.
- Minimize waste and production disruptions due to resource availability.
- Fulfill NQF standards and training matrix requirements.
- Take responsibility for personal training and development needs.
- Exhibit self-discipline by adhering to legal and other obligations.
- Meet people development targets for the shift (KPIs and personal development plans).
- Coach operators within the section.
- Ensure all coaching and training is comprehended and applied by operators.
- Identify training and development needs for the team and address them in collaboration with other stakeholders.
- Provide prompt and constructive feedback to team members regarding their performance and tackle any non-compliance issues.
- Understand mine requirements and ensure that products/services align with those needs.
- Effectively network and liaise with technical, engineering, and financial departments.
- Ensure a smooth transition of work from your shift to the subsequent shift.
- Implement new ideas and work methods to enhance results.
- Provide information and assist with projects involving technical or support functions.
- Support the execution of organizational change initiatives within your team.
Formal Education
- National Senior Certificate with Mathematics
- Occupational Trade Certificate (Blasting Certificate - Fiery Mines)
Working Experience
- Experience: 4+ relevant years
Required Personal and Professional Skills
- BC_Collaborates
- BC_Courage
- TC_Verbal Communication
- TC_Troubleshoots Technical Issues
- TC_SHE Policies, Procedures, and Standards
- BC_Decision Quality
- BC_Drives Results
- TC_Risk Management
- TC_Mining Equipment Efficiency
- BC_Ensures Accountability
Sasol is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Driven by our purpose of "Innovating for a better world," Sasol recognizes that diversity is fundamental to our organizational fabric and is essential to our growth and success. Sasol is committed to the complete inclusion of all qualified individuals. Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups and individuals with disabilities in accordance with Sasol’s Employment Equity Plan. This includes reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Our automated process is designed to efficiently evaluate a high volume of applications. If you do not hear from us within 60 days of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application unsuccessful. We appreciate your interest in Sasol as your employer of choice, and we wish you the best in your career aspirations and future applications with us.
Required Qualifications
Diploma