Job Description

Sasol is a global integrated chemicals and energy company with a 75-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 Requisition ID

13263

Closing Date

13 October 2026

OME

MSA: Energy Marketing & Sales

Location

Alrode

Purpose of Job

The Fleet Maintenance Operator supports the Fleet Maintenance Team by executing maintenance, inspection, repair, and compliance activities on Dangerous Goods (DG) vehicles, road tankers, trailers, ancillary equipment, and fleet support systems. The role ensures the safe, reliable, and legally compliant operation of the fleet through adherence to maintenance standards, transport legislation, fleet management processes, and safety requirements. The incumbent contributes to fleet availability, operational reliability, asset integrity, and continuous improvement while maintaining compliance with company procedures, legal requirements, and Enablon reporting standards.

Key Accountabilities

• Apply and maintain safety standards in the working environment, with specific focus on Dangerous Goods vehicles and transport operations.
• Participate in daily toolbox talks, safety meetings, and work planning discussions.
• Carry out work according to approved maintenance plans and schedules.
• Provide feedback to supervisors on work progress, identified defects, and maintenance requirements.
• Support preventative and corrective maintenance activities on vehicles, trailers, tankers, and associated fleet equipment.
• Conduct routine vehicle, trailer, and equipment inspections to identify defects and support fleet reliability.
• Identify faults and report abnormalities to ensure safe and reliable fleet operations.
• Participate in root cause analyses and provide input relating to equipment failures and recurring defects.
• Ensure maintenance activities comply with company procedures, transport regulations, and safety requirements.
• Maintain good housekeeping standards in workshops, depots, maintenance facilities, and work areas.
• Assist in ensuring maintenance records, inspection findings, and work feedback are accurately captured.
• Conduct Enablon inspections and report safety observations, incidents, hazards, and near misses.
• Attend training courses and development programmes in accordance with the training matrix.
• Identify personal training and development needs and incorporate them into PDP discussions with the supervisor in support of career progression.
• Support fleet availability and operational reliability by completing assigned tasks within agreed deadlines.
• Participate in vehicle safety inspections, compliance audits, and fleet improvement initiatives.
• Support the management of critical spares, tools, and maintenance materials within the work area.
• Attend and participate in PDAs, RCAs, and continuous improvement activities to improve fleet safety, compliance, and reliability.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities within the own area of responsibility.

Formal Education

To be considered for this discipline you need :

• a completed National Senior Certificate
• • Technical Mathematics or Mathematics SG/HG
• • English/Business English SG/HG
• • Physical Science SG/HG

OR

• A full N3 certificate with Mathematics, Engineering Science, Business English

AND

• NQFL 3 Mechanical occupational qualification(Must)

Driving requirements

• Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP).
• Dangerous Goods Driver Certification

Experience Required

0-2 years experience required

Required Personal and Professional Skills

BC_Communicates Effectively

BC_Manages Complexity

TC_Analyse Alternatives and Recommend Solutions

TC_Troubleshoots Technical Issues

TC_Equipment Utilisation

BC_Decision Quality

BC_Action Oriented

TC_Planning and Organisation

BC_Ensures Accountability

TC_Engineering Implementation

Sasol 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.