Dangerous Goods Advisor and Transport Sustainability

Secunda, Mpumalanga
Permanent
Full-time

6 hours ago

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 ID9413Closing Date17 September 2025OMEMRS: Risk & SHELocationSecundaPurpose of JobTo ensuring compliance with national and international regulations related to the transport of dangerous goods by road, rail, air, or sea. To provides expert guidance on classification, packaging, labelling, documentation, and emergency response procedures.Key Accountabilities

Monitor, interpret, and ensure compliance with ADR, IATA, IMDG and the NRTA.

Liaise with regulatory authorities and industry bodies to ensure alignment.

Conduct DG training sessions on handling, and transporting dangerous goods.

Ensure correct classifications of all DG's on site (ADR). Support SDS authors with section 14 classifications and reviews.

Take the lead to conduct route risk assessments on site for dangerous goods together with road traffic and EMS.

Advise operations on safer handling procedures for dangerous goods.

Create and maintain transport emergency cards (Trecards) for all DG products on site.

Maintain accurate records of DG incidents.

Investigate DG (transport) related incidents on site.

Participate in on site transport risk assessments providing expert support (preventive and corrective controls advise).

Monthly DG reporting and trending (performance based).

Provide DG requirements during transporter contracting process.

Conduct monthly second level assurance assessments.

Participate in onsite and off-site transport emergency response exercises.

Recommend improvements to site procedures to ensure continues transporter and safe handling of DG on site.

Stakeholder Management:

Represent the company in external forums, working groups, and regulatory consultations.

Communicate complex regulatory and safety information clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.

Collaborate with internal teams stakeholders to ensure regulatory and safety alignment.

Participate in Sasol technical forums representing SO operations and hosted entities.

Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor's or Hon/Master's degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Occupational Hygiene, or related field.

6years of experience in related field

In-depth knowledge of Dangerous Goods

DG certification will be an advantage

Competencies:

Regulatory Knowledge: Interpretation of national and international transport (DG) legislation (ADR, IATA, IMDG and NRTA)

Classification skills: Ability to classify dangerous goods base on hazard type and severity

Organizational Skills: Managing multiple initiatives simultaneously and keeping track of deadlines.

Communication Skills: Interacting with technical, regulatory bodies, and internal departments to gather necessary information and provide updates.

Technical Proficiency: Ability to read and interpret technical and regulatory requirements.

Stakeholder Relationships: Assisting stakeholders in compliance with regulatory requirements for Secunda product portfolio (Final products, waste and intermediate products)

Problem Solving: Resolving any issues or discrepancies with regulatory and technical requirements or interpretations.

Time Management: Prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively to meet deadlines.

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.

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