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Gas Producer Helper

Gas Producer Helper

Sappi Southern Africa
Country:  South Africa
City:  Ngodwana
Location:  Mill Ngodwana
Division:  Utilities
Posting date:  8 Sept 2026
Closing date:  22 Sep 2026

We are hiring!

At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.

 

We’re on the lookout for a Gas Producer Helper to ensure all outside equipment and processes are fully utilized and functional. Assist GP Process Operator and ensure safe execution of outside activities.

 

As a Gas Producer Helper, you will be responsible for:

  • Perform daily plant inspections and identify and report abnormal or emergency plant conditions to the Gas Plant Process Operator/Process Controller or Shift Superintendent.
  • Assist with plant start-up, shutdown and standby activities as instructed by the Gas Plant Process Operator/Process Controller.
  • Check auxiliary equipment and plant operating areas once per shift to identify abnormalities and ensure equipment is operating correctly.
  • Assist with ash dips and drain dust cyclones as required during each shift to support effective plant operation.
  • Assist with clearing blockages on coal feeders, coal fines chutes and ash pan chutes to maintain continuous plant operation.
  • Inspect for foreign material while bunking and monitor coal handling areas for potential operational issues.
  • Maintain good housekeeping and 5S standards by cleaning spillages, bunker screen floors, ash pan areas, conveyors and other areas within the plant.
  • Adhere to all SHEQ requirements, including identifying and managing risks, following safety procedures and BBS practices, reporting incidents, and assisting with safe plant isolation and work permits.

 

What are we looking for?

  • Matric (Grade 12) with Maths & Physical Science or N3 in Pulp and Paper.
  • National Diploma in Pulp and Paper/Chemical Engineering or related fields will be advantageous.
  • Minimum of 0-3 months experience within a production or Pulp and Paper environment / or similar.
  • Relevant plant licence.

 

What’s in it for you?

 

  • Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence.
  • Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi.
  • Opportunities to travel.
  • Market leading leave benefits.
  • Employee wellbeing benefits.

We are hiring!

At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.

 

We’re on the lookout for a Gas Producer Helper to ensure all outside equipment and processes are fully utilized and functional. Assist GP Process Operator and ensure safe execution of outside activities.

 

As a Gas Producer Helper, you will be responsible for:

  • Perform daily plant inspections and identify and report abnormal or emergency plant conditions to the Gas Plant Process Operator/Process Controller or Shift Superintendent.
  • Assist with plant start-up, shutdown and standby activities as instructed by the Gas Plant Process Operator/Process Controller.
  • Check auxiliary equipment and plant operating areas once per shift to identify abnormalities and ensure equipment is operating correctly.
  • Assist with ash dips and drain dust cyclones as required during each shift to support effective plant operation.
  • Assist with clearing blockages on coal feeders, coal fines chutes and ash pan chutes to maintain continuous plant operation.
  • Inspect for foreign material while bunking and monitor coal handling areas for potential operational issues.
  • Maintain good housekeeping and 5S standards by cleaning spillages, bunker screen floors, ash pan areas, conveyors and other areas within the plant.
  • Adhere to all SHEQ requirements, including identifying and managing risks, following safety procedures and BBS practices, reporting incidents, and assisting with safe plant isolation and work permits.

 

What are we looking for?

  • Matric (Grade 12) with Maths & Physical Science or N3 in Pulp and Paper.
  • National Diploma in Pulp and Paper/Chemical Engineering or related fields will be advantageous.
  • Minimum of 0-3 months experience within a production or Pulp and Paper environment / or similar.
  • Relevant plant licence.

 

What’s in it for you?

 

  • Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence.
  • Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi.
  • Opportunities to travel.
  • Market leading leave benefits.
  • Employee wellbeing benefits.

Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. At Sappi, we encourage and support vaccination.

Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. At Sappi, we encourage and support vaccination.

ABOUT SAPPI

Sappi is a leading global provider of everyday materials made from woodfibre-based renewable resources. As a diversified, innovative and trusted leader focused on sustainable processes and products, we are building a more circular economy by making what we should, not just what we can.

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