Jobs at Astron Energy (Pty) Ltd.

Job Description

• Reporting to the Mechanical Workshop Coordinator, the Rotating Fitter team is accountable for safely executing repairs to all Refinery mechanical assets, whilst meeting the highest industry standards through following the Astron energy procedures and manufacturers specification. Work is carried out in such a way as to meet the scheduling, quality and safety requirements related to the refinery rotating equipment. We would ideally like to find a Senior Fitter who has 6 + years experience in Rotating Equipment Maintenance in Petro-Chemical Plant.
• Accountable for safely executing repairs to all Refinery mechanical assets, whilst meeting the highest industry standards through following the Astron energy procedures and manufacturers specification. Work is carried out in such a way as to meet the scheduling, quality and safety requirements related to the refinery rotating equipment,

The equipment includes:

• Centrifugal pumps (end suction, split casing, double suction
• Multistage pumps and High Head low flow.
• Steam turbines (Terry, Elliott, Coppus).
• Reciprocating compressors (Peter Brotherhood, Ingersoll-Rand, Nouvo Pignone).
• Positive Displacement Pumps (Reciprocating pumps, gearboxes, tank mixes, Diaphragm Pumps).
• Gear Pumps.

Specific Knowledge

• Assembly of precision components
• In-depth knowledge on types of bearings handling and installation.
• Knowledge on mechanical seals and seal flush plans.
• Read, comprehend and interpret general arrangement drawings of rotating equipment, understand technical terminology and developments and know how to apply a technical skill or procedure.
• Support to bring rotating equipment online.
• Competent use of specialized equipment- but not restricted to - Laser alignment equipment, balancing machines, hydraulic torqueing equipment and PSV (Pressure Safety Valves) integrity testing equipment.

Duties

• Repairs are carried out as per QCP and documented on equipment history file.
• 4-Senses (Look, Listen, Feel, Smell) of equipment as part of equipment surveys
• Carry out standby duties and shift work when required.
• Responsible for the application of systematic tools and methods to identify the root cause of mechanical equipment failures.
• Basic troubleshooting and fault finding.
• Conducts 5 WHY investigations in order to determine appropriate corrective actions.
• Takes ownership of the repair process to ensure optimized schedule attainment.
• Communicates progress timeously to immediate supervisor and operations supervisor.
• Follows and promotes safe work practices. This includes conducting safety observations, permit audits, plant walkabouts and relevant LPS (Loss Prevention System) processes.
• Supervises Astron Energy employees and contractor work teams when assigned. Demonstrates strong teamwork skills to optimize performance.
• Coach and mentor learners and less experienced co-workers.

Professional Qualification and Certifications:  

• Minimum N3 Fitter Trade Test (Red Seal)
• Work Experience: Minimum 3 - 5 years’ maintenance experience in Petrochemical Environment  (Preference toward 6 + years' Rotating Equipment experience)
• Code 8 driver`s license
• Knowledge and skills: Flange Management, Basic Rigging, Single and multistage centrifugal pumps, turbines, reciprocating compressors and gearbox.  Handling and transportation of sensitive equipment.
• Strictly adhering to QCP’s (Wish)
• Developing and work according to a risk assessed method statements.

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Financial Perspective

Financial Reporting: 

• Calculate and record current and deferred income tax provisions and disclosures.
• Manage and maintain records of taxable income and tax payments.
• Prepare, calculate, and submit reports for monthly management reporting.
• Prepare analysis and forecasts of taxable earnings and future tax payments.

Tax Planning: 

• Developing and implementing tax strategies to optimize the company's tax position and minimize tax liabilities while remaining compliant with all tax laws.
• Staying updated on changes in tax laws and regulations.
• Conducting research on tax laws and regulations to identify opportunities for tax savings.

Audit Support:

• Serving as the primary point of contact for tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities.
• Manage and defend the companies against tax audit adjustments from Revenue Authorities.
• Coordinating responses to audit requests and representing the company in discussions with auditors.
• Liaising with external auditors providing documentation and explanations as necessary.

Customer Perspective

• Providing guidance to management and other internal stakeholders on the tax implications of business decisions.
• Participate as a team member on the SAPIA Indirect Tax forum and represent the views of the company

Internal Processes

Tax Risk Management: 

• Identifying and assessing tax risks and implementing controls to mitigate those risks.
• Monitoring changes in tax laws and regulations and advising management on potential impacts to the company.

Tax Compliance:

• Oversee the timely and accurate preparation and filing of all tax returns, including Income Tax, VAT, Carbon Tax, Customs and Excise Taxes, Payroll taxes and Levies.
• Ensuring compliance with all applicable tax regulations.
• Ensure that all tax related process is in line with UKCR requirements

People Management

• Build and maintain effective relationships with external tax advisors and tax authorities.
• Lead a team of tax employees, providing guidance, support and professional development opportunities.

Professional Qualification and Certifications:

• CA(SA) qualification
• A Master’s degree in taxation or a related discipline is preferred.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 6 years’ related experience
• In-depth knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and tax laws

Knowledge and skills:

• Ability to communicate complex tax concepts succinctly and clearly.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal abilities to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with report writing.
• Team player, prepared to work flexibly with various stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including ability to motivate a team, foster collaboration and drive results.

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Job Description

• Reporting to the Head of Operations Support, Manager – Retail Operational Excellence & Site Standards is accountable for driving the development and continuous improvement in operating standards, processes and procedures that will significantly improve the overall competitiveness, customer experience and ultimately the performance of the Retail business. Work closely with the training department to improve identified capability gaps and continuously measure and improve these. Define class of trade specific interventions for fuels and non-fuels portfolios. A critical success factor for this role is the achievement of a differentiated customer experience result.

• Provide leadership, coaching and mentoring to Sales Operations teams (SM’s, TM’s etc) in order to achieve superior levels of successful & consistent delivery of operational and financial obligations and requirements, as well as SHEQ requirements throughout the Astron Energy retail network.
• Work closely with all partners to develop clear roles and responsibilities to ensure seamless operational effectiveness. Develop ways of working with the Branded Marketers and the Enterprise Account Managers to ensure same principles, standards and processes exist and are applied in the Branded Marketer areas.
• The Lead-Operational Excellence Standard & Project is the focal point for sharing & embedding best practices and driving the effort to improve the technical expertise of front-line staff (SM’s & TM’s) on an on-going basis.
• Steward the execution of OE and OMS standard processes and work practices specifically focused on the OE/OMS elements and ensuring Retail operating processes and standards meet expectations, including CHESM, standard operating procedures & Management of Change. Identification, prioritization, preparation, execution and post-implementation review of improvement projects inside and outside (where appropriate) of the Retail Team.
• Working closely with Retail leaders & internal / external key stakeholders to define improvement plans and objectives that align to the Retail Customer Success vision, strategy and roadmap.
• Measure and report results from improvement projects. Coaching of change agents, team and leaders to ensure the maximum positive impact of continuous improvement efforts.
• Deliver proactive and effective communication related to improvement initiatives.
• Mobilize commitment for change and enable the continuous sustainability of change initiatives.
• Develop a culture of continuous improvement in the Retail team & key stakeholders internally and externally.
• Develop matrix relationships to involve process experts and conduct improvement activities using problem-solving techniques such as brainstorming, fishbone, 5 whys, Think Sales, Lean Six Sigma, LPS, Etc.
• Manage and optimize the Customer Engagement & consumer behavior related team’s approach to policy, process mapping, procedure and SOP development, storage and communication, working closely with the Marketing team.

Financial Perspective

• Defines the strategy and tactics to select the most effective Retail process decision and ensure that the right tools, processes and systems are in place to enable the Retail teams in regions/ markets to define and select the most appropriate financial approach
• Develops the standards and tools to maximize the effectiveness and the potential prize of each model of operation for AE (rent, operating costs, staffing model) and optimizes each model of operation through attributes (c-store, fuels, operations, contract) in order to grow the sales on site and optimize direct and indirect revenues
• Fosters best-in-class retail site execution of the cost-volume-profit by using all relevant tools and processes in the best manner possible.
• Defines the financial elements of each model and optimizes revenues for Astron Energy

Customer Perspective

• Retail Model and Unmatched Customer Experience: Actively assist to maintain & improve the documented Retail Model by proactively contributing and participating & ensuring customer alignment
• Defines the selection, training and assessment process for dealers / franchisees, site managers and site staff in collaboration with regional and functional stakeholders and partners
• Develops an attractive Dealer Value Proposition and the related supporting tools and proposes options to maximize revenues for new markets by using the model

Business Excellence

• Ensure complete and holistic Operational Excellence within Retail Operations BU and Retail channels through best in class TQM processes, systems and people.
• Project/Programme and Stakeholder Management
• Full Project Management of all interventions relating to and impacting processes and activities within the designated portfolio
• Develops the retail reporting dashboard in collaboration with the Data Analytics and Finance teams to track performance KPI’s (EBITDA or other) by site to create the Retail performance framework (HSSE, operational standards, service standards and key performance KPI’s- fuels volume, & sales)
• To act as the custodian for the Site Operations Manual and responsible for ensuring that it is updated as required.
• Develops all essential document, contract, operating manual, platform, training in order to make each process, and in particular the franchise model, the most effective and attractive in each relevant market

People Management

• Establish the target dealer profile; works with the Regions to assess existing dealers/franchisees against target dealer / franchisee profile, agree any appropriate dealer change plan and execution
• Act as the custodian for the Scorecard, as agreed between Astron Energy and the FAC/ABM, to measure and track performance against agreed KPI’s from both sides.  This will include responsibility for preparing the required data and reporting actual performance vs. agreed KPI’s for engagement with the retailer/BM bodies at each quarterly meeting
• Engages internal stakeholders or external third parties to carry out the franchise value proposition
• Defines and optimizes the Account / Territory Manager role through profiling recruitment, training, assessment, incentives, ongoing training, tools, etc.

Professional Qualification and Certifications:

Preferably:

• A Post Graduate degree in business management, Retail, industrial engineering, or related fields.
• OE level certification or related field of study
• Quality or Process Design or Project Management or Business Analysis
• Exposure to Retail / Client Services environment is essential

Work Experience:

• At least 5 years’ experience leading operational excellence and continuous improvement teams, preferably in a service or operational / retail environment.
• Project management skills to manage the process of providing excellent operational service (efficient, effective and qualitative), turnaround, and continuous improvement (LEAN, Value chain, QRM, etc.)
• Skilled in using data and analysis to drive effective decision-making.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office/G-Suite applications are required
• Multinational experience, working with various cultures and global teams would be advantageous.

Knowledge and skills:

• Well developed and effective verbal and written communication skills used in working with peers and employees at all levels
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively deal with internal customers; foster open upward and downward communication within the organisation built on mutual respect.
• Able to define problem statements and required outcomes based on cost benefit analysis linked to business objectives.
• Competent use of statistics related to business improvement metrics and operational performance.
• Strong customer focus; open to change; can anticipate future consequences and trends accurately; creates strong morale and spirit in their team; lets people finish and be responsible for their work; creates a feeling of belonging in the team, lets people know where they stand
• Strong people management skills, with a proven ability to influence & grow teams &/ people.
• The ability to work in a complex, cross-functional and heavily matrixed environment that changes frequently and rapidly. 
• Demonstrated presentation and facilitation skills.
• Planning and organising through strong prioritization and time management skills.
• Ability to set strategy and follow through on tactical implementation and execution of initiatives.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to changing environments and effectively manage change by providing hands-on leadership.