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Job Vacancies at Sappi | South Africa (Remote)

Company/Recruiter: Sappi

Published on: Nov 10, 2026
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Opportunity type

Job

Location

South Africa

Work arrangement

Remote

Compensation

Not disclosed

Employer

Sappi

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Sappi, a global leader in woodfibre solutions, is seeking qualified individuals for several roles. The company operates in over 100 countries, providing dissolving wood pulp, paper-pulp, and paper-based products.

Job Overview

The following positions are available at Sappi:
  • Civil Technician
  • Technician: Condition Monitoring
  • Senior Fire & Safety Officer
  • Key Responsibilities

    • Responsibilities for the Civil Technician role include:
    • Conducting routine inspections of mill buildings and civil infrastructure.
    • Identifying structural and civil-related risks and recommending remedial actions.
    • Developing and maintaining preventative maintenance schedules for civil and building assets.
    • Planning, coordinating, and monitoring maintenance activities.
    • Coordinating and supervising civil maintenance and minor construction projects.
    • Managing the civil and building aspects of new projects.
    • Monitoring contractor performance and ensuring work adherence to specifications.
    • Liaising with external consultants and engineers.
    • Monitoring compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation.
    • Recording and allocating resources for cost control.
    • Monitoring expenditure against budgets.
    • Maintaining accurate records of inspections and activities.
    • Responsibilities for the Technician: Condition Monitoring role include:
    • Setting up vibration and ultrasound databases, routes, and parameters.
    • Loading and processing condition monitoring raw data.
    • Analyzing condition monitoring data and providing recommendations.
    • Compiling monthly reports.
    • Performing field balancing and laser alignment.
    • Assisting with equipment commissioning and problem-solving.
    • Conducting energy conservation surveys.
    • Assisting with root cause analysis of equipment failures.
    • Responsibilities for the Senior Fire & Safety Officer role include:
    • Developing and maintaining fire risk assessments.
    • Conducting fire prevention inspections and monitoring compliance.
    • Overseeing the inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire protection systems.
    • Managing fire protection system impairments.

    Requirements

    • For the Civil Technician position, candidates require:
    • An NQF Level 6 qualification (National Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent).
    • A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in civil engineering, maintenance, or construction.
    • Good understanding of civil construction methods, materials, and maintenance practices.
    • Working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Construction Regulations.
    • For the Technician: Condition Monitoring position, candidates require:
    • A minimum N4 or equivalent qualification.
    • A Mechanical/Instruments/Electrical trade test.
    • 5 years of post-apprenticeship experience in a heavy engineering industry.
    • For the Senior Fire & Safety Officer position, responsibilities include fire risk management, fire prevention, and fire protection system management.

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