Sasol Artisan & Process Learnership 2026
24-month learnerships at Sasol’s Secunda and Sasolburg operations — process operations, instrumentation, fitting, electrical, boilermaking and diesel mechanics. Combines theory, workplace exposure and a national trade test.
Apply on the Sasol Careers Portal
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Programme Overview
Programme Details
Why Sasol?
- ✓National trade test at the end of the programme — internationally portable artisan qualification
- ✓Hands-on exposure at one of Africa’s largest integrated chemicals and energy operations
- ✓Strong track record of absorbing top learners into permanent operator/artisan roles
- ✓Preference for candidates from Sasol’s host communities (Secunda, Sasolburg)
- ✓Structured mentoring under qualified artisans
Entry Requirements
- ✓South African citizen, age 18–34
- ✓Grade 12 / NSC with Mathematics (not Maths Literacy) and Physical Science at 50%+
- ✓English at 50%+
- ✓Be unemployed and not currently enrolled at another institution
- ✓Live in or near Secunda, Sasolburg or one of Sasol’s operating areas (preference)
- ✓No criminal record — security clearance required
- ✓Medically fit (Sasol-specific medical assessment)
- ✓Willing to work shifts and undergo trade tests
Trade Streams Available
Process Operations
Plant operations across Sasol’s synfuels and chemicals streams
Instrumentation
Calibration, control loops and process measurement systems
Fitter & Turner
Mechanical assembly, alignment and maintenance
Electrical
High-voltage and low-voltage installations and fault-finding
Boilermaker
Plate work, structural fabrication and welding
Diesel & Mechanical
Mining equipment and mobile plant maintenance
Specific streams open in any given year depend on Sasol’s workforce plan — check the live advert.
Programme Structure
Theoretical training
Months 1–6Classroom modules at a SETA-accredited training provider (e.g. Sasol’s technical training centres in Secunda).
📍 Sasol Training Centre / accredited provider
Workplace exposure
Months 7–18Rotational placements through Sasol plants — Synfuels, Mining, Chemicals — under qualified artisans and operators.
📍 Secunda, Sasolburg or Sasol One
Trade test / qualification
Months 19–24Portfolio of evidence, summative assessments and (for trades) the national trade test at an accredited centre.
📍 Olifantsfontein or accredited trade-test centre
Career Opportunities After the Programme
Strong performers typically progress into:
Documents You’ll Need
- 📄Certified copy of green bar-coded SA ID or smart card
- 📄Certified Grade 12 / NSC certificate (or final results plus affidavit)
- 📄Certified copies of any tertiary qualifications
- 📄CV (max 2 pages, plain format)
- 📄Proof of residence (not older than 3 months)
- 📄Certified copy of driver’s licence if available
- 📄SAPS clearance certificate (or willingness to obtain one)
Application Process
Create a profile on the Sasol careers portal
Register at careers.sasol.com and complete your candidate profile. Most Sasol learnerships are advertised only on the official site.
Anytime — set up before applications openWatch for the annual learnership advert
Sasol typically opens its artisan and process learnerships once per year. Adverts are also shared with local schools and community structures in Secunda/Sasolburg.
Annual cycle — varies year to yearSubmit your application
Upload certified copies of your ID, Grade 12 results, proof of residence and CV. Apply for one trade stream only — multiple applications can disqualify you.
Within the published windowOnline assessments
Sasol’s technical learnerships include numerical reasoning, mechanical comprehension and an aptitude assessment.
Days to weeks after the application window closesInterview, medical and security clearance
Shortlisted candidates attend a panel interview in Secunda or Sasolburg, followed by a medical and a SAPS criminal-record check.
Before cohort startSign your learnership agreement
Successful candidates sign a tripartite learnership agreement (you, Sasol and the training provider) and start the 24-month programme.
Cohort start announced after selection⚠️ Important to know
• Sasol does not charge any application fee — never pay anyone claiming to secure you a learnership place
• Adverts are published only on careers.sasol.com and at Sasol’s host-community offices
• Apply for one trade stream only — duplicate applications can lead to disqualification
• Successful candidates undergo a medical assessment and SAPS criminal-record check before contracts are signed
• Preference is given to candidates from Sasol’s host communities and previously disadvantaged groups
Where to Find More Information
Sasol Careers
🌐 sasol.com — students & graduates
🌐 careers.sasol.com (advert listings)
📍 Secunda, Sasolburg & Sasol Place (Sandton)