Sasol invites South African unemployed applicants to apply for the Learnership: Artisan (Natref) Chemical Plant Operator x4 – 2026.
Learnership Application Closing Date: 06 March 2026
Learnership Location: Secunda, South Africa
Contract Duration: 36 Months (Fixed-Term Learnership Contract)
Reference ID: 11535
Sasol is a global integrated chemicals and energy company with a strong commitment to skills development and career growth. Through this structured 36-month learnership programme at Natref (SA Ops), successful candidates will gain both institutional learning and hands-on workplace experience.
This opportunity is ideal for individuals who want to build a career in chemical plant operations within the energy and manufacturing sector.
Programme Overview
The Artisan (Natref) Chemical Plant Operator Learnership is a structured training programme combining:
- On-the-job practical learning
- Institutional or structured theoretical learning
- Workplace readiness development
- Formal assessments
Successful completion of the programme equips learners with essential skills required to operate and manage chemical plant processes safely and efficiently.
Field Available:
- Chemical Plant Operator (4 positions)
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have a completed National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification with passes in:
- Technical Mathematics or Mathematics
- English or Business English
- Technical Science or Physical Science
Only candidates meeting the academic requirements will be considered.
Core Responsibilities During the Learnership
Learners will be required to:
- Participate fully in the learnership programme
- Successfully complete all assessments
- Participate in workplace readiness activities
- Engage in structured theoretical learning
- Gain hands-on experience in plant operations
- Follow safety and operational procedures
This programme prepares candidates for roles within chemical processing and refinery operations.
Why Apply for the Sasol Chemical Plant Operator Learnership?
- 36-month structured training programme
- Practical refinery and chemical plant exposure
- Career development within a global energy company
- Strong safety and technical training foundation
- Opportunity to build a long-term industrial career
Sasol invests in employees throughout their career journey and promotes diversity, inclusion, and professional growth.
How to Apply
Click here to apply for the Sasol Learnership: Artisan (Natref) Chemical Plant Operator x4 – 2026:
Search using:
- Reference ID: 11535
- Location: Secunda
- Division: SA Ops – Natref
Submit your application before 06 March 2026.
Late applications will not be considered.
Final Reminder
This is a competitive technical learnership within one of South Africa’s leading energy and chemicals companies. If you meet the academic requirements and are interested in chemical plant operations, apply as soon as possible.