PetroSA invites unemployed graduates to apply for the Graduate in Training (GIT) Programme 2026 based in Mossel Bay, Western Cape.
This programme is designed to provide structured workplace exposure and skills development in a professional engineering and projects environment.
Application Closing Date: 11 March 2026
Programme Overview
- Programme: Graduate in Training (GIT)
- Company: PetroSA
- Location: Mossel Bay, South Africa
- Work Type: Office-based
- Experience Level: Entry-level
- Employment Type: Part-time
The programme aims to help engineering graduates gain practical workplace experience while working alongside experienced professionals in the energy and petrochemical industry.
Fields of Study
Applicants must have qualifications in one of the following disciplines:
- Mechanical Engineering (BSc / BEng / BTech)
- Control Systems Engineering (BSc / BEng / BTech)
- Electronics Engineering (BSc / BEng / BTech)
- Industrial Engineering (BSc / BEng / BTech)
- Metallurgical Engineering / Metallurgy (National Diploma / BTech / BSc)
- Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) (National Diploma / BTech)
These fields are essential for operations and maintenance in large industrial and petrochemical environments.
Key Responsibilities
Graduate trainees will:
- Work closely with experienced professionals and shadow them to understand workflows and best practices
- Assist with engineering project tasks and technical initiatives
- Conduct research and analysis related to engineering operations
- Support project teams through documentation and reporting
- Compile reports and presentations for internal teams
- Maintain records of training activities and development progress
This structured exposure allows graduates to gain hands-on experience in engineering operations and project environments.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Must be a South African citizen
- Must be a recent graduate requiring practical workplace experience
- Must be unemployed
- Must not have previous graduate internship experience
- Must not be currently studying or planning to study in 2026
- Must be physically fit (medical screening will be conducted)
Applicants may apply for only one opportunity.
Employment Equity
PetroSA supports Employment Equity and diversity. Preference may be given to candidates from designated groups, including persons living with disabilities.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the PetroSA recruitment portal.
Only online applications will be considered.
Application Deadline
Closing Date: 11 March 2026
Late applications may not be considered.