Sasol – Learner Fire Fighter

Fire fighting learnerships are suited to applicants who are physically fit, disciplined and willing to complete structured workplace and institutional training. The Sasol Learner Fire Fighter opportunity is aimed at young candidates from Sasol local communities in Secunda and Sasolburg who meet the academic, licence, fitness and assessment requirements for this learnership programme.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

This Sasol Learner Fire Fighter opportunity is a learnership programme in the fire fighting field. The purpose of the programme is for selected learners to participate in and complete structured learning, workplace learning and the required assessments for the designated field of expertise.

The official listing explains that learnerships include on-the-job learning supported by structured or institutional learning. This means applicants should be prepared for both practical workplace exposure and formal learning activities.

The programme is linked to Secunda and Sasolburg, with 4 opportunities in Secunda and 8 opportunities in Sasolburg. Applicants must reside in Sasol local communities in these areas.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity may suit a young applicant who has completed Grade 12, has a Code B or higher driver’s licence, lives in the relevant Sasol local community, and is physically able to complete fire fighter fitness and safety-related assessments.

It may also suit someone who is disciplined, alert, able to follow procedures, comfortable with teamwork and willing to complete all required workplace readiness activities and assessments during the learnership.

What you’ll do / learn

• Participate in the Sasol Learnership programme.
• Complete the required assessment process.
• Participate in workplace readiness activities and exercises.
• Take part in on-the-job learning linked to the fire fighting field.
• Complete structured or institutional learning requirements.
• Develop discipline, accountability and workplace readiness.
• Build practical exposure in an emergency response and safety-focused environment.

Note: This is a fixed-term contract learnership programme. Applicants should not assume permanent employment unless this is confirmed by Sasol during or after the programme.

Eligibility requirements

Applicant requirements

• Completed National Senior Certificate / Grade 12 / Matric.
• Must have passed Technical Mathematics, Mathematics or Maths Literacy.
• Must have passed English or Business English.
• Must have passed Technical Science or Physical Science.
• Must have a Code B or higher driver’s licence.
• Must be between 18 and 29 years of age.
• Must reside in Sasol local communities in Secunda or Sasolburg.
• Must be able to pass a stress and fear assessment, including heights, confined space, fire exposure and cat ladders.
• Must pass the Fire Fighter fitness assessment.

Required personal and professional skills

• Willingness to learn and develop.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures.
• Ability to execute and coordinate work.
• Accountability and self-awareness.
• Ability to manage complexity.
• Action planning and workflow management ability.
• Commitment to performance improvement and self-development.

What this role really means

A fire fighter learnership is physically and mentally demanding. It is not only classroom training. Learners must be prepared for structured learning, workplace readiness activities, assessments and physical fitness requirements. Sasol also requires candidates to pass assessments linked to stress, fear, heights, confined spaces, fire exposure and cat ladders.

For this application, your CV should make your Grade 12 subjects, driver’s licence, age, location and community residence easy to identify. If you have any safety, first aid, emergency response, fitness, volunteer, security, discipline-based or teamwork experience, include it clearly and honestly.

Application checklist

Prepare your documents before applying so that your application is complete and professional.

• Updated CV.
• Certified copy of your South African ID.
• Grade 12 / Matric certificate or statement of results.
• Proof of passes in Mathematics / Maths Literacy, English / Business English and Technical / Physical Science.
• Code B or higher driver’s licence.
• Proof of residence or documentation showing that you reside in the relevant Sasol local community, if requested.
• Any supporting certificates linked to first aid, safety, fitness, emergency response or related training, if available.
• Clear contact details, including your cellphone number and email address.
• Any supporting documents requested on the Sasol careers application portal.

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Important note for applicants

The official listing states that failure to provide Sasol with truthful information and valid documents will render an application null and void. Applicants must make sure that all information submitted is accurate and that supporting documents are valid and clear.

The listing also states that if applicants are not contacted within 60 days after the closing date, they should regard their application as unsuccessful.

Employment equity note

Sasol states that it believes in diversity and equal opportunities and welcomes applications regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, ideology, disabilities, age or sexual identity.

About the sponsor

Sasol is an integrated chemicals and energy company that sources, manufactures and markets chemical and energy products. The company operates across different industrial and energy-related activities and offers development opportunities across various career paths. For more information visit the Sasol Website.

Quick tips for applicants

• Make your Grade 12 subjects easy to find on your CV.
• Clearly show that you have a Code B or higher driver’s licence.
• Include your area of residence because the opportunity is for candidates from Sasol local communities in Secunda and Sasolburg.
• Do not exaggerate or misrepresent your documents, results, age, licence or residence details.
• Highlight discipline, fitness, teamwork and ability to follow procedures.
• Apply before the closing date because the application period is short.

Common mistakes that get applicants rejected

• Applying without the required Grade 12 / Matric subjects.
• Not including a Code B or higher driver’s licence.
• Not showing that you reside in the relevant Sasol local community.
• Submitting unclear or invalid documents.
• Providing information that does not match supporting documents.
• Using an outdated CV with missing or incorrect contact details.
• Waiting until the last day to apply and then experiencing portal issues.

Scam warning (important)

Applicants should only apply through the official Sasol careers platform. Sasol states that it will never request cash deposits or payments as part of the recruitment process. Do not pay anyone for this learnership, for an interview, for placement, or for application assistance.

How this opportunity was verified

This opportunity was verified from the official Sasol careers listing for Learner Fire Fighter, Job Req 12330. The listing confirmed the employer, posting date, location, closing date, geographical area, contract duration, available opportunities, purpose of the job, key accountability, minimum requirements, age requirement, community requirement, disclaimer, fraud warning, skills and official application route.

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How to apply

1. Open the official Sasol careers application link below.
2. Read the full learnership details and requirements carefully.
3. Create or log in to your Sasol careers candidate profile.
4. Complete all required profile and application fields.
5. Upload your CV and required supporting documents.
6. Make sure all information is truthful and all documents are valid.
7. Submit your application before the closing date.
8. Keep proof of submission or any confirmation received from the portal.

Application Closing Date

19 June 2026