Sasol – Learner: Administration (People Living with a Disability)

Administrative learnerships can give entry-level applicants structured workplace exposure while building practical office, communication and computer skills. Sasol is inviting applications for its Learner: Administration opportunity for People Living with a Disability, based in Secunda, Mpumalanga.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

The Sasol Learner: Administration programme is a 12-month learnership that combines theoretical learning with practical on-site workplace experience. The programme is designed to help entry-level learners build foundational skills that can support workplace readiness and administrative performance.

During the practical component, learners will provide administrative support to help improve the effectiveness of managers and departments. The official listing states that the programme includes foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, communication, computer skills and basic business principles.

Learning areas covered

The theoretical component of the learnership will cover the following areas:

• Entrepreneurship.
• Business Operations.
• Customer Service.
• Business Accounting.
• Maths Literacy.
• Communication Skills.
• Computer Skills.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity may suit Grade 12-qualified applicants living with a disability who want structured learnership exposure in administration, business support and workplace readiness.

• People living with a disability who meet the official programme requirements.
• Applicants with completed Matric / Grade 12.
• Entry-level applicants who want to develop administration and workplace skills.
• Applicants who are interested in communication, computer skills and business operations.
• People who are willing to participate in both theoretical and practical learnership activities.
• Applicants who can follow policies, procedures and workplace readiness activities.
• Candidates who are willing to complete assessments as part of the learnership programme.

What you’ll do / learn

The programme gives successful learners exposure to administration, workplace readiness, communication, business support and structured learning activities.

• Participate in the learnership programme.
• Successfully complete the required assessment process.
• Participate in workplace readiness activities and exercises.
• Develop foundational skills in literacy and numeracy.
• Build communication and computer skills.
• Learn basic business principles.
• Provide administrative support to managers and departments during the practical component.
• Gain exposure to workflow management, action planning, policies and procedures.
• Develop self-awareness, accountability and self-development habits.
• Improve readiness for future workplace opportunities.

Note: This is a 12-month Fixed Term Contract learnership. The official listing states that Sasol’s recruitment process may include interviews, medical and security checks, and verification of qualifications. This does not guarantee appointment.

Eligibility requirements

Applicant requirements

• Must have completed Matric / Grade 12.
• Must be applying for the Learner: Administration opportunity for People Living with a Disability.
• Must be able to participate in the learnership programme and complete assessments.
• Must be able to participate in workplace readiness activities and exercises.
• Must be willing to complete both theoretical and practical learning components.
• Must be available for the 12-month fixed term learnership programme.
• Must be able to work in Secunda, Sasol Mining, if selected.

Abilities and competencies required

• Nimble learning.
• Workflow management.
• Action planning.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures.
• Ability to manage complexity.
• Self-development.
• Performance improvement mindset.
• Self-awareness.
• Ability to execute and coordinate work.
• Accountability.

What administration learnership work really involves

Administration support helps departments stay organised by assisting with documents, communication, basic computer work, workflow tracking and general office tasks. In a learnership environment, learners are also expected to attend learning activities, complete assessments and apply workplace readiness skills during practical exposure.

For this application, your CV should clearly show your Matric / Grade 12 qualification, computer skills, communication ability, any school or volunteer administration experience, and willingness to learn. If you have completed computer literacy training, office administration tasks, data capturing, filing, customer service or communication-related activities, include them clearly on your CV.

Application checklist

Make sure your application is complete before submitting.

• Updated CV.
• Certified copy of your South African ID, if requested.
• Completed Matric / Grade 12 certificate, if requested.
• Proof or relevant documentation required for the People Living with a Disability learnership, if requested by the official application process.
• Any certificates linked to computer literacy, office administration, communication, customer service or business basics, if available.
• Clear contact details, including phone number and email address.
• Make sure your CV clearly shows any administration, computer, communication, data capturing, filing or customer service exposure.
• Check that you can attend the learnership in Secunda if selected.

Important: The official listing states that Sasol is committed to the full inclusion of suitably qualified individuals and that reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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About the sponsor

Sasol is a global chemicals and energy company. According to Sasol’s official website, the company uses its knowledge, technologies and operating facilities to source, produce and market chemical and energy products. Sasol’s products include fuel components, chemical components and related products such as diesel, petrol, naphtha, kerosene, LPG, polymers, solvents, ammonia, methanol and other materials. More information is available on the official Sasol careers page and the Sasol jobs portal.

Quick tips for applicants

• Apply before the closing date because the application window is short.
• Make your Matric / Grade 12 qualification easy to find on your CV.
• Highlight computer literacy, communication skills and any basic administration exposure.
• If you have helped with filing, data capturing, email communication, customer service or school administration tasks, mention them clearly.
• Keep your CV simple, accurate and focused on work readiness, reliability and willingness to learn.
• Use a professional email address and make sure your cellphone number is correct.
• Check the official application page carefully for any disability-related documentation or verification requirements requested during application.

Common mistakes that get applicants rejected

• Submitting a CV that does not clearly show completed Matric / Grade 12.
• Using a generic CV that does not mention administration, computer skills, communication or customer service strengths.
• Leaving out clear contact details.
• Not checking that Secunda is suitable for the learnership location.
• Not preparing supporting documents requested by the official application process.
• Not proofreading the CV even though administration work requires accuracy.
• Waiting until the final day to submit the application.
• Applying through unofficial links instead of the official Sasol careers platform.

Scam warning

Applicants should only apply through the official Sasol jobs portal. Sasol states on its official careers page that its recruitment process does not require advance payments from candidates. Sasol also warns that it will not ask applicants to send personal banking information by email. If someone contacts you through WhatsApp, Facebook or another platform asking for money, treat it as suspicious and verify the vacancy through the official Sasol careers platform.

How this opportunity was verified

This post was prepared using the official Sasol jobs page for the Learner: Administration (People Living with a Disability) opportunity. The listing confirms the job title, company, Secunda location, Sasol Mining work location, Job Req ID 12327, posting date, closing date, 12-month fixed term learnership duration, programme description, theoretical learning areas, Matric / Grade 12 education requirement, core elements, recruitment disclaimer and employment equity note.

The closing date was listed as 04 June 2026 at the time of verification. Applicants should apply before the deadline and check the official Sasol jobs page for any updates.

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How to apply

1. Open the official Sasol application link below.
2. Read the full Learner: Administration (People Living with a Disability) listing carefully.
3. Confirm that you have completed Matric / Grade 12.
4. Prepare your updated CV and any supporting documents requested by the application form.
5. Make sure your CV clearly shows your administration interest, computer skills, communication ability and willingness to learn.
6. Complete the online application through the official Sasol jobs portal.
7. Submit your application before the closing date.
8. Keep proof of submission or any confirmation email you receive.

Application Closing Date: 04 June 2026

Sasol states that if applicants do not hear from the company within 60 days of the advert closing, they should consider the application unsuccessful.