Sasol is inviting unemployed young South Africans to apply for its 12-month Administration Learnership Programme 2026. The opportunity is designed for Grade 12 graduates who want to develop essential workplace skills while gaining practical administrative experience.
The programme combines structured theoretical learning with workplace exposure and is available at several Sasol locations in Gauteng, Mpumalanga and the Free State.
Applications close on 26 August 2026.
Sasol Administration Learnership 2026 – Quick Overview
- Company: Sasol
- Programme: Administration Learnership
- Job Requisition ID: 12957
- Programme Duration: 12 months
- Contract Type: Fixed-term learnership contract
- Locations: Alrode, Germiston, Sandton, Sasolburg and Secunda
- Minimum Qualification: Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
- Age Requirement: 18–29 years
- Employment Status: Must currently be unemployed
- Study Requirement: Applicants must not currently be studying
- Closing Date: 26 August 2026
About the Sasol Administration Learnership
The Sasol Administration Learnership is aimed at young people who have completed Grade 12 and want to develop the foundational skills needed to enter the workplace.
The 12-month programme combines theoretical education with practical workplace experience. Learners will be introduced to areas such as communication, computer skills, numeracy, customer service and basic business principles.
During the practical component, successful learners will provide administrative support to managers and departments while developing their workplace readiness.
This makes the opportunity particularly relevant to candidates who are looking for their first meaningful exposure to a professional working environment.
What Will the Learnership Cover?
The theoretical part of the programme will introduce learners to several areas of business and workplace development.
These include:
- Entrepreneurship
- Business Operations
- Customer Service
- Business Accounting
- Mathematical Literacy
- Communication Skills
- Computer Skills
The training is intended to build a foundation that learners can use when performing administrative duties and interacting with colleagues, managers and other workplace stakeholders.
Practical Workplace Experience
The programme does not focus only on classroom-based learning.
Learners will also receive practical on-site exposure where they will support administrative activities within Sasol departments.
Depending on their placement, duties may involve supporting managers, coordinating work-related activities, handling information and assisting with general administrative processes.
The practical component is intended to help learners understand how professional workplaces operate while developing confidence and work-readiness skills.
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for the Sasol Administration Learnership, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Have a completed National Senior Certificate (Grade 12/Matric).
- Be between 18 and 29 years old.
- Be currently unemployed.
- Not currently be studying, whether full-time or part-time.
Applicants should carefully check these requirements before submitting their applications.
Who Should Apply?
This learnership may be suitable for young people who:
- Have recently completed Grade 12.
- Are currently unemployed.
- Want to gain practical office and administrative experience.
- Are interested in business and customer service.
- Want to improve their computer and communication skills.
- Are willing to participate in both theoretical and workplace training.
- Want to develop a foundation for future administrative careers.
Previous professional work experience is not listed as a minimum requirement in the supplied advertisement.
Key Responsibilities of Learners
Successful candidates will be expected to participate fully in the learnership and its assessment requirements.
Their responsibilities include:
Fresh listings:
- Taking part in the learnership programme.
- Completing the required theoretical training.
- Successfully completing assessments.
- Participating in workplace-readiness activities.
- Completing assigned practical exercises.
- Providing administrative support during the workplace component.
- Following workplace policies and procedures.
- Developing professional workplace behaviour.
Learners should therefore be prepared to commit fully to the entire 12-month programme.
Skills and Competencies
Sasol’s requirements highlight several behavioural and technical competencies that learners will develop or demonstrate during the programme.
These include:
Nimble Learning
Learners should be willing to learn new information, adapt to changing situations and develop their skills throughout the programme.
Workflow Management
Participants will need to understand how tasks are organised and completed within a professional environment.
Action Planning
Learners should develop the ability to plan tasks and work towards completing them effectively.
Policies and Procedures
Following organisational policies and workplace procedures will be an important part of the learning experience.
Self-Development
Participants are expected to take responsibility for improving their knowledge, skills and workplace performance.
Performance Improvement
The programme encourages learners to identify areas where they can improve and develop stronger working habits.
Execute and Coordinate Work
Administrative work often involves completing tasks accurately while coordinating activities with other people.
Accountability
Learners will be expected to take responsibility for assigned duties and deliver work to the required standard.
Where Is the Sasol Learnership Based?
The Administration Learnership is available across several locations:
- Alrode
- Germiston
- Sandton
- Sasolburg
- Secunda
Applicants should pay attention to the location associated with the vacancy when completing their application.
What Applicants Should Know
The supplied vacancy information does not state a specific monthly stipend amount.
It also does not indicate that successful completion automatically results in permanent employment with Sasol.
Applicants should therefore avoid relying on unofficial claims about salaries, allowances or guaranteed employment unless these details are confirmed by Sasol.
The main focus of the programme is structured learning combined with practical workplace exposure.
How to Apply for the Sasol Administration Learnership 2026
Interested candidates should apply through the official Sasol careers platform using Job Requisition ID 12957.
Application: Apply through Sasol Careers for Administration Learnership – Job Req ID 12957.
Applicants should ensure that the information submitted in their application is accurate and that they meet the stated eligibility requirements.
Application Closing Date
The closing date for the Sasol Administration Learnership 2026 is:
26 August 2026
Applicants are encouraged to apply before the deadline rather than waiting until the final day.
Important Application Notes
Before applying, remember that:
- The programme runs for 12 months.
- It is a fixed-term learnership contract.
- Grade 12/Matric is required.
- Applicants must be 18–29 years old.
- Candidates must currently be unemployed.
- Applicants must not be studying, either full-time or part-time.
- Training/workplace locations include Alrode, Germiston, Sandton, Sasolburg and Secunda.
- The programme combines theoretical training with practical workplace experience.
- Applications close on 26 August 2026.
Conclusion
The Sasol Administration Learnership 2026 provides Grade 12 graduates with an opportunity to build foundational business and administrative skills while gaining practical workplace exposure.
With training covering areas such as business operations, customer service, accounting, communication and computer skills, the programme can help unemployed youth develop the knowledge and workplace readiness needed to pursue future opportunities in administration and related fields.
If you meet the 18–29 age requirement, are unemployed, are not currently studying and have completed Grade 12, make sure you submit your application before 26 August 2026.