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Sasol Fire Fighter Learnership 2026

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Sasol Fire Fighter Learnership Programme 2026

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Young South Africans interested in emergency response, safety services and fire protection now have an exciting opportunity to launch their careers with one of the country’s leading energy and chemical companies. Sasol has officially opened applications for its Fire Fighter Learnership Programme 2026, offering 12 learnership opportunities across Secunda and Sasolburg.

The programme is aimed at young people between the ages of 18 and 29 who reside within Sasol’s local communities and want to gain practical firefighting skills through structured workplace and institutional training.

Sasol Fire Fighter Learnership Overview

  • Employer: Sasol
  • Programme: Fire Fighter Learnership
  • Placement: Secunda and Sasolburg
  • Opportunities Available (x12) Positions
  • Secunda Positions (x4)
  • Sasolburg Positions (x8)
  • Target Age Group: 18 to 29 Years

About Sasol

Sasol is a global integrated chemicals and energy company with more than seven decades of experience in manufacturing, technology development and industrial operations. The company is known for investing in employee development through learnerships, internships, apprenticeships and graduate programmes that help young South Africans gain practical workplace experience.

Through its commitment to skills development and transformation, Sasol continues to create pathways into technical and operational careers.

What Is the Fire Fighter Learnership?

The Fire Fighter Learnership combines structured learning with practical workplace training.

Participants will gain exposure to:

  • Emergency response procedures
  • Industrial safety practices
  • Hazard identification
  • Rescue operations
  • Firefighting techniques
  • Workplace readiness skills

NB: The programme is designed to prepare learners for careers in firefighting, emergency services and industrial safety environments.

Why Fire Fighting Skills Are in High Demand

Industrial facilities, municipalities, airports, mines and energy companies rely on trained emergency response personnel to protect lives and assets.

Firefighters play an important role in:

  • Emergency response
  • Disaster management
  • Rescue operations
  • Workplace safety
  • Hazardous incident management

These responsibilities make firefighting one of the most respected and essential professions within public and private sector organisations.

Sasol Fire Fighter Learnership Minimum Requirements

  • Qualification: Grade 12 National Senior Certificate
  • Mathematics: Technical Mathematics, Mathematics or Maths Literacy
  • Language: English or Business English
  • Science: Technical Science or Physical Science
  • Driver’s Licence: Code B or Higher
  • Age: 18 to 29 Years
  • Residence: Secunda or Sasolburg Local Communities

Applicants who do not meet all requirements may not be considered.

Physical and Fitness Requirements

Because firefighting is physically demanding, applicants must be capable of passing several assessments.

Candidates must successfully pass:

  • Fire Fighter Fitness Assessment
  • Stress Assessment
  • Fear Assessment
  • Heights Assessment
  • Confined Space Assessment
  • Fire Exposure Assessment
  • Cat Ladder Assessment

These assessments help determine whether candidates can safely perform firefighting duties.

Skills Learners Will Develop

Emergency Response Skills

  • Rescue operations

Safety Management Skills

  • Hazard identification
  • Safety compliance
  • Emergency planning

Professional Development Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Accountability
  • Problem solving
  • Performance improvement

These competencies remain valuable across multiple industries.

Potential Career Paths After Completion

  • Fire Fighter Emergency Services
  • Emergency Response Officer Manufacturing
  • Safety Officer Mining
  • Fire Prevention Officer Public Sector
  • Disaster Management Assistant Municipal Services

NB: The skills developed through the learnership can also support future opportunities in occupational health and safety.

Why Learnerships Remain Important

Learnerships continue to be one of the most effective pathways into employment because they combine education with workplace experience.

Benefits include:

  • Practical workplace exposure
  • Industry recognised training
  • Improved employability
  • Networking opportunities

Many employers value candidates who have completed structured workplace training programmes.

Important Information for Applicants

  • Only candidates from Sasol local communities will be considered.
  • All information submitted must be truthful and accurate.
  • Fraudulent information will result in disqualification.
  • Unsuccessful applicants may not receive feedback after 60 days from the closing date.

Why Emergency Services Careers Matter

Firefighters help protect communities, infrastructure and businesses from emergencies that can result in loss of life and property. As South Africa continues investing in industrial growth and infrastructure development, the demand for trained emergency response professionals remains strong.

The experience gained through a programme like this can provide a foundation for long term career growth within emergency management and safety services.

How to apply for Sasol Fire Fighter Learnership

  • Follow the application portal provided below.
  • There are 12 learnership opportunities available, including four positions in Secunda and eight positions in Sasolburg.

What is the age requirement?

  • Applicants must be between 18 and 29 years old.

Is a driver’s licence compulsory?

  • Yes. Applicants must possess a Code B driver’s licence or higher.

Can Maths Literacy be accepted?

  • Yes. Technical Mathematics, Mathematics or Maths Literacy are accepted.

Must applicants pass fitness tests?

  • Yes. Successful candidates must pass various physical and psychological assessments.

Who can apply?

  • Only candidates residing within Sasol’s local communities in Secunda and Sasolburg may apply.

Final Thoughts

The Sasol Fire Fighter Learnership 2026 provides a valuable opportunity for young South Africans who are passionate about emergency services, public safety and community protection. Through structured training and workplace experience, participants will gain skills that can support long term careers within firefighting, industrial safety and emergency response environments.

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