Sasol & PDPS Welding Apprenticeship Programme 2026
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Kick-start Your Career as a Professional Welder
Sasol, in collaboration with PDPS (Plant Design and Project Services), invites motivated and unemployed South African youth to apply for the 2026 Welding Apprenticeship Programme. This structured four-year programme combines classroom learning with practical workplace training, giving participants the opportunity to develop valuable artisan skills and build a long-term career in the engineering industry.
Programme Details
- Programme: Welding Apprenticeship
- Duration: 4 Years
- Company: Sasol & PDPS
- Closing Date: 17 July 2026
- Employment Type: Apprenticeship
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must be South African citizens residing in one of the following communities:
- Govan Mbeki Municipality
- Ekandustria Region 7
- City of Tshwane
- Dark City
- Ekangala
- Rethabiseng
- Zithobeni
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must meet one of the following academic requirements:
Option 1: Grade 12 (Matric)
- English
- Pure Mathematics (Mathematics Literacy is not accepted)
- Physical Science
- Engineering Graphic Design (Advantageous)
- Welding/Platers Theory (Advantageous)
Option 2: N3 Engineering
- English
- Engineering Mathematics N3
- Engineering Science N3
- Trade-related Theory N3 (Advantageous)
Option 3: NCV Level 4
- English/First Additional Language
- Mathematics Level 4
- Engineering Science Level 4
- Engineering Processes Level 4
- Professional Engineering Practice Level 4
- Applied Engineering Technology Level 4
- Trade-related Theory
- Welding/Platers Theory
Documents Required
Ensure the following certified documents are included with your application:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- South African ID
- Qualification certificates or latest academic results
- Proof of residence
- SARS confirmation letter
- Recent bank statement showing your residential address
- Driver’s licence (if available)
- Supporting affidavits where proof of residence is not in your name
What You Will Gain
Successful applicants will receive:
- Structured technical and practical training
- Workplace experience under qualified professionals
- Exposure to the engineering and petrochemical industry
- A recognised artisan development pathway
- Improved employment opportunities upon completion
Career Opportunities
After successfully completing the apprenticeship, you may pursue careers such as:
- Welder
- Fabricator
- Boilermaker
- Maintenance Technician
- Welding Inspector
- Workshop Supervisor
How to Apply
Submit your complete application via email and include all required certified documents.
Reference: 2026 Welding Apprenticeship
Application Email: welderapprentices2026@pdps.co.za
Closing Date
17 July 2026
Applications received after the closing date or submitted without the required supporting documents may not be considered.