Are you looking for a welding apprenticeship in South Africa? The Sasol Welding Apprenticeship Programme 2026, offered in partnership with Plant Design and Project Services (PDPS), is now accepting applications from unemployed South African youth who want to build a career as a qualified artisan.

This apprenticeship provides practical workplace training, technical skills development, and the opportunity to gain valuable industry experience within one of South Africa’s leading energy and chemical companies.

If you are passionate about engineering, welding, and manufacturing, this could be the perfect opportunity to kick-start your career.

Sasol Welding Apprenticeship Programme 2026 Overview

• Programme: Sasol & PDPS Welding Apprenticeship Programme 2026
• Industry: Engineering & Manufacturing
• Trade: Welding Apprenticeship
• Partner Organisations: Sasol and Plant Design and Project Services (PDPS)
• Reference Number: 2026 Welding Apprenticeship

About the Sasol Welding Apprenticeship

The Sasol Welding Apprenticeship Programme is designed to equip unemployed young South Africans with nationally recognised artisan skills through structured workplace training.

Participants will receive practical exposure in welding techniques, engineering processes, workplace safety, and technical operations while working alongside experienced professionals.

Qualified welders remain in high demand across several industries, making this apprenticeship an excellent pathway toward long-term employment.

Why Choose a Welding Apprenticeship?

South Africa continues to experience a shortage of skilled artisans.

Completing a recognised welding apprenticeship can open doors to employment in industries such as:

• Mining
• Petrochemical
• Manufacturing
• Construction
• Energy
• Infrastructure Development
• Heavy Engineering

After qualifying, artisans may progress into careers including:

• Qualified Welder
• Fabricator
• Boilermaker
• Maintenance Technician
• Welding Inspector
• Workshop Supervisor

Who Should Apply?

Sasol and PDPS are looking for applicants who are:

• Passionate about welding
• Self-motivated
• Willing to learn
• Hard-working
• Well-groomed
• Interested in becoming qualified artisans
• Committed to completing technical training

Skills That Will Help You Succeed

Successful welding apprentices typically possess:

• Strong mathematical skills
• Mechanical aptitude
• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving ability
• Ability to read technical drawings
• Commitment to workplace safety
• Good communication skills
• Teamwork
• Physical fitness
• Willingness to continuously learn

Developing these skills can improve both your apprenticeship performance and future career prospects.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must satisfy one of the following qualification pathways.

Option 1: Grade 12 (Matric)

Applicants should have:

• English
• Pure Mathematics (Mathematics Literacy is not accepted)
• Physical Science

The following subjects will be advantageous:

• Engineering Graphic Design (EGD)
• Welding/Platers Theory

Option 2: N3 Engineering Qualification

Applicants should have:

• English
• Engineering Mathematics N3
• Engineering Science N3

Advantage:

• Trade Related Theory Subject N3

Option 3: NCV Level 4

Applicants should have completed:

• English NCV Level 4 (or First Additional Language)
• Mathematics Level 4 (Pure Mathematics)
• Engineering Science Level 4
• Engineering Processes Level 4
• Professional Engineering Practice Level 4
• Applied Engineering Technology Level 4
• Trade Related Theory (Compulsory)
• Welding/Platers Theory

Residential Requirements

Only applicants living within the following communities may apply:

• Govan Mbeki Municipality
• Ekandustria Region 7
• City of Tshwane
• Dark City
• Ekangala
• Rethabiseng
• Zithobeni

Applicants may be required to provide proof of residence during the recruitment process.

Required Documents

Applicants must email certified copies of the following:

• Updated CV
• South African ID
• Qualifications
• Grade 12 results or latest academic results
• Driver’s licence (if available)
• Municipal water and electricity account showing current residential address

If the property is not registered in your name, include:

• Your affidavit
• Landlord’s affidavit
• SAPS-certified confirmation stating how long you have resided at the address

Applicants must also include:

• SARS confirmation letter reflecting the same residential address
• Bank statement showing the same residential address

Ensure all supporting documents are clear, certified, and up to date before submitting your application.

Selection Process

The recruitment process includes:

• Screening of applications
• Shortlisting of suitable candidates
• Interviews

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

If you do not receive feedback within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit their applications via email.

Application Details

• Reference Number: 2026 Welding Apprenticeship
• Email Address: welderapprentices2026@pdps.co.za
• Application Method: Email only

No hand-delivered or manual applications will be accepted.

Applicants currently participating in another training programme are not eligible to apply.

Application Deadline

The closing date for applications is:

17 July 2026

Late applications may not be considered, so applicants are encouraged to submit their documents as early as possible.