Sasol, in partnership with PDPS, is offering an exciting opportunity through its Welding Apprenticeship Programme 2025.
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Are you passionate about a hands-on career in welding? Sasol, in partnership with PDPS, is offering an exciting opportunity through its Welding Apprenticeship Programme 2025.
This structured training programme is designed to provide practical skills and workplace experience in the welding trade — ideal for young South Africans who are eager to start a career in engineering and manufacturing.
Location:
Govan Mbeki Municipality
Lekwa Municipality
Dipaleseng Municipality
Reference Number: 2025 Welding Apprenticeship
What the Apprenticeship Offers
This welding apprenticeship programme combines classroom-based learning with practical, on-the-job training. Apprentices will gain industry-relevant skills that can lead to full trade qualifications and employment in the manufacturing or construction sectors.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
Residency Requirement:
You must be a permanent resident of one of the following municipalities:
Govan Mbeki Municipality
Lekwa Municipality
Dipaleseng Municipality
Minimum Academic Requirements:
Option 1: Grade 12 / Matric
English (read and write)
Pure Mathematics (Mathematical Literacy will not be accepted)
Physical Science
OR
Option 2: N3 Certificate
N3 Engineering Mathematics
N3 Engineering Science
Trade-related Theory Subject (Welding/Platers Theory – mandatory)
OR
Option 3: NCV Level 4
English or First Additional Language
Mathematics (Pure)
Engineering Science or Engineering Processes
Engineering Practice or Technology
Added Advantages (Not Mandatory):
Engineering Graphics and Design (EGD)
Other welding-related technical subjects
Important Notes:
Applications must be submitted via email only. No manual submissions will be accepted.
Applicants currently participating in any other learnership, internship, or apprenticeship programme are not eligible.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you don’t hear back within two weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
HOW TO APPLY
CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE ON THE PDPS WEBSITE
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