Sasol is recruiting a Learning Practitioner for 2026 in Secunda. This permanent opportunity focuses on technical training, skills development, assessments, and learning facilitation within power station operations. Closing date: 6 February 2026.
Sasol has opened applications for a Learning Practitioner position for 2026, based in Secunda, Mpumalanga. This role is suited to experienced technical professionals with a strong background in mechanical trades and learning development, who are passionate about workplace training, skills transfer, and competence assurance in a regulated industrial environment.
Sasol is a global integrated energy and chemicals company with a proud 75-year heritage. The organisation places people at the centre of its success and invests continuously in employee development, transformation, and inclusive growth.
Position Overview
- Job Title: Learning Practitioner
- Job ID: 10529
- Location: Secunda, Mpumalanga
- Operating Model Entity: EOP – Secunda Operations
- Posting Date: 2 February 2026
- Closing Date: 6 February 2026
This position supports Sasol’s power station environment, including Mills, Boilers, and Ash Plant operations, and plays a critical role in ensuring legal compliance, operational competence, and skills sustainability.
Purpose of the Role
The Learning Practitioner is responsible for identifying learning and skills development needs, selecting and applying appropriate learning methodologies, developing and updating training materials, and facilitating learning interventions and assessments. The role ensures that employees and learners meet statutory, operational, and quality requirements within the power station environment.
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
Learning Needs and Skills Development
- Conduct skills gap analyses by comparing current competence against required standards
- Identify appropriate learning interventions to close skills gaps
- Assess target populations and determine whether learning interventions need to be developed or adapted
- Support line management in evaluating competence using standard proficiency criteria
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Training Delivery and Facilitation
- Facilitate formal classroom-based and on-the-job learning interventions
- Apply a range of learning methodologies aligned to the 70:20:10 learning model
- Develop structured, fit-for-purpose learning plans in collaboration with employees, subject matter experts, and line managers
Assessment, Compliance, and Quality Assurance
- Conduct NQF-aligned assessments and workplace evaluations
- Confirm successful completion of learning interventions
- Support the competency declaration process
- Ensure compliance with ISO standards, Sasol learning frameworks, and legal requirements
- Participate in TRA reviews, PDAs, HAZOPs, and MOCs where required
Learning Administration and Reporting
- Update and maintain employee learning records on the learning management system
- Track and monitor progress against agreed learning plans
- Investigate deviations and agree on corrective actions with stakeholders
- Develop and maintain monthly and annual learning progress reports
Continuous Improvement and Governance
- Review and update learning material and training modules as required
- Monitor the effectiveness and return on investment of learning technologies
- Support line management with updating standard operating procedures and training documentation
- Provide guidance on skills development, workplace skills plans, and learning sustainability
Minimum Qualifications and Education Requirements
Applicants must meet the following educational criteria:
- Grade 12 or N3 with Mathematics, Physical Science, and English
- Occupational Trade Certificate: Mechanical Red Seal
- Certificate in ETDP (advantageous)
- Qualified NQF Level 4 Constituent Assessor (advantageous)
- Diploma or similar qualification in training will be an advantage
Experience Requirements
- Minimum of 8 years relevant working experience in a technical and training-related environment
Required Skills and Competencies
This role requires strong technical, learning, and leadership capabilities, including:
- Learning and Development strategy, facilitation, and administration
- Content design, assessments, moderation, and quality assurance
- Face-to-face and virtual learning facilitation
- Digital literacy and learning technology integration
- Coaching, mentoring, and people advocacy
- Strong communication, decision-making, and accountability
- Ability to manage complexity and lead projects in a high-risk operational environment
Employment Equity and Inclusion
Sasol is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In line with its Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants from designated groups and persons with disabilities. Sasol is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Application and Selection Process
Sasol uses an automated recruitment process to manage high volumes of applications.
Applicants who do not receive feedback within 60 days after the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.
Closing Date
Applications close on 6 February 2026. Late applications will not be considered.
Conclusion
The Sasol Learning Practitioner 2026 role in Secunda is a senior, impactful opportunity for experienced mechanical trade professionals who want to shape workforce competence, safety, and performance in a world-class industrial operation. With a strong focus on compliance, learning quality, and skills sustainability, this position offers the chance to contribute meaningfully to Sasol’s operational excellence and people development agenda.
