Sasol Driver Vacancies | Open Positions

A Sasol Driver operates light, heavy, and specialised vehicles to transport personnel, chemicals, petroleum products, equipment, and operational materials across Sasol's mining, petrochemical, gas, and energy production facilities.

As one of South Africa's largest integrated energy and chemical companies, Sasol has a significant operational footprint across the country, offering structured and well-remunerated driving careers within its mining, logistics, supply chain, and plant operations divisions.

Location Opportunities

  • Secunda, Mpumalanga – Personnel transport, chemical and fuel product logistics, and plant operations driving at Sasol's flagship Synfuels complex
  • Sasolburg, Free State – Light and heavy vehicle driving, personnel shuttling, and materials transport at chemical and energy operations
  • Johannesburg, Gauteng – Corporate vehicle driving, personnel transport, and logistics coordination at Sasol head office and distribution hubs
  • Emalahleni, Mpumalanga – Mine site vehicle operations, materials transport, and personnel shuttling at coal mining operations
  • Durban, KwaZulu-Natal – Bulk fuel and chemical product transport and distribution logistics along KwaZulu-Natal routes
  • Cape Town, Western Cape – Fuel distribution, personnel transport, and regional logistics operations
  • Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal – Port logistics, bulk chemical and fuel transport, and operational vehicle driving
  • Polokwane, Limpopo – Regional fuel distribution and personnel transport operations
  • Bloemfontein, Free State – Regional fuel and chemical distribution and personnel transport

Salary and Employee Benefits

  • Code 8 / light vehicle, personnel transport, and site driving – ZAR 9,000–14,000 per month
  • Code 10 / materials, equipment, and supply chain delivery – ZAR 14,000–20,000 per month
  • Code 14 / bulk fuel, chemical tanker, and heavy haulage transport – ZAR 20,000–32,000 per month
  • Specialised Tanker and Hazmat Driver (ADR certified) – ZAR 25,000–40,000+ per month depending on cargo class and operational site
  • Shift allowances and night shift premiums – applicable across Sasol's 24-hour continuous plant and logistics operations
  • Danger and hazardous materials allowances – for roles transporting petroleum products, chemicals, and regulated substances
  • Performance bonuses – based on operational targets, safety records, and fleet compliance KPIs
  • Medical aid contributions – comprehensive medical cover included in the Sasol employment package
  • Pension or provident fund contributions as part of the total remuneration package
  • Housing or accommodation allowance – provided for remote and site-based operational roles at Secunda and Sasolburg
  • Meals and transport – provided on site for operational shift workers
  • Sasol learning and development programmes – structured training and skills development investment for career advancement within the group
  • Uniform and PPE – fully provided and maintained by Sasol, including specialist chemical-resistant PPE where required
  • Employee wellness and occupational health programme – access to Sasol's on-site medical and wellness services

Licences and Certifications

  • Code 8 (B) Driver's Licence – minimum requirement for light vehicle and personnel transport roles
  • Code 10 (C) or Code 14 (EC) Driver's Licence – required for materials delivery, tanker operations, heavy haulage, and bulk transport roles
  • Professional Driving Permit (PDP) – required for all commercial, tanker, and personnel transport roles; must be valid and current
  • ADR (Accord Dangereux Routier) Dangerous Goods Certificate – required for all roles transporting petroleum products, chemicals, liquefied gases, and hazardous substances; must be valid and regularly renewed
  • Tanker Endorsement – required for bulk liquid fuel and chemical tanker driving roles
  • Defensive Driving Certificate – required or strongly preferred across all Sasol driver roles
  • Forklift Operator Certificate – advantageous for roles involving warehouse, stores, and materials handling at plant facilities

Education

  • Grade 10 minimum acceptable; Grade 12 (Matric) strongly preferred by Sasol
  • No tertiary qualification required for driver roles
  • Literacy and numeracy competency assessed as part of the Sasol recruitment and induction process

Experience

  • 2–5 years of verified driving experience in the relevant licence class preferred
  • Prior experience in a petrochemical, fuel distribution, mining, or heavy industrial environment strongly advantageous
  • Experience operating chemical tankers, fuel bowsers, or bulk liquid transport vehicles is an advantage for senior driver roles
  • Demonstrated knowledge of hazardous materials handling procedures and South African dangerous goods road transport regulations
  • A clean, unendorsed driving record is required for all positions
  • A clear safety record with no major workplace incidents or hazmat violations is required

Key Skills and Attributes

  • Thorough knowledge of Sasol's site traffic management rules, plant access protocols, and HSEQ standards
  • Ability to operate light, heavy, and tanker vehicles safely in active petrochemical plant, mining, and distribution environments
  • Ability to complete trip sheets, vehicle pre-trip inspection checklists, dangerous goods consignment notes, and transport logbooks accurately
  • Sound understanding of hazardous materials (Hazmat) classification, placarding, spill response procedures, and emergency protocols
  • Proficiency with fleet tracking systems, two-way radios, and site communication protocols
  • Professional and safety-conscious approach to personnel transport, chemical handling, and fuel product distribution
  • Physically fit and able to meet Sasol's medical fitness standards for operational site access
  • Reliable, punctual, and able to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and public holidays across continuous plant operations
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