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.

This guide provides an overview of Sasol Driver careers in South Africa, popular site-level listings, latest job opportunities, employee salaries and benefits, required qualifications and skills, and how to apply.

Latest Sasol Driver Job Opportunities

Sasol driver positions are actively advertised across key operational regions in South Africa. Based on the latest listings from the Sasol Careers Portal and job boards:

For the most current listings, visit the official Sasol Careers Portal at www.sasol.com/careers or search “Sasol Driver” on www.indeed.co.za, www.pnet.co.za, and www.careers24.com.

Salary and Employee Benefits

Salaries for Sasol Driver roles in South Africa vary by licence class, vehicle type, cargo type, and operational site. Typical ranges as of 2026:

• 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

Additional compensation and benefits commonly offered include:

• 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

Salaries are based on data from Indeed, Glassdoor, PNet, and Sasol postings as of 2026.

Qualifications and Skills Required

Sasol driver roles require a valid driving licence appropriate to the vehicle or tanker class, with strong emphasis on hazardous materials compliance, petrochemical site safety, and adherence to Sasol’s strict health, safety, environment, and quality (HSEQ) standards.

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

How to Apply

To apply for Sasol Driver jobs in South Africa, follow these steps:

Step 1: Prepare Documents

• Updated CV detailing your driving experience, vehicle and tanker types operated, and any petrochemical, fuel distribution, mining, or industrial logistics background
• Certified copies of your Driver’s Licence and PDP
• Certified copy of your South African ID document
• Copies of all relevant competency and safety certificates (ADR, Tanker Endorsement, Defensive Driving, Forklift, etc.)
• References from previous employers, fleet managers, or plant site supervisors
• Medical fitness certificate from an occupational health practitioner (advantageous to obtain before applying)

Step 2: Official Sasol Careers Portal

• Visit the official careers portal: www.sasol.com/careers
• Create a profile and upload your CV and supporting documents to apply for available driver positions
• Also search www.indeed.co.za, www.pnet.co.za, www.careers24.com, and www.engineering-jobs.co.za for additional Sasol and contractor listings
• Note that many Sasol site-level driver roles, particularly at Secunda and Sasolburg, are filled through approved logistics contractors and service providers  search for companies such as Imperial Logistics, Unitrans, and Barloworld Transport who supply drivers and tanker operators to Sasol operations