Energy company PetroSA is inviting unemployed graduates to apply for its Graduate in Training (GIT) Programme for 2026, based at the company’s operations in Mossel Bay in the Western Cape.
The programme gives engineering graduates the chance to gain practical workplace experience inside South Africa’s petrochemical sector. Participants work alongside experienced engineers and project teams while building technical skills needed in large industrial operations.
Applications close on 11 March 2026.
Programme Overview
The Graduate in Training programme is designed for recent graduates who need structured workplace exposure before entering the engineering industry.
Programme: Graduate in Training (GIT)
Location: Mossel Bay, Western Cape
Industry: Energy and petrochemical sector
Experience level: Entry-level graduate training
Work environment: Office and project-based
Participants will work with engineering and technical teams responsible for supporting operations at PetroSA’s Mossel Bay facilities.
Engineering Fields Accepted
Applicants must hold a qualification in one of the following engineering disciplines.
- Mechanical Engineering
- Control Systems Engineering
- Electronics Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering or Metallurgy
- Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
These disciplines support plant operations, maintenance systems, and engineering projects within petrochemical facilities.
What Graduates Will Do
Graduates will gain exposure to technical and operational environments while assisting engineering teams with project work.
Typical responsibilities include
- Supporting engineering teams on project activities
- Conducting technical research and operational analysis
- Preparing reports and documentation for internal teams
- Assisting with engineering project coordination
- Observing and learning from experienced engineers and technical specialists
- Maintaining records of training progress and development activities
The programme focuses on building practical understanding of engineering operations in a real industrial setting.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria.
- Be a South African citizen
- Be an unemployed graduate requiring practical workplace experience
- Have no previous graduate internship experience
- Not currently studying or planning to study during 2026
- Be medically fit to work in an industrial environment
Applicants may apply for one opportunity only.
Employment Equity
PetroSA supports workplace diversity and employment equity.
Preference may be given to candidates from designated groups, including persons living with disabilities, in line with the organisation’s Employment Equity policies.
How to Apply
- Applications must be submitted through the PetroSA online recruitment portal.
- Only online applications will be considered.
- Applicants should ensure that all required information is completed before submitting their application.
APPLY FOR PETROSA GRADUATE ENGINEERING PROGRAMME 2026
Application Deadline
Closing date: 11 March 2026
Late applications may not be considered.