BOTASH

Are you an ambitious Analytical Chemistry student completing your National Diploma and seeking practical workplace exposure? BOTASH SA invites eligible South African University of Technology students to apply for its 2025 In-Service Trainee P1 & P2 Programme. This structured, one-year opportunity is designed to help students fulfill the in-service training component of their academic requirements through real-world lab and technical experience.

This is more than a placement—this is the launchpad to your future in the chemical industry!

🌟 Why Choose BOTASH SA’s P1 & P2 Programme?

BOTASH SA is a leading producer of natural soda ash and salt, committed to skills development and workplace integration for emerging professionals in the science and engineering fields. As an In-Service Trainee in Analytical Chemistry, you’ll gain:

Hands-on laboratory experience in a chemical plant environment
Exposure to industry-relevant safety standards
Real projects and reporting responsibilities under expert supervision
A platform to grow your technical and soft skills

🔬 Key Responsibilities

Your in-service training will include:

Adhering to laboratory safety protocols
Conducting chemical analyses and performing related calculations
Contributing to project planning and execution
Compiling technical reports and lab documentation
Supporting quality control initiatives across the department

✅ Minimum Requirements

To be eligible, applicants must:

Have completed S4 subjects in a National Diploma: Analytical Chemistry
Hold a minimum 60% average, with at least 65% in major subjects
Submit a Statement of Results and a placement letter from their university
Have no prior work experience in the field
Be able to pass a medical examination
Attach recently certified copies of academic records
Clearly quote reference number INSTAC-06-25 in the application

🔑 Key Competencies

Strong written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail and organizational ability
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
A team player mindset with eagerness to learn
Ability to work under supervision in a professional lab environment

♿ Employment Equity

BOTASH SA supports diversity and inclusion. Preference will be given in line with the company’s Employment Equity policy, and applications from people with disabilities are strongly encouraged.

📧 How to Apply

To apply for the BOTASH SA In-Service Training Programme 2025:

👉 Email your CV and supporting documents to:
Careers@botash.co.za

Please ensure:

Your email quotes the reference number INSTAC-06-25
All documents are submitted directly to HR
The university placement letter and academic records are attached

🚫 Note: Applications that are not submitted directly to HR will not be considered.

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📝 Top CV Tips for Analytical Chemistry In-Service Training

✅ Highlight Relevant Coursework
Include chemistry-related subjects, especially analytical and instrumental methods, with your marks if they are strong.

✅ Showcase Practical Projects
Mention lab experiments, group assignments, or simulations you’ve worked on that demonstrate your technical abilities.

✅ Include Technical Tools & Skills
List lab equipment you’re familiar with (e.g., titration, spectrometry) and your proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel).

✅ Professional Formatting
Use a clean, easy-to-read CV format with bullet points and clear section headers. Keep it concise—1 to 2 pages maximum.

✅ Include a Career Objective
Open your CV with a strong objective tailored to the in-service training, showing your commitment to learning and career development.

✅ Attach Supporting Documents
Don’t forget certified copies of your academic records and a letter from your institution confirming workplace training requirements.

🌐 Company Website: https://www.botash.co.za

To apply for this job email your details to Careers@botash.co.za