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Company overview
About TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa
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Industry
ENERGY
Locations
Johannesburg (Head Office) · Cape Town · Durban · Nationwide (Service Stations and Commercial Operations)
Company size
900+
Indicative pay
R12,000–R95,000/month
Head office
Johannesburg (Head Office)
Founded
1954
Official website
www.totalenergies.co.zaOfficial careers
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TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa is the local subsidiary of TotalEnergies SE — the French multinational energy company — operating a national service station network, a lubricants and specialty fluids business, and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) operations across South Africa. TotalEnergies SE has uniquely positioned itself among the global oil majors as the company most explicitly committed to a broad energy transition — producing oil, gas, and renewables, with significant solar and wind energy investments globally under the TotalEnergies banner.
In South Africa, the company employs approximately 900 people at its Johannesburg head office and in regional commercial, technical, and operations roles across the country. The South African operation manages one of the country's largest service station networks under the TotalEnergies brand, with fuel distribution, lubricants sales, and LPG supply as core commercial activities.
Total Lubrifiants — sold under Quartz, Rubia, and other trade names — serves consumer and industrial markets including mining, agriculture, and commercial transport. LPG distribution through Total Gas serves domestic and commercial customers.
TotalEnergies' global energy transition strategy — with explicit targets for solar, wind, and hydrogen capacity — means the parent's context is broader than traditional oil companies. This creates a working environment where energy transition topics are part of corporate strategy discussions, not just external ESG reporting.
The French corporate heritage brings a collaborative intellectual culture. Salaries are competitive within the South African energy sector.
Profile details are compiled from public information and may vary by role, location and campaign. This is not a statement from TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa.
Review snapshot
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Public rating context
Glassdoor 4.0
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Indicative pay
R12,000–R95,000/month
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Roles to explore
8
Fuel Commercial Manager · Lubricants Sales Engineer
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Glassdoor
4.0
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What the workplace research suggests
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ShiftMate's editorial reading of the information collected for this profile is that TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa may be most relevant to sa energy and commercial professionals who want a french multinational employer with an explicit global energy transition strategy, competitive salaries, and genuine international career access across 130+ countries.
The workplace context recorded for this profile indicates: TotalEnergies SA blends traditional oil and gas commercial operations with a parent company strategy that is more explicitly committed to energy transition than BP or Shell. French corporate culture brings intellectual collaboration and thoroughness. Commercial roles serve fuel, lubricants and LPG clients with technical product knowledge. The Johannesburg head office is a professional energy sector environment with global TotalEnergies accountability.
The listed pay signal is R12,000–R95,000/month. It is an indicative range rather than an offer, so check the current vacancy for the rate, working hours and any campaign-specific terms.
One point to verify before applying is: SA fuel distribution is subject to government price regulation — commercial flexibility is constrained
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Day-to-day picture
Working at TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa
Work environment
TotalEnergies SA blends traditional oil and gas commercial operations with a parent company strategy that is more explicitly committed to energy transition than BP or Shell. French corporate culture brings intellectual collaboration and thoroughness.
Commercial roles serve fuel, lubricants and LPG clients with technical product knowledge. The Johannesburg head office is a professional energy sector environment with global TotalEnergies accountability.
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Who it may suit
SA energy and commercial professionals who want a French multinational employer with an explicit global energy transition strategy, competitive salaries, and genuine international career access across 130+ countries
Training is listed for some roles. Confirm the format and eligibility in the current vacancy.
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Roles and pay
TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa roles to explore
Role names and pay signals help with research; they are not a promise of a current vacancy or offer.
Role areas
- Fuel Commercial ManagerR12,000–R95,000/month
- Lubricants Sales EngineerR12,000–R95,000/month
- LPG Sales SpecialistR12,000–R95,000/month
- Key Account ManagerR12,000–R95,000/month
- Retail Network ManagerR12,000–R95,000/month
- Finance AnalystR12,000–R95,000/month
- HSE SpecialistR12,000–R95,000/month
- Operations CoordinatorR12,000–R95,000/month
Pay context
R12,000–R95,000/month
Pay can differ by role, shift pattern, location, campaign, qualifications and experience. Confirm the actual rate before accepting an offer.
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Compare the trade-offs
Benefits and considerations at TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa
Potential positives
- ✓French energy major with explicit global energy transition strategy
- ✓Service station, lubricants and LPG operations in SA
- ✓TotalEnergies brand across oil, gas and renewables globally
- ✓French corporate collaborative culture
- ✓Global TotalEnergies career network across 130+ countries
- ✓French energy major with the most explicit global energy transition strategy among oil majors — exposure to solar, wind and hydrogen strategic context alongside traditional energy operations
- ✓Lubricants and specialty fluids technical sales creates valuable engineering application expertise
- ✓Global TotalEnergies network across 130+ countries creates genuine international career opportunities
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Questions to ask
- •SA fuel distribution is subject to government price regulation — commercial flexibility is constrained
- •900 direct SA employees — modest domestic team for a global energy company; senior career progression typically requires international assignment
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Listed benefits
- •Medical aid contributions
- •Retirement fund contributions
- •Annual performance bonuses
- •Fuel discounts for employees
- •Career development programmes
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Before you apply
Hiring and interview guidance for TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa
Hiring process
za or via local South African job platforms. Applications undergo initial screening for relevant degrees or diplomas, followed by online aptitude assessments, technical interviews and reference checks, with a valid driver’s licence verified for field positions in the service station network or LPG operations.
The process from application to offer typically spans six to ten weeks. Applicants should prepare by reviewing TotalEnergies’ low-carbon energy strategy and linking their engineering or science background to the lubricants and specialty fluids business.
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Interview process
TotalEnergies SA recruits through its global careers portal and SA professional networks. Commercial roles complete a competency interview.
Technical lubricants and specialty fluid roles require engineering qualification documentation. Background verification is standard.
Processes typically complete within four to six weeks.
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What to confirm
Relevant degree or diploma for commercial and technical roles; engineering or science background for lubrication and specialty fluids roles; valid driver's licence for field positions
Use the official careers channel or current listing. Never pay an employer or recruiter to apply for a job.
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Common questions
TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa review FAQs
What jobs are available at TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa in South Africa?
This profile lists Fuel Commercial Manager, Lubricants Sales Engineer, LPG Sales Specialist, Key Account Manager and 4 other role types for TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa, with locations including Johannesburg (Head Office) and Cape Town, Durban. These are role types to explore, not a promise of a current vacancy. Check the live listings or the employer's careers page before applying.
How much does TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa pay per month in South Africa?
ShiftMate's public-market pay estimate for TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa is R12,000–R95,000/month per month, with the lower and upper ends shown as R12,000 and R95,000/month. Glassdoor shows a 4.0/5 employer rating. This is an indicative range, not an offer: pay can differ by role, location, campaign and experience. Confirm the rate in the live vacancy.
What qualifications do I need to apply at TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa?
This profile lists the following entry requirements: Relevant degree or diploma for commercial and technical roles; engineering or science background for lubrication and specialty fluids roles; valid driver's licence for field positions Training is listed as available, but the exact onboarding and experience requirements can vary by vacancy.
Where is TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa located in South Africa?
This profile lists TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa locations as Johannesburg (Head Office), Cape Town, Durban and Nationwide (Service Stations and Commercial Operations). Check the specific vacancy for site requirements, as different campaigns may run from different offices.
Is TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa a good place to work in South Africa?
Glassdoor rates TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa at 4.0/5. Public-source research highlights french energy major with the most explicit global energy transition strategy among oil majors — exposure to solar, wind and hydrogen strategic context alongside traditional energy operations and lubricants and specialty fluids technical sales creates valuable engineering application expertise as possible positives. A public-source concern to consider is sa fuel distribution is subject to government price regulation — commercial flexibility is constrained. The profile may be most relevant to sa energy and commercial professionals who want a french multinational employer with an explicit global energy transition strategy, competitive salaries, and genuine international career access across 130+ countries.
Does TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa provide training for new employees?
Training is listed for some TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa roles. The type, duration and eligibility can vary by vacancy, so confirm what is included in the current job description or interview.
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