South African Breweries (SAB) Production In-Service Trainee Programme 2026

About the Company

South African Breweries (SAB), founded in 1895 and part of AB InBev, is one of South Africa’s leading beverage producers, known for brands like Castle Lager and Carling Black Label. The company plays an important role in the country’s manufacturing sector and supports skills development through internships, learnerships, and graduate programmes.

Role Purpose

The Key Purpose of this role is to support the Production process in providing service to the value chain. The in-service traineeship is an opportunity for students who are required to undergo experiential training as part of their curriculum. Students will enter into a 12-month, fixed term contract with Alrode Maltings during which they will undergo both on-the-job and off the-job learning to complete their National Diploma qualification.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Maintain equipment & workplace
• Analyze samples
• Communicate results timeously
• Support the value chain
• Report non-conformances
• Contribute to continued Quality improvement initiatives
• Work in teams
• Enhance and develop skills by completing tertiary requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Final year student completing National Diploma in: Logistics / Food Technology / Biochemistry / Microbiology
• Ability to utilize computer programmes extensively
• Analytical ability
• Communication skills and interpersonal skills

Key Attributes and Competencies

• Problem solving skills
• Precision and accuracy
• Attention to detail
• Numeracy
• Mental alertness and judgment