SAB Supply Vacancies 2026 | 6 Engineering & Manufacturing Jobs | Apply Online
South African Breweries (SAB) is recruiting for six exciting opportunities within its Supply division. These vacancies are ideal for professionals and graduates looking to build rewarding careers in brewing, engineering, manufacturing, maintenance and production operations.
Working at SAB means joining a global organisation that values innovation, teamwork, safety and continuous improvement. Successful candidates will contribute to producing high-quality products while working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with opportunities for career growth and development.
Available Vacancies
| Position | Department |
|---|---|
| Brewing Operator | Brewing |
| Utilities Machine Specialist | Utilities / Engineering |
| Brewing Team Leader-1 | Brewing Operations |
| Injection Moulding Operator | Manufacturing |
| Packaging Maintenance Controller | Packaging Engineering |
| Engineering Trainee | Engineering Graduate Programme |
1. Brewing Operator
Overview
SAB is looking for a Brewing Operator to join its Brewing team. The successful candidate will safely operate brewing processes, monitor product quality, perform routine maintenance and support continuous improvement initiatives to ensure the production of high-quality beverages while maintaining operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
-Operate brewing, fermentation and filtration processes.
-Monitor brewing equipment to optimise plant performance.
-Perform quality control checks and laboratory analyses.
-Carry out routine maintenance activities.
-Complete housekeeping duties using 5S principles.
-Follow standard operating procedures and safe work practices.
-Record production and quality information accurately.
-Identify production issues and apply problem-solving techniques.
-Escalate unresolved operational problems when necessary.
-Participate in shift meetings and production reviews.
-Complete shift handovers and communicate operational issues.
-Coach and support fellow team members.
-Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants should have:
- A Diploma in Food Science, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
- Basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and SAP.
- Good communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work shifts.
- Strong teamwork and analytical skills.
2. Utilities Machine Specialist
Overview
The Utilities Machine Specialist will provide specialist engineering support for utilities equipment and maintenance activities. The role focuses on ensuring the reliability of plant equipment, supporting maintenance teams and driving continuous improvement across utilities operations.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
- Provide specialist support to shift maintenance teams.
- Assist with technical troubleshooting and equipment fault finding.
- Participate in planned maintenance activities.
- Carry out routine inspections, cleaning and lubrication.
- Perform running repairs on utilities equipment.
- Resolve engineering problems using structured problem-solving methods.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with engineering standards and safe work practices.
- Maintain high housekeeping standards.
- Complete maintenance documentation and SAP records.
- Assist engineering teams with equipment reliability improvements.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants should have:
- An N6 qualification or National Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
- A Trade Test as a Millwright or Electrician.
- 3โ5 years’ experience in a utilities production environment.
- Utilities maintenance workshop experience.
- CAT-B refrigeration experience.
- Knowledge of boilers, COโ purification, ammonia plants, effluent water systems and reticulation systems.
- Strong technical troubleshooting skills.
3. Brewing Team Leader-1
Overview
SAB is seeking an experienced Brewing Team Leader to supervise operational shift teams and ensure production targets, quality standards and maintenance activities are achieved. The successful candidate will provide leadership, coach team members and drive operational excellence within the brewing department.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
- Lead shift teams to achieve production targets.
- Coordinate maintenance activities during shifts.
- Support brewing artisans with equipment repairs.
- Monitor product quality and ensure quality standards are met.
- Analyse production trends and resolve operational issues.
- Lead daily shift meetings and production reviews.
- Coordinate effective shift handovers.
- Coach, mentor and develop team members.
- Drive waste reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Monitor team performance and ensure accountability.
- Support HR processes and employee development.
- Lead problem-solving activities to improve plant performance.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants should have:
- A Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Biological Sciences.
- A Brewing Diploma (AME/IBD) will be an advantage.
- Successful completion of a Brewing Technical Trainee Programme will be advantageous.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication, planning and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
4. Injection Moulding Operator
Overview
SAB is recruiting an Injection Moulding Operator to support its manufacturing operations by operating and maintaining injection moulding equipment. The successful candidate will ensure production targets, quality standards and safety requirements are consistently achieved while contributing to continuous process improvements.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
- Operate injection moulding equipment safely and efficiently.
- Monitor production processes to achieve productivity targets.
- Interpret and implement daily production plans.
- Operate manual and automated production equipment.
- Ensure product quality meets company standards.
- Record production data and monitor process performance.
- Identify process deviations and take corrective action.
- Apply quick-fix routines and structured problem-solving techniques.
- Maintain a safe and healthy working environment.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the manufacturing area.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants should have:
- Grade 12 (National Senior Certificate).
- A post-matric qualification such as an N4, National Diploma or equivalent.
- Experience working in an Injection Moulding environment.
- Good communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a production environment while maintaining safety and quality standards.
5. Packaging Maintenance Controller
Overview
The Packaging Maintenance Controller will lead maintenance activities within the packaging department to ensure equipment reliability, minimise breakdowns and improve overall production efficiency. This position requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills and experience in preventative and predictive maintenance.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
- Manage packaging maintenance activities across production areas.
- Lead teams of artisans responsible for packaging equipment.
- Reduce equipment breakdowns through preventative maintenance.
- Implement and monitor planned maintenance schedules.
- Drive continuous improvement using VPO tools.
- Monitor maintenance costs and budget performance.
- Ensure engineering standards are maintained.
- Coach and develop engineering and maintenance staff.
- Lead fault-finding and engineering problem-solving activities.
- Ensure compliance with safety, hygiene and housekeeping standards.
- Conduct performance reviews and manage team objectives.
- Support quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants should have:
- A National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Millwright.
- A Trade Test as a Fitter and Turner, Millwright or Electrician.
- A Maintenance Diploma will be an advantage.
- Experience in an FMCG manufacturing environment.
- 3โ5 years’ experience in preventative and predictive maintenance.
- Strong leadership and project management skills.
- Knowledge of VPO and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Good understanding of SHE policies and manufacturing processes.
6. Engineering Trainee
Overview
SAB is offering an exciting opportunity for graduates to join its Engineering Trainee Programme. This structured 18-month programme is designed to provide practical workplace experience, technical development and exposure to brewery operations, preparing graduates for future engineering roles within the business.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
- Participate in structured on-the-job engineering training.
- Gain practical experience across different brewery departments.
- Develop technical knowledge of manufacturing equipment and processes.
- Participate in engineering and continuous improvement projects.
- Apply VPO (Voyager Plant Optimisation) principles.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot engineering problems.
- Participate in cross-functional team activities.
- Take part in leadership development opportunities.
- Communicate technical learnings and project outcomes.
- Build the skills required for future engineering responsibilities.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants should have one of the following qualifications:
- BSc, BEng or BTech in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Energy or Mechatronics Engineering.
- BSc Chemical Engineering.
- BSc/BTech in Biotechnology, Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry or Biology.
- Passion for engineering and manufacturing.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good communication and teamwork abilities.
- Willingness to learn and develop within a structured graduate programme.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted directly through the employer’s official recruitment platform before the closing date.
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