Want practical engineering experience inside a real production environment? This Technical Trainee programme offers hands-on exposure to packaging operations, troubleshooting, and brewery production systems across multiple South African sites.
If you have a BSc or BTech in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering plus packaging experience, this opportunity can help you build technical skills while working in large-scale manufacturing. Applications close on 15 May 2026.
QUICK FACTS
• Closing Date: 15 May 2026
• Salary/Stipend: Not stated
• Location: Alrode Brewery, Chamdor Brewery, Prospecton Brewery, Rosslyn Brewery
• Minimum Requirements: BSc, BTech or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering plus 2 years packaging experience
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
This is an 18-month Technical Trainee programme designed to give engineering graduates practical exposure to packaging production operations within a brewery environment.
The programme combines hands-on learning, self-study, troubleshooting, project participation, and operational experience. Successful trainees will develop technical capability and gain experience working with packaging equipment, production systems, and packaging teams across multiple brewery sites.
WHO SHOULD APPLY
• Candidates with a BSc, BTech, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering
• Applicants with at least 2 years of packaging experience
• South African citizens with legal work authorisation
• Candidates willing to relocate or work across different sites in South Africa
• Individuals with strong problem-solving and technical troubleshooting ability
• Applicants who can work in production and manufacturing environments
Added advantage:
• Experience participating in operational or production improvement projects
PROGRAMME / JOB BENEFITS
• 18-month structured trainee programme
• Hands-on technical and production experience
• Exposure to brewery packaging operations
• Opportunity to participate in engineering and production projects
• Development of troubleshooting and leadership skills
• Experience working in large-scale manufacturing environments
WHAT YOU WILL GAIN
This opportunity can help you gain experience in:
• Packaging production systems and equipment operations
• Technical troubleshooting and problem diagnosis
• Production project participation and process improvement
• Applying supply and operational excellence principles
• Communicating technical solutions across teams
• Working in a fast-paced brewery and manufacturing environment
KEY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
• Gain understanding of packaging equipment operations and production principles
• Participate in packaging projects aligned with operational priorities
• Apply VPO and supply excellence principles in daily operations
• Diagnose and troubleshoot production and packaging issues
• Participate in packaging team structures and leadership activities
• Share technical learnings and operational solutions across teams
LOCATIONS AND REFERENCE NUMBERS
South Africa
• Alrode Brewery – Ref No: 30093968
• Chamdor Brewery – Ref No: 30093968
• Prospecton Brewery x2 – Ref No: 30093968
• Rosslyn Brewery – Ref No: 30093968
HOW TO APPLY
- Prepare your updated CV and supporting documents
- Ensure your engineering qualification and packaging experience are clearly shown on your application
- Apply online for the Technical Trainee: Packaging Production programme
- Use reference number: 30093968
- Submit your application before 15 May 2026
IMPORTANT NOTES
• The programme duration is 18 months
• Candidates must have legal work authorisation in South Africa
• Geographical mobility within South Africa is required
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
• Internal applicants require line manager approval
• Appointments will be made in line with employment equity and talent requirements
FINAL WORD
If you want practical engineering experience in packaging production and manufacturing, this trainee programme offers structured exposure across major brewery sites in South Africa. Make sure your application is submitted before 15 May 2026.