SAB Packaging Learnership Programme 2026
South African Breweries (SAB), part of the global giant AB InBev, is offering a 12-month Packaging Learnership for unemployed South African youth. This program provides both theoretical and practical workplace experience, leading to a nationally recognized qualification.
1. Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Employer | South African Breweries (SAB) |
| Qualification | National Certificate in Food and Beverage Packaging (NQF Level 3) |
| Duration | 12 Months (Fixed-term contract) |
| Stipend | Monthly allowance provided during the period |
| Closing Date | 26 February 2026 |
2. Placement Locations
Successful applicants may be placed at various SAB production sites across South Africa, including:
Chamdor, Alrode, Rosslyn, Polokwane, Prospecton, Ibhayi, and Newlands.
3. Minimum Entry Requirements
Education: Grade 12 (Matric) with a pass in both Mathematics and English.
Status: Must be currently unemployed at the time of application.
Citizenship: Must be a South African citizen.
Commitment: Willingness to commit to a full 12-month program.
Advantageous: N3, N4, N5, or N6 technical qualifications and prior exposure to a manufacturing or technical environment.
4. Key Responsibilities & Learning
Machinery Operation: Learn to operate and monitor high-speed packaging equipment.
Quality & Safety: Follow strict food safety standards, hygiene protocols, and quality assurance checks.
Theory: Complete classroom-based learning on packaging principles and production workflows.
Problem Solving: Learn to identify and report production faults and work within a team-based environment.
5. Personal Attributes
SAB is looking for candidates who demonstrate:
High levels of self-motivation and a strong willingness to learn.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to follow complex instructions.
Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.
6. How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via SAB's official recruitment platform.
Visit the
SAB Careers Portal .Search for the Packaging Learnership 2026 listing.
Upload your updated CV and certified copies of your Matric certificate and ID.
7. Why Join?
World-Class Standards: Gain exposure to global manufacturing and packaging standards.
Employability: A recognized NQF Level 3 certificate significantly improves your chances of finding permanent work in the food, beverage, or pharmaceutical industries.
Transition: Many former learners have secured permanent positions within SAB or the wider AB InBev group after completion.
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