SAB Quality In-Service Trainee Programme 2026

South African Breweries invites qualifying South African students to apply for three Quality In-Service Trainee opportunities for 2026.

Internship Application Closing Date: 28 July 2026

Internship Location: Chamdor Brewery, Gauteng, South Africa

SAB Quality In-Service Trainee Programme 2026

South African Breweries is recruiting three students for its Quality In-Service Trainee Programme at Chamdor Brewery.

The programme is aimed at third-year students studying towards a National Diploma in Biotechnology or Analytical Chemistry who require practical workplace exposure.

Successful trainees will support the core laboratory and help provide quality-related services across the brewery’s value chain.

Internship Programme Overview

Company: South African Breweries
Programme: Quality In-Service Trainee Programme
Number of positions: Three
Job requisition number: 30101176
Department: Quality and Laboratory Services
Location: Chamdor Brewery, Gauteng
Minimum qualification: Third-year National Diploma studies
Eligible fields: Biotechnology and Analytical Chemistry
Closing date: 28 July 2026
Application method: Online

Purpose of the Programme

The main purpose of the programme is to support the core laboratory in delivering quality services to different areas of the brewery’s value chain.

Successful candidates will gain practical experience in:

Laboratory operations
Sample analysis
Quality control
Equipment maintenance
Reporting non-conformances
Supporting production and operational teams
Working according to laboratory standards
Data recording and reporting

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must be studying towards a National Diploma in:

Biotechnology; or
Analytical Chemistry.

Applicants must be in their third year of study.

The opportunity is suitable for students who need practical workplace exposure as part of their qualifications.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Successful trainees will be responsible for:

Maintaining laboratory equipment.
Maintaining a clean and organised workplace.
Analysing samples.
Supporting the brewery’s value chain.
Reporting non-conformances.
Working with laboratory and operational teams.
Recording analytical results.
Following quality and safety procedures.
Supporting routine laboratory activities.

Laboratory Equipment Maintenance

The trainees will help ensure that laboratory equipment remains clean, functional and ready for use.

Responsibilities may include:

Cleaning equipment after use.
Checking equipment before testing.
Reporting faults or damage.
Following maintenance procedures.
Keeping work areas organised.
Ensuring that equipment is stored correctly.
Supporting routine calibration and inspection activities.

Sample Analysis

The successful candidates will assist with analysing samples according to approved laboratory procedures.

This may include:

Receiving and preparing samples.
Conducting routine tests.
Recording test results.
Comparing results with quality standards.
Identifying unusual results.
Reporting findings to supervisors.
Following laboratory safety requirements.
Maintaining accurate sample records.

Supporting the Value Chain

The Quality In-Service Trainees will provide laboratory support to different operational areas.

This may involve working with:

Production teams.
Packaging teams.
Quality-control personnel.
Warehouse teams.
Raw-material handling teams.
Technical specialists.
Laboratory staff.

The trainees will help ensure that quality information is available to support operational decisions.

Reporting Non-Conformances

Successful candidates will be expected to identify and report results or conditions that do not meet the required standards.

This may include:

Recording non-conforming results.
Informing the responsible team member.
Assisting with investigations.
Maintaining supporting records.
Following escalation procedures.
Supporting corrective-action processes.
Helping prevent repeated quality problems.

Skills and Competencies

Applicants should demonstrate:

Strong analytical ability.
Computer literacy.
Good communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Mental alertness.
Sound judgement.
Problem-solving ability.
Precision and accuracy.
Attention to detail.
Numerical ability.
Teamwork.
Willingness to learn.
Ability to follow laboratory procedures.

Computer Skills

Applicants should be able to use computer programmes extensively.

Relevant skills may include:

Microsoft Excel.
Microsoft Word.
Email and digital communication.
Laboratory information systems.
Data capturing.
Electronic reporting.
Basic analysis of test results.

Applicants should include relevant computer and laboratory software skills in their CVs.

Who Should Apply?

The programme is suitable for students who:

Are studying Biotechnology or Analytical Chemistry.
Are currently in their third year.
Need workplace exposure to support their qualification.
Have an interest in laboratory and quality-control work.
Can work accurately with samples and data.
Are comfortable working in a brewery or manufacturing environment.
Can follow strict safety and quality procedures.
Can work effectively as part of a team.

Documents Applicants Should Prepare

Applicants should prepare:

An updated CV.
A copy of their South African identity document.
Proof of registration.
A recent academic transcript.
A letter from their institution confirming workplace-experience requirements, where applicable.
Copies of relevant certificates.
Any additional documents requested on the application portal.

Applicants should ensure that their academic documents clearly show their field and year of study.

How to Apply for SAB Quality In-Service Trainee Programme 2026

Applications must be submitted through the official South African Breweries recruitment platform.

Click here to apply for SAB Quality In-Service Trainee Programme 2026

Use the following details to identify the opportunity:

Position: Quality In-Service Trainee x3
Job requisition number: 30101176

Applicants should:

Open the official vacancy page.
Create or access an applicant profile.
Complete all required application sections.
Upload an updated CV.
Upload academic and registration documents.
Review the application carefully.
Submit it before the closing date.

Internship Application Closing Date

Applications close on 28 July 2026.

Applicants should submit their applications early to avoid technical issues or incomplete submissions on the final day.

Important Application Advice

Before applying, confirm that:

You are studying towards a National Diploma in Biotechnology or Analytical Chemistry.
You are currently in your third year.
Your academic transcript is available.
Your CV contains updated contact details.
Your laboratory, analytical and computer skills are clearly listed.
All requested documents are uploaded.
The correct job requisition number is used.
Your application is submitted before 28 July 2026.

About South African Breweries

South African Breweries operates within the beverage-manufacturing industry and forms part of the AB InBev group.

Its quality and laboratory teams support production by testing samples, monitoring standards, reporting non-conformances and helping ensure that products meet required quality specifications.