AB InBev (South African Breweries – SAB) is inviting unemployed South African youth to apply for its Packaging Learnership Programme 2026. This is a great opportunity to gain a nationally recognised qualification while getting hands-on experience at one of South Africa’s leading manufacturing companies.
Learnership Overview
- Programme: Packaging Learnership
- Qualification: National Certificate in Food and Beverage Packaging (NQF Level 3)
- Duration: 12 months (fixed-term contract)
- Location: Multiple sites across South Africa
- Closing Date: 12 February 2026
About AB InBev (SAB)
AB InBev is the world’s leading brewing company and the parent company of South African Breweries (SAB). Known for iconic brands and large-scale manufacturing operations, AB InBev is deeply committed to youth development, skills training, and long-term employability.
Through structured learnerships, the company supports young people with practical skills, mentorship, and accredited qualifications aligned with South Africa’s skills development goals.
About the Packaging Learnership Programme
The Packaging Learnership is a one-year programme that combines theoretical training with practical workplace experience in a real manufacturing environment.
Learners will be enrolled in a SAQA-registered National Certificate in Food and Beverage Packaging (NQF Level 3) and assessed against nationally recognised unit standards.
The programme includes:
- On-the-job training (practical experience)
- Off-the-job training (theoretical learning)
- Continuous assessments to measure workplace competence
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Key Responsibilities and Learning Outcomes
Learners will be expected to:
- Participate in a structured learning and development programme
- Complete theoretical modules during off-site training
- Apply theory in a live manufacturing and packaging environment
- Demonstrate workplace competence through ongoing assessments
Learnership Features
- Leads to a nationally recognised qualification
- Based on SAQA-registered unit standards
- Focuses on practical, workplace-relevant skills
- Uses multiple assessment methods to evaluate performance
Minimum Requirements
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Have Matric (Grade 12) with Mathematics and English
- Be unemployed South African youth
- Be self-motivated and eager to learn
- Have strong attention to detail
- Be able to work well within a team
💡 Advantage: Technical qualifications such as N3, N4, N5, or N6
Learnership Sites
Successful candidates may be placed at one of the following AB InBev sites:
- Chamdor
- Alrode
- Rosslyn
- Polokwane
- Prospecton
- Ibhayi
- Newlands
How to Apply
[Click here to apply for the AB InBev Packaging Learnership Programme 2026]
Make sure your application is submitted before the closing date.
Closing Date
12 February 2026
Late applications will not be considered.