Closing Date: 3 October 2025
Location: Cape Town & Johannesburg
Contract Type: Fixed Term (18 Months)
Reference Number: 144645
About the Programme
Are you ready to launch your career in a global business with endless opportunities? The Heineken Beverages Management Trainee Programme is designed to shape ambitious graduates into future leaders of the supply chain. This fast-paced, 18-month training journey offers hands-on learning, exposure to manufacturing operations, and mentorship from technical experts across the business.
The Packaging Trainee stream is now open for seven graduates who are passionate about engineering, innovation, and leadership within supply chain operations.
What You Can Expect
This programme gives trainees the chance to grow in both technical expertise and leadership. Highlights include:
- Immersive exposure to supply chain support functions, with a focus on planning.
- Participation in improvement projects and meaningful workplace experience.
- Stand-in periods for critical job roles, giving you real leadership exposure.
- Learning the end-to-end value chain and core business fundamentals.
- Mentorship and coaching from experienced technical leaders.
- A customised learning journey linked to an Action Learning Project with tangible business deliverables.
By the end of the programme, you’ll have the knowledge, confidence, and skills to step into a leadership role within Heineken Beverages.
Duration and Structure
- 18 months of structured learning and workplace exposure.
- Training across dynamic manufacturing environments.
- Challenging projects designed to stretch and grow your capabilities.
- Personal and professional development through mentorship and coaching.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- A Degree or BTech in BSc Engineering.
- South African citizenship.
- Strong academic record.
- Computer literacy.
- Proven leadership potential and a history of strong performance.
- Ability to interact effectively with diverse groups of people.
- Analytical mindset and strong problem-solving ability.
- Enthusiasm to make a positive impact in a fast-paced environment.
Locations
- Cape Town
- Johannesburg
Why Join Heineken Beverages?
At Heineken, we believe the secret to success is being ready when opportunity arrives. This programme provides:
- Accelerated career development.
- A pathway to leadership in supply chain.
- Exposure to real business challenges and innovation.
- The chance to join a global brand that values inclusion and diversity.
Employment Equity Commitment
Heineken Beverages (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer. The company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be applied during recruitment. We actively encourage applications from people with disabilities and are committed to a culture of inclusion and diversity.
Applicants must be fully eligible to live and work in South Africa.
How to Apply
Apply Online Heineken Beverages Management Trainee Programme 2025
Conclusion
The Heineken Beverages Management Trainee Programme 2025 – Packaging is the perfect launchpad for graduates eager to apply their engineering knowledge, grow into leadership, and make an impact in the world of supply chain. With only seven positions available, this is a highly competitive opportunity not to be missed.
📌 Closing Date: 3 October 2025