Brewing Area Leader: Quality, Safety & Ops Excellence

AB InBev Group; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

AB InBev Group is seeking a Brewing Area Manager in the SAB brewing operations. You will lead area teams to deliver quality beer, manage processes, and ensure conformance to production plans while driving cost efficiency.

The role requires at least 2 years of production experience with a proven track record in brewing leadership, quality systems, and continuous improvement initiatives. The position is based in South Africa, Eastern Cape, Gqeberha, and focuses on VPO standards and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level or higher in a science or engineering field is required.
• Completed brewing traineeship and IBD papers 1,2,3.
• Master Brewer IBD qualification obtained; MB desirable.
• Minimum 2 years production experience with 1 year in a management role in Brewing.

Responsibilities

• Promote beer brewing quality excellence in the value chain.
• Communicate brewing processes and product quality information to teams.
• Lead problem solving and apply technical depth in brewing.
• Manage area cost controls and adherence to KPI targets.
• Audit area standards for quality, process, and work practices.
• Support CAPEX, VA projects, and trials for process and product optimisation.
• Ensure adherence to VPO seven pillars and environmental standards.
• Develop and coach brewing team members for current and future roles.

Skills

Brewing knowledge

Leadership

Quality systems

Financial awareness

Problem solving

Education

BSc in Biological Sciences/Chemistry/Chemical Eng

Master Brewer IBD

MB Qualification desirable

Tools

SAP modules

White belt

Job description

AB InBev Group is seeking a Brewing Area Manager in the SAB brewing operations. You will lead area teams to deliver quality beer, manage processes, and ensure conformance to production plans while driving cost efficiency.

The role requires at least 2 years of production experience with a proven track record in brewing leadership, quality systems, and continuous improvement initiatives. The position is based in South Africa, Eastern Cape, Gqeberha, and focuses on VPO standards and safety.