Management Trainee (Engineering)

The HEINEKEN Company; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage company is seeking recent graduates for its Management Trainee Programme in Engineering. Based in Johannesburg and Cape Town, this 18-month program offers hands-on experience in various supply chain functions, aiming to develop future leaders within the organization. Candidates will gain valuable insights into the beverage manufacturing process while enhancing their technical and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate in Engineering or related field.
• Strong motivation and readiness to learn.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the Management Trainee Programme.
• Gain exposure to various supply chain functions.
• Develop leadership skills in a real-world setting.

Job description

Overview

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Position: Management Trainee (Engineering x7)

Location: Cape Town & Johannesburg

Function: Supply Chain – Sub Function: Manufacturing

Type of Contract: Fixed Term

Reference Number: 144643

Closing Date: 03/10/2025

Immediate Superior: Engineering Manager

Job Title: Management Trainee Programme

Supply Chain

The Heineken Beverages Management Trainee Programme offers exceptional development opportunities to self-motivated, talented individuals. This fast-paced, accelerated learning environment provides customised development, experience and mentorship to help Trainees reach senior levels within Heineken Beverages. The programme aims to build competent, well-equipped leaders who can guide the business to the next level. Upon completion, you should have acquired the relevant technical and leadership skills to fit into a leadership position within one of the key Supply Chain functions of Heineken Beverages.

We are seeking 7 new graduates (2025) to specialised in the Engineering field at our Centre of Excellence and Manufacturing Plants within Supply Chain.

Duration: 18-month programme including exposure to supply chain support functions with emphasis on Planning, improvement projects, workplace exposure, stand-in periods for specific roles, and understanding the business value chain and core fundamentals.