Vacant Jobs at The Heineken Company

Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

• Maintaining machinery and equipment on the site per required standard.
• Maintaining and repairing site equipment and building maintenance.
• Attend to plumbing, carpentry/welding, building, plastering and tiling.
• Adherence to Planned and Preventative maintenance schedules
• Improving OEE (overall equipment efficiency) of Utilities and Cellars Equipment.
• Reduce unplanned downtime.
• Health and Safety supervision of machinery, equipment and working environment.
• Compliance to OHS Act.
• Provide an effective Engineering Service to the Utilities and Cellars department.
• Perform administrative tasks (job cards, quality check sheets, etc.)
• Perform stand-in duties.
• Leading and supervising people
• Participate in TPM.

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• N3-N6 equivalent with Trade Certificate - Fitter and / or Turner, Mechanical Engineering
• Grade 12 or Mechanical NTC3 qualification.
• Experience in a Utility Plants and Cellar/Brewing operation will be advantageous.
• Completed apprenticeship with recognized Institution i.e., was registered as an apprentice.
• 3-5 relevant working experience in the FMCG
• Ability to work under pressure and display good attention to detail.
• Proven ability in problem solving and knowledge of the various problem-solving methods.
• Must be self-motivated, innovative and able to work without or limited supervision.
• To reflect good leadership behavior - towards colleagues, superior and company values
• Must be willing and able to work shifts and overtime when required.

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Purpose of the Position:

• To maintain all equipment to optimize availability of equipment and give assistance with the co- ordination of line activities to meet the production plan.

You will be required to do the following:

• Maintaining machinery and equipment on the site as per required standard.
• Adherence to Planned and Preventative maintenance schedules.
• Improving OPI and LP on all production lines.
• Reduce unplanned downtime.
• Health and Safety supervision of machinery, equipment and working environment.
• Compliance to OHS Act.
• Provide an effective Engineering service to the Production department.
• Perform administrative tasks (job cards, quality check sheets, etc.)
• Perform stand-in duties.
• Leading and supervising people.
• Participate in Mini business activities and practices.
• Lead Problem Solving initiatives on Fillers
• Support AM implementation and compliance to AM practices
• Perform Planned job observations
• Manage and plan shutdown activities on Fillers
• Liaise with OEMs/Suppliers to source Filler spares
• Custodian of Equipment maintenance plans and review process
• Review 5-Why job cards on Fillers

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• N6 equivalent with Trade Certificate - Millwright preferably
• Experience in a high speed, high-tech bottling operation will be advantageous.
• Completed apprenticeship with recognized Institution i.e., was registered as an apprentice.
• More than 5 years relevant practical experience
• Ability to work under pressure and display good attention to detail.
• Proven ability in problem solving and knowledge of the various problem-solving methods.
• Must be self-motivated, innovative and able to work without or limited supervision.
• To reflect good leadership behaviour - towards colleagues, superior and company values
• Must be willing and able to work shifts and overtime when required.

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Purpose of the job

• This internship offers a unique opportunity to work across multiple People functions, from talent acquisition and onboarding to employee engagement and HR operations, while contributing to projects that support the employee lifecycle.
• The purpose is to give practical work experience to students who are in their final year of study and have a prerequisite to have practical work experience to obtain their qualification. The successful candidate will be expected to enter a 18-month contract.

Key Responsibilities

As the People Intern, your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Supporting recruitment activities, facilitating the design, and audit of role profiles , screening CVs, scheduling interviews, and engaging external candidates during the sourcing and screening process.
• Assisting with onboarding and induction processes for new employees.
• Data Integrity & Management: maintain clear and accurate employee data across all the function across systems.
• Assisting in the coordination of training and development programs.
• Supporting employee engagement initiatives.
• Assisting with the preparation of HR reports, presentations, and documentation.
• Contributing to HR compliance and policy updates.
• Participating in HR-related projects and initiatives as needed.
• Support with key activities on learning initiative including, co-ordination, administration and reporting of key learning interventions across the business.
• Support to People Business Partners on People initiatives.
• Support with co-ordination of virtual onboarding sessions.
• Assist with administrative support on various projects where required.
• Assist with any catering, travel arrangements as/when required. 

Experience

• Computer literacy – Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Excel skills essential – intermediate to advance skills required
• Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Is highly organized and detail-oriented
• Can maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Has the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Is a self-starter with a collaborative and proactive approach
• South African citizen.

Prospective interns must submit the following:

• Motivational letter
• A curriculum vitae
• Certified academic record
• Certified copy of grade 12 certificate
• Certified copy of identity document
• A letter from the tertiary institution confirming that the student requires exposure to the workplace to obtain their qualification
• Proof of excel skills / certification essential
• A format for evaluation required by the tertiary institution (Logbook)

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Position Description:

• This exciting career opportunity is suited to a highly motivated, hardworking, committed individual who is reliable, punctual and determined to succeed.

Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

• Undergoing training in the trade of the Millwright apprenticeship and to qualify as a Fitter & Turner.
• Participating in the apprenticeship training programme.
• Deliver quality work always; and
• Performing allocated duties.

The successful candidate must preferably have the following skills and qualifications:

• Good technical problem-solving skills.
• Have proven verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Attention to detail (meticulous and accurate); and
• Sound knowledge of safety regulations and procedures.

Educational Requirements:

• Matric with Maths and Science
• N2 in Engineering studies with relevant Mechanical trade theory. (Please attach a certified copy)

Additional requirements:

• Own reliable transport.
• Work overtime when required.
• Willingness to be utilised at different Heineken Beverages plants or facilities.

Closing Date: 13/11/2025