Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa In-Service Traineeships 2026: Engineering & Processing Opportunities
Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa is offering In-Service Trainee opportunities in Engineering and Processing for 2026, providing 12-month workplace experience for diploma students in Gauteng.
Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa In-Service Traineeships 2026
Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) has opened applications for In-Service Trainee positions for 2026 within its Manufacturing division. These opportunities are aimed at students who are currently studying toward National Diplomas and require Work Integrated Learning (WIL) to complete their qualifications.
Both programmes run for 12 months and are designed to provide structured, hands-on workplace exposure in highly technical, real-world manufacturing environments.
Available In-Service Trainee Opportunities
CCBSA is recruiting for two In-Service Trainee roles, each based in Gauteng but aligned to different engineering disciplines.
In-Service Trainee – Engineering (Wadeville)
Reference Number: CCB260202-4
Location: Wadeville, Gauteng
Job Type: Internship (12 months)
Department: Manufacturing
Closing Date: 09 February 2026
Programme Overview
This role provides practical exposure within the engineering environment, focusing on equipment maintenance, inspection, and repair. The trainee will work closely with senior engineers to improve equipment reliability, efficiency, and safety while gaining real industrial experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct regular inspections of building systems and engineering equipment
- Assist with routine and preventative maintenance tasks
- Support the repair of faulty equipment and troubleshoot issues
- Record maintenance actions and equipment performance data
- Analyse maintenance trends to identify improvement opportunities
- Assist with strategies to improve equipment availability and reduce downtime
- Apply electrical, mechanical, physics, and mathematical principles in practice
- Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulations, and company procedures
- Participate in team meetings, reports, and improvement initiatives
- Support special projects related to maintenance and upgrades
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 with Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy (40% or higher)
- Two South African languages passed at 40% or higher
- Studying toward a National Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or related field)
- South African citizen
- Employment Equity candidate
- Aged between 18 and 35 years
- Unemployed at the time of appointment
- Must not have completed the same qualification or learnership previously
Required Documents
- Detailed CV
- Work Integrated Learning letter from institution
- Certified copy of Matric certificate
- Certified copy of South African ID
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In-Service Trainee – Processing (Devland)
Reference Number: CCB260202-3
Location: Devland, Gauteng
Job Type: Internship (12 months)
Department: Manufacturing – Processing
Closing Date: 09 February 2026
Programme Overview
This role focuses on syrup room operations, quality control, automation, and process optimisation. The trainee will support production by ensuring that syrup preparation and analysis meet Coca-Cola’s strict quality and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
Processing and Analysis
- Prepare syrups for production lines
- Perform quality checks and specialised analyses
- Record and analyse results using approved systems
- Monitor and troubleshoot basic automation and control failures
- Conduct process validations and calibration of equipment
- Apply lean manufacturing principles
Quality Auditing
- Conduct quality and calibration audits
- Review procedures of shift-based teams
- Identify training needs and corrective actions
- Ensure adherence to quality standards and documentation
Problem Solving and Improvement
- Support production teams with technical problem-solving
- Participate in failure and fault analysis (FFA)
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
- Assist with regional and divisional optimisation projects
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 with Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy (40% or higher)
- Two South African languages passed at 40% or higher
- Studying toward a National Diploma in Chemical Engineering
- South African citizen
- Employment Equity candidate
- Aged between 18 and 35 years
- Unemployed at the time of appointment
- Must not have completed the same qualification or learnership previously
Required Documents
- Detailed CV
- Work Integrated Learning letter from institution
- Certified copy of Matric certificate
- Certified copy of South African ID
Important Application Notes
- Only applications with all required documents attached will be considered
- Management reserves the right to apply additional shortlisting criteria
- Selection is based primarily on academic performance
- These opportunities are strictly for students requiring workplace experience
How to Apply
Closing Date
09 February 2026
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Conclusion
The Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa In-Service Traineeships for 2026 offer a valuable opportunity for engineering and chemical engineering students to gain real-world manufacturing experience within one of South Africa’s leading beverage companies. These programmes are ideal for students who need structured workplace exposure to complete their diplomas while building technical skills, professional discipline, and industry readiness.
Applicants who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply early and ensure all documentation is correctly prepared before submission.
