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New Vacancies at Coca-Cola Kwanza June 2026

New Vacancies at Coca-Cola Kwanza June 2026, CCBA is the 8th largest Coca-Cola authorised bottler in the world by revenue, and the largest on the continent. It accounts for over 40% of all Coca-Cola ready-to-drink beverages sold in Africa by volume. With over 14,000 employees in Africa, CCBA group services more than 800,000 customers with a host of international and local brands. CCBA group operates in 14 countries: South Africa, Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda, Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania, Botswana, Zambia, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi and the islands of Comoros and Mayotte.

1: Process Operator

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Operating the process equipment according to work instructions and adhering to usage standards

Carrying out the required quality checks as described in the quality control and analysis work practice

Recording waste on the appropriate documentation or information systems and reviewing waste trends to identify and resolve problems or opportunities timeously

Constantly reviewing process performance against target and completing all short interval control documentation

Responding rapidly to upstream or downstream triggers that result in stoppages

Performing housekeeping tasks, applying 5S principles, and following safe work practices

Identifying, reporting, and correcting unsafe work practices

Carrying out deep cleaning, lubrication, and inspection of machines according to work instructions and maintenance schedules

Carrying out autonomous maintenance activities according to work instructions and maintenance schedules

Conduct breakdown maintenance tasks and participate in problem-solving activities

Applying situational problem-solving techniques (e.g., 5 Why, quick fix routines, OPLs) to identify and correct problems

Skills, Experience & Education:

Minimum requirement: Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or any other related field

Added advantage: Computer and technical skills

Knowledge of food processing operations and process control

Competencies:

Ability to work in teams

Understanding of WCM foundational practices

Troubleshooting skills

Quality control practices and principles

Bottling principles and processes

Product handling knowledge

Computer knowledge

Understanding of SHE policies and procedures

2: Control and Automation Technician

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Troubleshoot and repair all electrical and automated machinery and related control systems

Ensure machine uptime by improving engineering response times

Drive loss elimination on all production lines

Ensure daily, weekly, and monthly condition monitoring is performed

Ensure contractors working on electrical equipment comply with all safety rules

Ensure machine guards, safety switches, and indicators are functional

Ensure all equipment panels are clean, dry, closed, and properly labeled

Ensure cables are clean, secured, labeled, and properly arranged in trays

Ensure breakers and fuses are correctly rated and functioning

Ensure no vibrating or faulty relays/contactors in panels

Ensure filters and panel cooling systems are clean and functional

Ensure motors are properly labeled and records are maintained for faults and repairs

Perform routine electrical and automation maintenance as scheduled

Document and sign off all maintenance activities

Skills, Experience & Education:

Computer literacy

Good command of English

Problem-solving skills (average or above)

Basic understanding of bottling technology

Knowledge of maintenance procedures

Organizational and time management skills

Ability to interpret manufacturing policies and systems

Drive for results

Teamwork and integrity

Communication skills

Willingness to learn and experiment

Microsoft Office proficiency (MSD, D365 F&O)

Competencies:

Strong analytical and problem-solving ability

Attention to detail and commitment to quality

Strong interpersonal and influencing skills

Planning and organizational skills

Innovative thinking

Customer focus

Result-driven mindset

Resilience and energy

Finance budgeting awareness and control

Education / Experience:

Minimum HND/BSc in Electrical/Electronic or related field

Minimum 5 years electrical/automation engineering experience in FMCG

Advanced electrical/automation skills

Knowledge of bottling technology

Understanding of maintenance systems and procedures

Experience with HMI systems (e.g., WinCC, Zenon, etc.)

Strong integrity and teamwork mindset

3: Account Developer

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Deliver sales targets and grow market share in your assigned territory

Build trust and long-term value with customers across outlets

Execute trade marketing and promotional activities to CCBA standards

Use digital sales tools to track performance, manage orders, and drive visibility

Collect market insights and identify new business opportunities

Manage equipment placement, stock rotation, and compliance with company policies

Champion CCBA’s purpose of uplifting communities while driving growth

Skills, Experience & Education:

Driven to make an impact

Eager to learn and develop

Customer- and community-focused mindset

Ownership and accountability in managing a territory

Recent graduate OR equivalent experience in Sales, Marketing, or Business

Strong commercial awareness and numerical skills

Comfortable using digital tools and platforms

Strong English communication skills (additional languages are an advantage)

Evidence of initiative, resilience, and leadership

Competencies:

Passion for field execution (outdoor / in-trade work)

Basic sales acumen (stock, numbers, profit understanding)

Digital literacy (apps, systems, online tools)

Curiosity and customer insight awareness

Strong relationship-building skills

Adaptability and problem-solving under pressure

4: Plant Engineer

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Asset Management Strategy

Provide technical leadership to implement asset management strategy and frameworks

Support execution of standard engineering practices at plant level

Ensure compliance with asset care philosophy and standards

Asset Care

Develop and implement asset care plans for packaging plant

Ensure engineering competencies are developed within the team

Conduct audits and ensure compliance with asset care systems

Manage budget control for asset care activities

Review and evaluate maintenance requests and technical solutions

Develop maintenance budgets for the plant

Plant Reliability

Ensure reliability and uptime of packaging plant

Lead engineering support for production teams

Drive performance improvement initiatives

Implement predictive maintenance systems

Validate quality of maintenance work and execution

Review maintenance scorecards and resolve abnormalities

Ensure maintenance systems and packages are updated

Plant Optimization

Lead or support plant optimization trials and projects

Evaluate and approve plant modifications and changes

Analyze performance data and identify improvement opportunities

Investigate equipment failures and root causes

Drive continuous improvement initiatives within engineering

Team Leadership

Lead and develop engineering team performance

Set and review team goals and KPIs

Conduct performance reviews and coaching sessions

Identify training needs and develop development plans

Ensure multi-skilling within engineering teams

Manage contracted maintenance services and vendor performance

Safety & Housekeeping

Enforce safety and housekeeping standards

Ensure compliance with OSH Act and CCBA policies

Conduct audits and safety checks

Ensure statutory maintenance checks are completed

Correct unsafe work practices

Skills, Experience & Education:

Qualifications:

BSc in Mechanical, Industrial or Electrical Engineering

Added advantage: Experience in Packaging & Utility Management

Experience:

Minimum 8 years in maintenance engineering

At least 5 years in packaging equipment maintenance

Competencies:

Strong engineering and packaging systems knowledge

Asset management expertise

Project management understanding

Manufacturing systems and operations knowledge

Safety, Health & Environment compliance awareness

Financial and performance management understanding

Leadership and team management skills

Strong understanding of CCBA manufacturing standards

Closing Date: 2026/06/26

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