Technical Operator at Serengeti Breweries Limited

Serengeti Breweries Limited (SBL) is a fully integrated beverage business in Diageo Africa (supply and demand for beer and spirits) It is a subsidiary of East Africa Breweries Limited (EABL), the largest business unit in Diageo Africa and the second largest listed company on the NSE in Kenya. SBL operates exclusively in Tanzania and is the second largest beer company.

SBL was incorporated in 1988 as Associated Breweries Limited and changed its name to Serengeti Breweries Limited in 2002 and commenced commercial operations in 1996 with one brewery in Dar es Salaam. 51% of the company was acquired by EABL in October 2010 and has three breweries located in Dar es Salaam, Mwanza and Moshi.

SBL flagship brand is Serengeti Premium Lager. Other brands in the portfolio include Guinness and Pilsner. SBL is also the distributor of several global Diageo international renowned spirits brands such as Johnnie Walker, Smirnoff, Gordon’s, Bailey’s and Captain Morgan.

About the Role;

Responsible for operating and supervising brewing equipment to ensure consistent beer quality and production efficiency. Supports daily brewing targets, routine maintenance, and continuous improvement while adhering to safety, hygiene, and quality standards.

Purpose of Role

Responsible for brewing operations on machine operations, maintenance and process management to ensure quality at source safely.

Dimensions

To support SBL in achieving its strategic business objectives

Complexity

SBL operates in a competitive environment and in a vast geography. The main player in the beer industry is Tanzania Breweries Ltd. (TBL), a subsidiary of AB InBev, who until recently were a third-party manufacturer of EABL brands Tusker, Pilsner and Guinness. As a result of the cessation of the agreement between TBL and EABL, there is heightened competitive activity in that market.

Inflation rates remain high in Tanzania (7.5% expected in F11) and average income per capita is less than 1 USD per day. The GDP growth is estimated at 6.4% and is expected to grow to 7.1% as investment, trade and tourism pick up. There is growing consumer affluence and consumerism, giving rise to greater opportunities in our product categories.

Leadership Responsibilities And Decision-Making Rights

• Operates brewing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ensures product quality.
• Reports issues beyond own scope to supervisor.

Top 3-5 Accountabilities

• Equipment Operation & Monitoring - Operate, monitor, and shut down equipment as per SOP, ensuring it runs at rated speed and within design parameters.
• Quality & Hygiene Compliance - Deliver products that meet all quality standards, maintain hygiene of equipment and surrounding areas, and adhere to Quality Triggers.
• Health, Safety & Environment (EHS) - Follow EHS procedures, perform tasks like CILT and LOTOTO safely, and contribute to a safe working environment.
• Autonomous Maintenance & Troubleshooting - Conduct basic maintenance, inspections, and equipment changeovers; identify and escalate deviations using the escalation matrix and MMS tools.
• Data Management & Digital Systems - Accurately capture operational data and utilize business platforms such as Orbis, Harford, and STRATA in daily operations.

Qualifications And Experience Required

• Diploma in food Science and Technology, Chemical engineering and Biological Science
• Experience in handling machines and autonomous maintenance for at least 1 year in manufacturing industry.

Diversity Statement

Our purpose is to celebrate life, every day, everywhere. And creating an inclusive culture, where everyone feels valued and that they can belong, is a crucial part of this.

We embrace diversity in the broadest possible sense. This means that you’ll be welcomed and celebrated for who you are just by being you. You’ll be part of and help build and champion an inclusive culture that celebrates people of different gender, ethnicity, ability, age, sexual orientation, social class, educational backgrounds, experiences, mindsets, and more.

Our ambition is to create the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer products companies in the world. Join us and help transform our business as we take our brands to the next level and build new ones as part of shaping the next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world.

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Worker Type

Regular

Primary Location:

Mwanza

Additional Locations :

Job Posting Start Date

2026-01-07