Julius Khomo Mabula
Brewing Technical Trainee
Pretoria
Summary
Motivated Brewing Technical Trainee with one year of hands-on experience in brewing and beer production. Demonstrated ability to lead teams and enhance environmental and safety practices. Eager to broaden skills within the food and beverage industry while contributing to sustainable initiatives.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Brewing Technical Trainee
South African Breweries
02.2025 - Current
- Contributed to team projects by participating in brainstorming sessions and sharing innovative ideas, leading to successful project outcomes.
- Presented project updates to management teams during regular progress meetings, enhancing clarity and alignment on project goals.
- Strengthened communication skills by presenting project updates to management teams during regular progress meetings.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams on various projects, fostering teamwork and adapting to diverse work styles.
- Contributed to the successful completion of team projects by actively participating in brainstorming sessions and sharing innovative ideas.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning through self-guided study materials provided throughout the trainee program.
Control Room Operator
ABInBev
09.2020 - 01.2025
- Operated as centralized supervisor for cold side brewing production, planned shifts, reviewed process performance against standards, and coordinated problem solving efforts across departments. Reported production issues to cellars and filtration BAMs and maintenance team while ensuring adherence to quality requirements per process technical specifications and food safety standards.
- Maintained high levels of safety in the workplace through diligent observation and strict adherence to protocols.
- Facilitated smooth shift transitions by maintaining clear communication with colleagues and delivering thorough briefings on relevant operational issues.
- Managed crisis situations under pressure, collaborating with team members to resolve issues swiftly and mitigate potential operational impacts.
Brewing Process Operator
ABInBev
02.2015 - 09.2020
- Monitored and controlled brewhouse production process. Monitored and controlled filtration production process. Applied problem solving and decision making techniques. Completed CAP for brewhouse production process. Started CAP for filtration production process.
- Supported new employee training, ensuring proper understanding of company policies and procedures.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by strictly adhering to safety guidelines and reporting potential hazards.
- Operated various types of machinery proficiently, adapting quickly to changing production requirements.
Brewing BOP operator
SAB Ltd
02.2014 - 02.2015
- Operated the brew House plant and process. Optimized brew house process and its CIPs. Carried out the required quality analyses for shift responsibility and recorded on quality production interface. Carried out problem solving for all triggers that required problem solving.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
Brewing In-service Trainee
SAB Ltd
01.2013 - 02.2014
- Conducted specialised quality analysis for shift-based responsibilities.
Maths Tutor
Master Maths (Pty) Ltd
02.2012 - 11.2012
- Provided extra maths classes for learners between Grade 4 and Grade 12 to improve their school mathematics marks.
- Explained math concepts in caring and encouraging environment to help kids thrive and learn.
- Created and shared math resources and materials to boost student comprehension.
- Inspired a love for mathematics by sharing personal passion and enthusiasm, fostering a positive attitude towards learning in students.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Operations Management
Production Management Institute of South Africa
Johannesburg08-2022
Skills
FSSC 22000 certification
Brewery operations
Sustainable improvement projects
Environmental management
Analytical problem solving
Problem solving
Self-starter
Team player
Effective communication
Accomplishments
- Employee of the Quarter (2nd and 4th) 2017
- Employee of the year 2017
- Successfully commissioned brewhouse 1&2 trub Decanters.
- 3 times multiskilled in Brewhouse, racking and filtration processes.
- Lead Bandits team to the first Autonomous Team of Rosslyn Brewery.
- Lead Bandits team to win Most Autonomous Team in 2023.
- Part of the filtration team to win Best Plant team and Best plant problem solving team.
Certification
Understanding and Implementation of FSSC 22000 Version 6
Interests
Hiking and outdoor adventures, Cycling
Timeline
Understanding and Implementation of FSSC 22000 Version 6
04-2025
Brewing Technical Trainee
South African Breweries
02.2025 - Current
Control Room Operator
ABInBev
09.2020 - 01.2025
Brewing Process Operator
ABInBev
02.2015 - 09.2020
Brewing BOP operator
SAB Ltd
02.2014 - 02.2015
Brewing In-service Trainee
SAB Ltd
01.2013 - 02.2014
Maths Tutor
Master Maths (Pty) Ltd
02.2012 - 11.2012
Advanced Diploma - Operations Management
Production Management Institute of South Africa
Hobbies
Hiking and Outdoor adventures
Cycling
Cooking