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Brewing TechnicianDiageo · Newbridge, Republic of Ireland
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Brewing Technician

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🗓️ Posted 2026-08-25 Newbridge, Republic of Ireland Hybrid Manufacturing Transport Logistics
💰 Salary Not shared 📊 Market 2,917 GBP–3,750 GBP/mo

About the Company

to some of the world's most iconic drinks. From Johnnie Walker and Guinness to Tanqueray, Smirnoff and Don Julio, we craft brands chosen for life's moments - from everyday connections to landmark celebrations. Bring your talent, curiosity and ambition, and strive for your personal best alongside people who challenge, support and learn from each other. Together, as one outstanding team, we keep learning, improving and raising the bar for our brands, our business and each other. Join us and play your part in making life's moments mean a little more Join our Supply Chain and Manufacturing team. Supply Chain & Manufacturing is where our brands are made, moved and delivered to the world. With over half of our people working across more than 100 sites, this is a complex, large-scale operation that brings together production, logistics , engineering and supplier partnerships. It's fast-paced and hands-on, with teams working together to ensure quality, efficiency and sustainability at every stage. From sourcing ingredients to getting products into customers' hands, you'll play a role in delivering the brands people know and love. A forward-thinking 200 million investment has brought an innovative, carbon-neutral brewery to life in Newbridge, Co. Kildare , set to open in 2026. This best-in-class facility will be Ireland's second-largest brewing operation and a powerhouse of sustainability, running entirely on renewab

About the Role

As a Brewing Technician you will safely operate , monitor and maintain end-to-end brewing operations from raw material intake through brewing, fermentation, filtration and tanker dispatch, delivering beer safely, to specification and to production plan. The role owns process execution, product quality, equipment basic condition and accurate operational data, using Zaptic for digital work management and ManEx for performance management and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • ● Safely operate brewing processes and equipment in accordance with SOPs, recipes, production plans and site Safety, Quality, Food Safety and Environmental standards.
  • ● Operate across raw material handling, brewhouse, fermentation/maturation, filtration, bright beer and tanker filling within demonstrated competence.
  • ● Monitor process and quality parameters, respond to deviations and escalate abnormalities appropriately.
  • ● Execute CIP, sanitation, Autonomous Maintenance and 5S, taking ownership of equipment condition and performance.
  • ● Maintain accurate process, quality and traceability records using Brewmaxx , Orbis, Harford, Zaptic and other site systems.
  • ● Coordinate operational activities, including product transfers and tanker loading/dispatch, to maintain safe and efficient product flow.
  • ● Participate in shift handovers, daily performance reviews and ManEx routines, ensuring clear communication and effective follow-up.
  • ● Identify and eliminate losses through structured problem-solving and continuous improvement activities covering yield, quality, time, energy, materials and equipment performance.
  • ● Support trials, process changes, new product introductions and improvement projects.
  • ● Develop cross-functional capability, share knowledge and work collaboratively with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Utilities and Logistics. About you
  • ● Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
  • ● A good understanding of process operations, equipment performance, and continuous improvement principles.
  • ● Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across production, engineering, and support functions.
  • ● A proactive approach to safety, quality, environmental compliance, and operational excellence.
  • ● Confidence using digital manufacturing and maintenance systems, with the ability to interpret data and use insights to improve performance.
  • ● A growth mindset with a passion for learning, developing new skills, and supporting the development of others.
  • ● The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment while delivering agreed objectives and driving sustainable results. Working with us
  • ● Our purpose is crafting iconic drinks chosen for life's moments. And it's our people, with their different experiences, perspectives and talents, who make that possible.
  • ● We value diversity in its broadest sense and want everyone to feel they can belong, contribute and strive for their personal best. You'll work alongside people with different backgrounds , experiences and perspectives - challenging, supporting and learning from one another as one outstanding team.