Kegging Technician

Diageo; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage alcohol company in Runcorn is seeking a Kegging Technician to join their team. The role involves operating and maintaining plant equipment in compliance with health and safety standards. Candidates should possess an HNC in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering and relevant experience. This position offers a vibrant work environment where teamwork and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Time served Electrical or Mechanical Engineer or equivalent education.
• Demonstrable knowledge of Health and Safety legislation.
• Experience in FMCG is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain plant equipment in the keg plant.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and monitor KPIs.
• Package beverages adhering to service levels and quality standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

HNC in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

SVQ Level 2 & 3

Job description

Job Description

Kegging Technician, Runcorn

Permanent, Full time

Salary: £57,657.89 including shift allowance

About us

From Arthur Guinness to Johnnie Walker, our business was founded on people of great character, and in 250 years, nothing’s changed. We’re the world’s leading premium alcohol company. Our brands are industry icons. And our success is thanks to the strength of our people, in every role. It’s why we trust them with our legacy. And it’s why we reward them with the career-defining opportunities that they deserve.

Our Supply Chain and Manufacturing team are problem-solvers, sourcing, producing, and delivering our much-loved brands to delight customers around the globe. Over half of Diageo’s 30,000+ people work in Supply Chain and Manufacturing. It’s an intricate and sophisticated operation that’s the product of logistical, manufacturing, and technical collaborations. We are proud to be a global leader in beverage alcohol with an exceptional portfolio of brands, including Guinness, Johnnie Walker, Baileys, Smirnoff, Tanqueray, and many more.

About the Role

As a Kegging Engineer in our hard-working team in Runcorn you’ll play a pivotal role within a semi-autonomous shift-based team on both an operational and maintenance basis. Work in the keg plant, you’ll work as part of a small team in a multi-faceted role where you’ll operate plant equipment whilst working on its maintenance and repair.

The purpose of this role is to provide a comprehensive production service and package a range of beverages whilst adhering to customer service levels, quality conformance and within budget, in a safe and professional manner.

Health and safety compliance is key and you’ll be at the forefront of making sure this is monitored alongside other KPI’s and targets including quality, hygiene, waste and efficiency.

This role has a continental shift pattern including days, nights and weekends.

About You

For this role you will be a time served Electrical or Mechanical Engineer or have obtained a minimum of HNC in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering and SVQ Level 2 & 3 alongside relevant work experience.

In addition to this, you will have demonstrable knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and environmental risk. It'd be great if you had a knowledge of working in the FMCG industry however this is not essential.

We’re looking for someone who can work well within a team as well as the ability to make effective conclusions and thrive in situations where they can solve problems.

You’ll be able to push forward your own ideas about improvements to current approaches and appraise new opportunities. You’ll have the drive to make a positive difference to manufacturing excellence and show your excellent communication skills.

Working with us

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.

Ourambitionistocreatethebestperforming,mosttrustedandrespectedconsumer 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.

Feel inspired? Then this may be the opportunity for you!

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Worker Type

Regular

Primary Location

Runcorn

Additional Locations

Job Posting Start Date

2025-08-07