Microbiologist

Diageo; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global beverage company is seeking a Microbiologist to join their Runcorn team. The successful candidate will perform microbiological analysis to support compliance with brewing standards and food safety legislation. Responsibilities include executing various microbiological techniques, maintaining lab consumables, and assisting in quality certifications. Strong expertise in microbiology and a related degree are essential. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative projects within a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Degree supported by relevant laboratory experience.
• Experience in an analytical, microbiological, or manufacturing environment.
• Background in beverage manufacturing or analysis is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological techniques like aseptic sampling and microscopy.
• Prepare analytical reagents and maintain laboratory stock levels.
• Support Quality Sample Plans and compliance certifications.
• Assist with commercialization trials and continuous improvement.

Skills

Technical expertise in microbiology

Analytical capability

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree in Microbiology, Food Science, or related

Job description

This is an excellent opportunity to join Diageo's team in Runcorn as a Microbiologist, playing a vital role in supporting full compliance with Diageo Way of Brewing Standards, Global Risk Management Standards, and food safety legislation. Working across all areas of the site, you'll carry out routine and positive-release microbiological analysis whilst providing timely, accurate data to support production and quality decisions.

Responsibilities

• Performing a wide range of microbiological techniques such as aseptic sampling, plating, staining, microscopy, and product testing.
• Preparing analytical reagents, maintaining laboratory consumable stock levels, participating in microbiological ring schemes, supporting internal and external audits, and engaging with central experts, including weekly micro calls.
• Supporting the delivery of Quality Sample Plans, contributing to food safety and compliance certifications (FSSC 22000, ISO 9000).
• Assisting with commercialisation trials and continuous improvement initiatives, while providing cross‑skilled support across the wider Quality function where required.

Qualifications

• To be successful for this role, you'll have a degree in Microbiology, Food Science, or a related scientific subject supported by relevant laboratory experience.
• Strong technical expertise in microbiology, with experience in an analytical, microbiological, or manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated analytical capability, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to influence across multiple levels.
• A background in beverage manufacturing or analysis would be an advantage.

Company Overview

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 27,000+ people work in Supply Chain and Manufacturing. It's an intricate and sophisticated operation that's the product of logistical, manufacturing, and technical collaborations.

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.

Diversity and Inclusion

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. Feel inspired? Then this may be the opportunity for you! If you require a reasonable adjustment, please ensure that you capture this information when you submit your application.