Utilities Technician

Diageo; Newbridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Shares scheme

Annual bonus

Job summary

Diageo's Little Connell Brewery in Ireland is hiring a Utilities Technician to oversee water treatment, wastewater, boilers, refrigeration, and process gases within an operate-and-maintain framework. You will use digital tools like SCADA, MES, SAP and Zaptic to monitor performance, execute tasks and drive continuous improvement.

We seek a technically capable professional with engineering or science qualifications, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to safety, quality and

Qualifications

• A technical qualification in Engineering, Brewing, Science, or a related discipline.
• Manufacturing or utilities experience.
• Knowledge of utilities systems including water treatment, steam generation, wastewater treatment, boilers, refrigeration and energy management.
• Experience with digital maintenance/manufacturing systems (SCADA, MES, SAP, Zaptic).

Responsibilities

• Champion a strong safety culture and support health, safety, environmental, hygiene, and compliance initiatives across the site.
• Operate, monitor, maintain, and optimise utilities systems.
• Ensure premium quality, food safety, environmental compliance, and adherence to water discharge and ISO standards.
• Take ownership of plant performance through condition monitoring, autonomous maintenance, and KPI management.
• Use digital systems and data insights to identify losses, improve efficiency, and support Manufacturing Excellence (ManEx) routines.
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement activities, including Kaizen events and root-cause analysis.
• Support commissioning, start-up, validation, and steady-state operation of utilities systems with accurate SOPs.
• Collaborate across Utilities, Brewing, Engineering and vendor partners to meet goals.

Skills

Utilities systems

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

Education

Engineering/Brewing/Science qualification

Tools

SCADA

MES

SAP

Zaptic

Job description

Newbridge, Republic of Ireland

Full time

JR

Job Description :

Utilities Technician

Littleconnell Brewery, Co.Kildare

Permanent Contract

Closing date 14/09/2026

Utilities Technician - From 58,5 00 including shift allowance plus competitive benefits package with pension, shares scheme and bonus.

Join our Supply Chain and Manufacturing team. 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.

A forward-thinking 200 million investment has brought an innovative, carbon-neutral brewery to life in Newbridge, Co. Kildare. This best-in-class facility is Ireland’s second-largest brewing operation and a powerhouse of sustainability, running entirely on renewable energy. It’s where iconic beers like Rockshore, Harp, Smithwick’s, and Kilkenny are crafted for a new generation.

About the role

As a Utilities Technician, you will play a critical role in the safe, efficient, and sustainable operation of the Little Connell Utilities Section, including Water Treatment, Wastewater Treatment, Wastewater Recovery, Chemical Management, Boiler Operations, Hot Water Systems, Refrigeration, Heat Recovery, and Process Gases. Working within an operate-and-maintain model, you will use digital tools such as Zaptic, SCADA, MES, SAP, and ManEx to monitor performance, execute operational and maintenance tasks, and support continuous improvement. You will take ownership of utilities performance, ensuring the reliable supply of essential services to brewing operations while driving excellence in safety, quality, sustainability, and operational efficiency.

Key accountabilities

• Champion a strong safety culture and support health, safety, environmental, hygiene, and compliance initiatives across the site.
• Operate, monitor, maintain, and optimise utilities systems, including water treatment, wastewater treatment, boilers, refrigeration, heat recovery, and process gas plants.
• Ensure premium quality, food safety, environmental compliance, and adherence to water discharge and ISO standards.
• Take ownership of plant performance through condition monitoring, autonomous maintenance, problem solving, and KPI management.
• Use digital systems and data insights to identify losses, improve efficiency, and support Manufacturing Excellence (ManEx) routines.
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement activities, including Kaizen events, root cause analysis, A3 problem solving, and sustainability initiatives.
• Support commissioning, start-up, validation, and steady-state operation of utilities systems while maintaining accurate SOPs, OPLs, and operational records.
• Work collaboratively across Utilities, Brewing, Engineering, and vendor partners to deliver production, sustainability, and performance goals.

Experience/skills required: We’re looking for a proactive and technically capable Utilities Technician who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys taking ownership of plant performance. You’ll combine strong operational knowledge with a continuous improvement mindset, using data, digital tools, and problem-solving skills to deliver safe, efficient, and sustainable utilities operations. Whether your background is in utilities, engineering, brewing, or process manufacturing, you’ll be passionate about operational excellence, collaborative working, and driving performance improvements across the site.

What you’ll bring

• A technical qualification in Engineering, Brewing, Science, or a related discipline, with relevant manufacturing or utilities experience.
• Strong knowledge of utilities systems, including water treatment, wastewater treatment, steam generation, refrigeration, process gases, and energy management.
• A solid understanding of manufacturing, brewing, packaging, asset care, quality, safety, and environmental management systems.
• Proven diagnostic and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, optimise performance, and deliver sustainable improvements.
• Experience using digital manufacturing and maintenance systems such as SCADA, MES, SAP, Zaptic, or similar platforms.
• Good understanding of health, safety, and environmental legislation, with a commitment to maintaining the highest safety standards.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively across Operations, Engineering, Quality, and external partners.
• A passion for continuous improvement, innovation, and developing both personal capability and team performance.

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. Together, we’re constantly learning and improving, combining the strength of our people, capabilities and iconic brands to raise the bar, grow and win. Wherever you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, make an impact and play your part in making life's moments mean a little more.

Ready to bring your best? This could be your opportunity!

Worker Type : Regular

Primary Location: Littleconnell Brewery

Additional Locations :

With over 200 brands sold in more than 180 countries, we’re the world’s leading premium drinks company. Every day, over 29,000 talented people come together at Diageo to create the magic behind our much-loved brands. From iconic names to innovative newcomers - the brands we’re building are rooted in culture and local communities. Our ambition is to be one of the best performing, most trusted and most respected consumer products companies in the world.

Our founders, such as Arthur Guinness, John Walker, and Charles Tanqueray, were visionary entrepreneurs whose brilliant minds helped shape the alcohol industry. And through our people, their legacy lives on. Join us, and you’ll collaborate with talented people from all corners of the world. Together, you’ll innovate and push boundaries, shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future that we can all be proud of.

With diversity at our core, we celebrate our people’s unique passions, commitments and specialist skills. Because when varied voices, mindsets, and personalities come together, great ideas are born. In our supportive culture, your voice will be heard and you’ll be empowered to be you. Just bring your ambition, curiosity and ideas, and we’ll celebrate your work and help you reach your fullest potential.

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