Utilities Technician

Diageo; Newbridge; On-site; EUR 53,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Shares scheme

Bonus

Job summary

Diageo is seeking a Utilities Technician at Little Connell Brewery, Co. Kildare, to safely operate and optimise utilities across water treatment, wastewater, boilers, and process gases. The role uses SCADA, MES, SAP and Zaptic to monitor performance and drive continuous improvement.

You will work within an operate-and-maintain model to ensure reliable service for brewing operations while upholding safety, quality and environmental standards. A shift allowance is included in the package.

Qualifications

• Engineering, Brewing, Science or related discipline with utilities experience.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving capabilities in a manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor and optimise utilities systems including water/wastewater, boilers, refrigeration and heat recovery.
• Ensure water discharge and ISO standards compliance with quality and safety requirements.
• Use data and digital tools to identify losses and drive efficiency.
• Support commissioning, start-up and steady-state operation of utilities systems.
• Collaborate across Utilities, Engineering and vendor partners to meet performance goals.

Education

Engineering/Science qualification

Tools

SCADA

MES

SAP

Zaptic

Job description

Job Description :

UtilitiesTechnician

LittleconnellBrewery,Co.Kildare

Permanent Contract

Closing date14/09/2026

UtilitiesTechnician-From€58,500includingshift allowancepluscompetitive 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 workin Supply Chain andManufacturing.It’san intricate and sophisticated operationthat’sthe 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 facilityisIreland’s second-largest brewing operation and a powerhouse of sustainability, running entirely on renewable energy.It’swhere iconic beers likeRockshore, Harp, Smithwick’s, and Kilkennyarecrafted for a new generation.

Abouttherole

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.

If you require a reasonable adjustment, please ensure that you capture this information when you submit your application.

Worker Type :

Regular

Primary Location:

Littleconnell Brewery

Job Posting Start Date :

2026-08-25