We're a global leader in premium drinks, one of the most dynamic consumer categories.
Job Description
Process Mechanical Technician
Location: St James’s Gate, Dublin
Contract type: Permanent & 12‑month Fixed Term Contracts available (applications considered for both)
Shift pattern: Continental shift – 12‑hour shifts covering days and nights
Reward: Competitive base salary + 33% shift allowance
About the Role
As a Process Mechanical Technician, you will work as part of the Operations team to deliver safe, reliable and efficient asset performance. You will play a key role in preventative maintenance, continuous improvement and operational excellence across the site.
Key Responsibilities
- Work safely at all times, adhering to Diageo health, safety, environmental and food safety standards
- Deliver mechanical maintenance and asset care to support production performance
- Complete planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities to the required standard
- Use SAP and maintenance systems effectively for reporting and data accuracy
- Support continuous improvement through RCPS, 5 Whys and MMS principles
- Coach operators on autonomous maintenance and equipment optimisation
- Support capital projects including installation, commissioning and testing
- Participate in shift handovers, Tier 1 meetings and asset care reviews
About You
Essential
- Completed a recognised mechanical apprenticeship
- Strong understanding of asset performance and maintenance philosophies
- Computer literate with good numerical and verbal reasoning skills
- Able to work autonomously and as part of a high‑performing team
- Proactive, resilient and comfortable challenging unsafe or non‑standard behaviours
Desirable
- Knowledge of Quality, Health & Safety and Environmental risk standards
- Experience using SAP and Harford systems
Working with Us
Flexibility is key to our success. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you so that you’re supported to run your wellbeing and balance your priorities from day one.
We recognise and value performance, offering our people a highly competitive Rewards and Benefits package including:
Contemporary work life balance policies and wellbeing activities
Healthcare allowance
Product allowance
Contributary pension scheme
Annual performance bonus
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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.
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 new heights and build new ones as part of shaping the next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world.
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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 thinkers, leaders, and makers 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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Primary Location: Dublin, Republic of Ireland
Job posting start date: 31st March 2026