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Form of work2024Multiskilled Engineering Apprenticeship
Runcorn, England
Closing Date 25/02/2024
First Year Base Pay £23,712.00 + Bonus + Pension + Shares + More Benefits!
Diageo apprentices have the best of all worlds. Our on-site, hands-on, fast-learning programmes are perfect for people who are curious and have a willingness to learn. If you want to learn a respected skills that will set you up for a career to be proud of, you’re in the right place.
Who are we?
With over 200 brands sold in more than 180 countries, we’re the world’s leading premium drinks company. Join us, and you’ll be celebrated for your work and empowered to be you. Together with people around the world, you’ll innovate and push boundaries, crafting a tomorrow worth celebrating.
How does the programme work?
During year 1 you will build, assemble, install and commission a live electrical panel with emergency controls, stop/start sequence and techniques like PLC's that drive a motor control speed unit to activate a working panel and or conveyor system along with learning about measuring, marking out, bench fitting techniques along with lathe, milling and mechanical maintenance type activities.
During year 1 you will attend Waterside full time from Monday to Friday from 8:45 am. to 4:00 p.m. During Years 2 - 4, on attending the Diageo plant, you will work a 35-hour week and work a shift pattern covering 12-hour day and night shifts within the programme.
What are the rewards?
The First Year apprentice salary is decided by the Real Living Wage which means we offer very competitive starting salaries for our apprenticeships along with an industry leading benefits package (Bonus, pension and access to share schemes all from day one).With everything you can learn here, and the long-term opportunities we have to offer, the Diageo Operator apprenticeship could just be the best decision you’ve ever made.
What are the Career Paths after the programme?
At the end of the programme, you will have obtained your Engineering HNC.
As an Engineer, you will have deep understanding of our operations. Depending on your interests, you can also work towards a variety of Manufacturing roles, such as Manufacturing Excellence roles, Capability or Team Leadership.
Who are we looking for?
Academically we are looking for 5 GCSE's A-C or Level 5-9 in English, Mathematics and Science are essential along with any practical related technology subjects, such as Engineering, Electronics, Design Technology, Resistant Materials would be desirable.Please note that we will only be able to accept applications from people who have already achieved these grades.
We encourage anybody who is interested in this programme to apply, we welcome all backgrounds, abilities, religions, gender identities, sexualities, and ethnicities.
We know that for our business to thrive and for Diageo to realize its ambition, we depend on having diverse talent with a range of backgrounds, skills and capabilities in each of the 180 countries in which we operate and to reflect our broad consumer base.
We view diversity as one of the key enablers that helps our business to grow and our values, purpose and standards set the conditions for us to respect the unique contribution each person brings.
What should I expect from the selection process?
Selecting the right individuals to join our programme is crucial to us – we want to see all that complete this Apprenticeship succeed and keep crafting a satisfying career!
This is why we have built a 3 steps selection process:
1st STEP – CV application and online game set
At this stage is important that you submit your updated CV, clearly stating your highest acquired education and your experience.
We don’t expect you to have experience in Manufacturing necessarily.
A brief description of your part time jobs, volunteering, sports, and hobbies can be a fantastic way to introduce yourself.
Right after your CV submission, you will also receive a link to an online game set. Please make sure to complete the set in a quiet environment with no distraction and stable Wi-Fi.
Following the first screening, you will then be invited to the second step.
2nd STEP – Video Interview
3rd and FINAL STEP – Assessment Centre
Our Talent Engagement Team is always available should you need accommodations, we will also be in touch to offer tips and help to prepare for your assessments!
