Preston
full-time
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Purpose
Brewing the world’s most loved beers and building brands consumers love, AB InBev is where ownership, ambition, and action thrive. Our portfolio of iconic brands includes global classics like Stella Artois, Budweiser, and Corona, and well-known favorites such as Camden Hells, Beck’s, and Leffe. We empower you to dream big, lead change, and create a long-lasting legacy. We value relentless problem-solvers who take accountability, embrace challenges, and turn bold goals into results through resilience and hard work.
That’s Who We Are: Come and OWN IT.
What’s in it for you:
25 holidays per year + bank holidays & holiday trading options
Pension (up to 8% employer contribution) & income protection
Comprehensive health & wellbeing benefits (fully funded private medical insurance, dental insurance, gym discounts, Employee Assistance Programme)
26 weeks paid parental leave for eligible primary caregivers
A beer allowance to enjoy our brands
2 volunteer days a year to support your local community
4 employee networks to support diversity and inclusion
Life assurance & charitable giving
The Multi-Skilled Engineer (Mechanical focused) are shift-based roles reporting to the First Line Manager (“FLM”). You will be part of a multi-skilled team that is responsible for supporting Packaging, Brewing, and Utilities departments through consistent professional delivery of effective and efficient maintenance to maximize equipment availability and uptime.
Responsible for routine maintenance and inspection, troubleshooting, fault diagnosis/rectification on automated & PLC-controlled equipment, automated packing machinery, and site services (compressors, refrigeration plant, and boiler plant) across all areas of the brewery.
Starting salary: £53,506.33 per annum
Kegging Engineer
Shift Pattern – 4 on 4 off
Craft Engineer
Shift Pattern – 4 on 4 off (2 days, followed by 2 nights)
Work flexible shifts (including some weekends) with advance notice; supply basic tools (specialist tools provided).
Ensure compliance with safety policies, lock-out/tag-out procedures, and regulations.
Perform maintenance, emergency repairs, and root cause analysis to maximize equipment reliability.
Utilize CMMS for task tracking, job feedback, and spare parts management.
Recommend preventive maintenance and equipment improvements to meet KPI targets.
Maintain 5S standards for safety, cleanliness, and equipment organization.
Collaborate with teams, support contractors, and contribute to process and safety improvements.
Engage in training, mentoring, and continuous skill development.
Operate cost-effectively while maintaining equipment performance.
Monitor trends, address underperformance, and drive team innovation.
Qualified Mechanical with a desire to develop skills across both disciplines; multi-skilled candidates preferred.
Experience working safely in high-speed manufacturing/processing within maintenance or technical services.
Proven track record in process improvements within a world-class environment.
Knowledge of high-speed packaging, brewing, refrigeration, steam, and compressed air systems is a plus.
Strong fault-finding skills and ability to prioritize maintenance in a fast-paced setting.
Proficiency in mechanical fitting, pneumatics, hydraulics, drive systems, control valves, pumps, and machine tools; TIG welding is a bonus.
Basic electrical awareness for safe working around automated equipment (e.g., sensors, motors, isolations); ability to learn further electrical skills over time.
Safety-conscious, tech-savvy, and able to work independently while managing workloads effectively.
Strong team player with systematic fault diagnosis, eagerness to learn, and alignment with business KPIs and company values.
Why build your career with us
We recruit for mindset, ambition, cultural fit, and growth opportunities.
UNIQUE CULTURE
We are proud to be part of something bigger than ourselves and are passionate about building upon our company’s long legacy. We believe in collaboration and candor, which results in a dynamic culture with open communication.
BRANDS EVERYONE LOVES
We are part of the collective, global history of beer. We are the proud makers of more than 500 iconic brands, from beloved international classics to local favorites.
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
Our people grow at the pace of their talent. We empower our people to learn, expand their perspectives, and unlock career growth. In an environment where commitment to excellence pays off, our people are able to deepen their impact and create a long-lasting legacy.
#LI-BudweiserUK&I
As a company, we dream big to create a future with more cheers. We are always looking to serve up new ways to meet life’s moments, move our industry forward and make a meaningful impact in the world. We are committed to building great brands that stand the test of time and to brewing the best beers using the finest ingredients.
Our diverse portfolio of well over 500 beer brands includes global brands Budweiser®, Corona® and Stella Artois®; multi-country brands Beck’s®, Hoegaarden®, Leffe® and Michelob ULTRA®; and local champions such as Aguila®, Antarctica®, Bud Light®, Brahma®, Cass®, Castle®, Castle Lite®, Cristal®, Harbin®, Jupiler®, Modelo Especial®, Quilmes®, Victoria®, Sedrin®, and Skol®.
Our brewing heritage dates back more than 600 years, spanning continents and generations. From our European roots at the Den Hoorn brewery in Leuven, Belgium. To the pioneering spirit of the Anheuser & Co brewery in St. Louis, US. To the creation of the Castle Brewery in South Africa during the Johannesburg gold rush. To Bohemia, the first brewery in Brazil.
Geographically diversified with a balanced exposure to developed and developing markets, we leverage the collective strengths of approximately 167,000 colleagues based in nearly 50 countries worldwide.
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