Closing date 21/09/2026
Join our Supply Chain and Manufacturing team.
Supply Chain & Manufacturing is where our brands are made, moved and delivered to the world.
With over half of our people working across more than 100 sites, this is a complex, large-scale operation that brings together production, logistics, engineering and supplier partnerships. It’s fast-paced and hands-on, with teams working together to ensure quality, efficiency and sustainability at every stage. From sourcing ingredients to getting products into customers’ hands, you’ll play a role in delivering the brands people know and love.
A forward-thinking €200 million investment has brought an innovative, carbon-neutral brewery to life in Newbridge, Co. Kildare. This best-in-class facility will be 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.
As the Capability & Operational Excellence Manager, you will play a pivotal role in building the skills, leadership capability and continuous improvement culture that drives high performance across our operations. Working closely with leaders across Brewing, Engineering, Quality, Utilities and Supply, you will design and embed capability frameworks, learning programmes and operational excellence initiatives that ensure our people, processes and systems are equipped to deliver safe, efficient and consistent results. This is a highly visible role, combining strategic thinking with hands-on delivery to strengthen workforce capability, enhance frontline leadership and create a culture where continuous improvement is part of everyday work.
We're seeking an experienced capability, learning or operational excellence professional who is passionate about developing people and improving performance. You have a track record of building capability programmes, influencing stakeholders and driving meaningful change in operational environments. Confident working across functions, you use data, coaching and continuous improvement principles to deliver sustainable results and help teams perform at their best.
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!
If you require a reasonable adjustment, please ensure that you make a note of this when you submit your application.
Worker Type :Regular
Primary Location:Littleconnell Brewery
Job Posting Start Date : 2026-09-07
Diageo's official LinkedIn account. We're a global leader in premium drinks, across spirits and beer, a business built on the principles and foundations laid by the giants of the industry.
With over 200 brands sold in 180 countries, our portfolio has remarkable breadth. From centuries-old names to exciting new entrants, and global giants to local legends, we're building the very best brands out there, and with over 30,000 talented people based in over 135 countries, we're a truly global company. With such diversity, we're able to truly represent our broad consumer base and think differently about the future.
To maintain our position as leaders in the alcoholic beverage market, we always invest in the future and are mindful of the impact we have. Because just like the legends of our past, we're here to raise the bar – for people as well as the planet.
