2026 Apprentice Multiskilled Engineer

Job description

OverviewClosing date: 15th March 2026

First Year Base Pay £27,277 annually + Bonus + Shares + More Benefits!

DIAGEO APPRENTICESHIPS — YOUR NEXT BIG OPPORTUNITY

Curious about what it's like to help build some of the planet's most iconic brands? With over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, we're the world's leading premium drinks company. Join us to collaborate, explore, and innovate as you build brands consumers love. Together with passionate people from all over the world, you'll test new ideas, learn and unlock a brighter, more exciting future.

What You Can Expect

An inclusive culture that welcomes you and values your unique perspective

Supportive leaders who champion your growth and celebrate your progress

Skills that set you up for success, including respected qualifications and hands-on experience

A safe and encouraging environment focused on wellbeing, learning, and confidence

About The RoleAs a Diageo Engineering Apprentice at our Marshalls Road site in Belfast, you'll learn by doing, working alongside expert engineers, getting hands‐on with real equipment, and building your confidence one step at a time. You'll support day to day engineering tasks, help tackle technical problems, and share your progress through weekly reviews and project presentations. It's a welcoming environment where curiosity is encouraged, your ideas matter, and your growth truly counts.

Key Responsibilities

Support and shadow engineers during day-to-day tasks and engineering projects

Assist with planned maintenance to ensure equipment runs safely and effectively

Carry out fault-finding and support root-cause problem-solving

Follow all health and safety protocols and safe-working procedures

Document and report your work daily and weekly, both in writing and verbally

Present your project work and complete a weekly job review

Recognise opportunities for continuous improvement in your own learning and in the performance of the production line

Contribute positively to a friendly, inclusive, supportive engineering team

This exciting programme will support you working towards an ENGINEERING Mechatronics, Level 5, Foundation Degree Higher Level Apprenticeship. Covering a period of 3 years you will spend your time at college – SERC (South Eastern Regional College) - one day per week, with your remaining 4 days spent on site. Suitable transport to and from work and college would be beneficial.

Entry RequirementsGCSE/ Level 2 Requirements

GCSE grade C/4 in English Language & Maths (Or equivalent in an approved alternative qualification) or Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills- Communication, or equivalent in an approved alternative qualification.

Passes in 4 different subjects (can include English Language and Mathematics and as above), with 1 at GCE Advanced (A) level (grades A-E), and 3 at GCSE level (grades A*-C*/9-4), or equivalent

Course Entry RequirementsA minimum of 56 UCAS Tariff points including:

GCE A level (A2): Typical grade profile CC [to include 1 from Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Technology & Design, Design & Technology, Engineering, Electronics or Double Award Science/Applied Science.]

RQF Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering with overall award profile MPP or Diploma in Engineering with overall award profile MM

Access to HE Diploma (NI): 45% overall in an Engineering Access course and 45% in level 2 Access Mathematics.

Who Thrives In This ProgrammeYou're the kind of person who brings energy, heart and curiosity wherever you go. You love being part of something bigger, and you're excited to grow, develop fresh abilities and make a real impact. You don't pretend to know everything and that's your superpower. Instead, you ask questions, stay open-minded and use every experience as a chance to level up. You show up with positivity, a can-do attitude and a willingness to get involved. Whether you're collaborating with others or taking the lead on your own tasks, you bring authenticity, kindness and a proactive attitude. You're still figuring things out (we all are!) but you're committed, passionate and ready to shine.

What You Bring

Motivation and drive — you're determined to move forward and make progress

A supportive team-player vibe — you enjoy working with others and lifting people up

Resilience — you bounce back, learn and keep going

Adaptability — you're comfortable adjusting when things change

A genuine desire to learn and grow

Openness to new skills and opportunities

Passion for the role and the company's mission

Comfort with feedback — you use it to become better, not bitter

The ability to recognise limitations and ask for support when needed

A mentality that sees challenges as development opportunities

A proactive, thoughtful approach to your work

A positive, can-do attitude that inspires others

Rewards & BenefitsYour first-year salary follows the Real Living Wage, giving you a strong and competitive starting point. You'll also receive Diageo's industry-leading benefits package. With the skills, experience, and long-term opportunities available, this apprenticeship can be a powerful and exciting step toward your future.

Your Future CareerYou'll gain hands-on experience, develop practical and theoretical expertise, and achieve industry-recognised qualifications leading to Time Served status. This opens doors to long-term opportunities across a global, innovative, world-class organisation and more!

What The Selection Process Looks Like

STEP 1 — CV Submission Share your current CV with your education and any experience such as part-time work, volunteering, sports, hobbies, or projects. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We will review all applications and you should receive notification within 2 weeks on whether you are being progressed to step 2.

STEP 2 — Video Interview If selected, you'll complete a short Hirevue video interview. Where applicable, you can share your preferred specialty area. A short supporting video can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/_ucpYcaRCBc?feature=share

STEP 3 — Assessment Centre These assessment centres are held on-site and last typically around 3 hours. You'll meet members of the team and take part in activities designed to understand your strengths as well as having the opportunity to meet current apprentices and ask questions. A brief supporting video is available here: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/2-xcXrveiRE

We're Here To Support YouOur Talent Engagement Team is available for any adjustments or support you may need at any stage. We'll also share helpful guidance to help you feel confident and prepared throughout the process. We're hosting Parent / Caregiver / Guardian information sessions to help support the application process that can be booked here: https://diageocrm.avature.net/en_GB/apprenticeshipparentengagement. (Additional sessions will be offered for candidates as they progress.)

Flexibility is key to success in our business and many of our people work flexibly in many different ways. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

We're excited to learn more about you — and to assist you as you take this meaningful next step in your career journey.

Worker Type Apprenticeship (Fixed Term)

Primary Location Marshalls Road

Additional Locations

Job Posting Start Date 2026-01-19

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Belfast

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

30-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English