Job Description : Job title - Maintenance Manager Location - Keith, Scotland Contract - Full time, Permanent Closing Date - 02 November 2026 Standard Scotland 38hr week. 8am - 4.30pm Mon to Thu and 8am to 2pm Friday.
About us
With over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, Diageo is home to some of the world’s most iconic drinks. From Johnnie Walker and Guinness to Tanqueray, Smirnoff and Don Julio, we craft brands chosen for life’s moments - from everyday connections to landmark celebrations. Bring your talent, curiosity and ambition, and strive for your personal best alongside people who challenge, support and learn from each other. Together, as one outstanding team, we keep learning, improving and raising the bar for our brands, our business and each other. Join us and play your part in making life’s moments mean a little more
About the role
In this role, you will lead and manage a team of professionals and/or production and manufacturing employees, ensuring team objectives align with wider operational goals. You will apply sound practical and conceptual knowledge within your area of expertise, while maintaining an understanding of how your team works with other functions. You will be accountable for team performance and results, adapting plans and priorities to meet changing operational needs while working within established policies, procedures and guidance from your manager.
Responsibilities
- Ensuring adherence to Health & Safety, Environmental & Quality Standards
- Ensuring compliance to maintenance regulatory standards within the area
- Working closely with Site Manager's, Operators, Maintenance Leads and Craft groups to ensure all mandatory and requested maintenance is effectively planned into the production schedule, ensuring the accurate resource and spare parts are available to carry out the maintenance
- Supporting and energising deployment of the MMS Asset Care Strategy level with technical teams and Operations
- Developing and delivering focused improvements to drive plant uptime and cost competitiveness
- Driving improvement initiatives in line with Manufacturing Excellence asset care practice
Requirements
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills and ability to communicate to all levels across the plant
- Ability to coordinate a variety of tasks and prioritise self and others accordingly
- Knowledge of Reliability Maintenance techniques and data analysis, use of applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and business systems such as SAP
- Excellent analytical skills with ability to lead and drive improvements
- Able to work as individual but also part of team. Have meticulous attention to detail
- Degree or qualification in engineering or equivalent hands‑on maintenance experience
- Full UK driving licence
Working with Us
Flexibility is key to our success. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you so that you’re supported to manage your wellbeing and balance your priorities from day one.
We recognise and value performance, offering our people a highly competitive Rewards and Benefits package. 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.
If you require a reasonable adjustment, please ensure that you capture this information when you submit your application.
Our brand story
With more than 200 brands sold in over 180 countries, we are home to a diverse portfolio of drinks enjoyed around the world. Every day, our talented colleagues bring creativity, expertise and passion to the brands people know and love. From established favourites to exciting new launches, the brands we build are shaped by culture, connected to local communities and made for life’s moments. By understanding our consumers and building strong, trusted relationships with our customers, we help our brands remain relevant, distinctive, and accessible. Our founders, including Arthur Guinness, John Walker and Charles Tanqueray, were visionary entrepreneurs whose ambition and ingenuity helped shape the drinks industry. Today, that pioneering spirit lives on through our people. Join us and you’ll work alongside talented colleagues from around the world, bringing together different perspectives, experiences and specialist skills. Together, you’ll challenge convention, explore new possibilities and help shape a more inclusive and sustainable future. You’ll be empowered to learn, grow, thrive, and make a lasting impact.
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Maintenance Manager in Dufftown employer: Diageo
Diageo is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Runcorn where you can lead a dedicated team in the bottling operation of some of the world's most iconic drinks. With a strong focus on employee development, diversity, and continuous improvement, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a supportive culture that values your contributions and well-being. Join us to craft memorable moments and grow your career in a globally recognised brand.
