2025 Apprentice Electrical Engineer
Belfast (Guiness Packaging Site)
First Year Base Pay £25,553.00 + Bonus + Pension + Shares + More Benefits!
Ever wondered what it's like to be part of a team that crafts iconic brands enjoyed around the world? At Diageo, our apprentices get the best of all worlds.
Why Choose Diageo Apprenticeships?
This 3-year programme is structured to get the very best out of you. Over the course of your apprenticeship, you will be working towards a qualification in ENGINEERING (ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC) Level 5 Foundation Degree Higher Level Apprenticeship.
Prospective applicants may be required to attend Individual or Group Pre-Entry Advice Sessions (IPEAS and GPEAS) as part of the selection process. These sessions may take place on campus, via telephone, or through a video call (Microsoft Teams) and are an essential component in assessing suitability for all courses.
To be eligible for entry, applicants must:
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Be at least 18 years of age on or before 1st July in the year of their proposed course entry.
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Typically hold a minimum Level 3 qualification equivalent to 56 UCAS tariff points. This must include at least one full A2 subject (combinations of AS levels will not be accepted) or an equivalent qualification such as a Subsidiary Diploma or an Adult Access qualification in Science.
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Applicants with Level 3 NVQ qualifications will be considered on an individual basis. However, they may be required to complete additional assessments in Mathematics and English before being accepted onto the course.
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Have achieved at least 15 points at Level 2 or above (e.g., GCSE) or hold an equivalent approved qualification.
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Provide clear evidence of proficiency in both written and spoken English.
You’ll be a tenacious problem-solver, who’s proud of getting a great job done, and someone who shows integrity, respect for others and, above all, a passion for learning something new every day. Having strong communication skills and being able to collaborate will set you up for success.
We encourage anybody who is interested in this programme to apply, we encourage all backgrounds, abilities, religions, gender identities, sexualities, and ethnicities.
We know that for Diageo to thrive and 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.
Having great communication skills and the ability to work as a team are key skills for this apprenticeship. Having an interest in Digital journeys, being able to solve problems, and thinking critically will help to set you up for success.
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 on offer, the Diageo Engineering apprenticeship could just be the best decision you’ve ever made.
What are the Career Paths after the programme?
Through this apprenticeship, you will gain valuable work experience while developing both practical skills and theoretical knowledge at a local college, leading to industry-recognised qualifications. Upon completion, you will achieve ‘Time Served’ status, opening the door to a rewarding and long-term career within a dynamic, innovative, and globally renowned organisation.
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 robust selection process:
At this stage, it is important that you submit your updated CV, clearly stating your highest acquired education and your experience. No prior experience is required to be considered for the apprenticeship program. 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 receive an email with a link to Pymetrics to participate in an online game based assessment. Please make sure to complete the set in a quiet environment with no distraction and stable Wi-Fi.
If you successfully pass the first screening stage, you will then be invited to the second step.
Some roles and locations may also be subject to a 4th stage where you will be invited to site to meet with additional managers for a tour to help you fully understand the role you are applying for.
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!
Diageo is the world’s leading premium drinks company known for our wonderful collection of iconic brands such as Johnnie Walker, Smirnoff, Baileys, Captain Morgan, Tanqueray, and Guinness.
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.
Flexibility is key to success in our business and many of our people work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time, compressed hours, flexible location. Please talk to us about what flexibility means to you and don’t let anything stop you from applying.
Our ambition is to create the best performing, most trusted and respected Consumer Products Company in the world. To achieve these, we need the world’s very best people.
