Science & Technology Opportunity: Brewer Technical

Brewer Technical Current Vacancies

2007-06-17:

Technical Brewers manage the production of beers and lagers, ensuring quality and consistency.

Brewing is a biochemical process where malted barley is boiled with hops and water, cooled and then fermented with yeast so the natural sugars turn to alcohol.

A high level of scientific and technical knowledge is required. checking temperature and quality - maintaining detailed records - assessing suppliers - overseeing technical developments

taking responsibility for stock control - Managerial duties are often included in the brewer's role.

Technical brewers usually work 40 hours a week.
Due to the necessity for regular process checking, brewers tend to work on a shift system which includes weekends.

Much of the work is based in the production area overseeing the brewing process.

The majority of posts are with large breweries that run their own training programmes for graduates.
Those with production units across the world may offer employment abroad.

Vacancies are advertised locally and on graduate recruitment websites, the British Beer and Pub Association can also provide contact details of a number of breweries.

Experienced brewers can progress to become senior, head brewers or technical directors, although they may need to move company in order to progress.

Some brewers opt for self-employment, setting up their own micro-breweries to produce speciality beverages. A head brewer or senior manager could earn 40,000 to 50,000 a year. Employees in micro-breweries will earn less (Permalink)