Overview
Automation & Digital Systems Trainee
Function: Supply Chain
Location: Hereford
Salary: up to £30,000 per annum with benefits listed below
Contract: 18 month Fixed Term Contract
Closing Date: 21st October 2025
Please note: We may close vacancies early where we receive a high number of applications, so don’t delay!
About The Role
As an Automation & Digital Systems Trainee, this is an exciting opportunity to build and apply your automation and computer engineering skills by delivering innovative solutions to support our cidery operations. You’ll report to the Site Automation & Electrical Engineer and work closely with the automation team to support daily activities. The role involves hands-on problem solving, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of site processes. You’ll be supported throughout, as we work together to ensure the site runs efficiently, sustainably, and in line with lean principles.
If you’re looking for a strong development opportunity and a first step into the industry, here’s what your time with us could look like:
* Learning about our sites automation infrastructure and condition-based monitoring techniques to further support our Technicians and Maintenance Development Engineers on the shopfloor.
* Gaining exposure to systems such as Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Middleware, PLC, SCADA, Brewmaxx, Networks and Virtual LANs.
* Utilising SQL code by writing and improving queries for data comprehension and organisation.
* Providing support in the full lifecycle of sitewide Automation, Network infrastructure, Digital Systems & Data capture.
* Developing and maintaining systems to enhance data availability, visibility, capture and accessibility for real-time data across the site.
* Collaborating with the Digital & Technology (D&T) teams and onsite digital engineer to support Industry 4.0 initiatives.
* Working in a continuous improvement environment to foster a sustainable and high-performing site.
Qualifications & What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking an individual with a strong drive to learn and thrive in the unknown. While experience is not required, the following are desirable: theoretical and some project experience within computing/computer science and foundational knowledge of software-hardware integration or data science/analytic principles.
* Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or equivalent
* Utilisation of data management tools such as SQL
* Exposure to Industry 4.0 concepts and digital technologies
* Ability to problem solve and think analytically
* Ability to collaborate within a team environment with stakeholders to share ideas, solutions and overcome challenges
If you want to grow and develop your skills, gain hands-on experience with a wide range of technologies and sharpen your problem-solving abilities, we’d love to hear from you.
What’s In It For You
This is a brilliant opportunity to gain practical experience with professionals in automation, digital & manufacturing fields while applying your theoretical knowledge. You’ll receive support and development opportunities within the field of automation & digital engineering, contribute to environmental & sustainability goals, and be part of real change at the site. You’ll also have the chance to network with colleagues across sites to deepen your understanding of automation engineering within FMCG.
Benefits
* Annual bonus
* Double-matched pension (up to 10%)
* 32 days holiday, plus three public holidays
* Life assurance
* Private Medical Insurance (family cover available)
* Free ciders and beers (including low and zero alcohol options)
* Retail discounts
* Wellbeing support and mental health resources
* Development opportunities and colleague networks
The Application
If you’re interested, please apply before the closing date listed above. You might not meet every single requirement for the role, and that’s okay—we all need the opportunity to develop. We’re committed to finding great talent who can grow with us, regardless of background.
If you need adjustments to support your application, please contact us. Please note: rewards and benefits can vary by role and may be taxable. We’re happy to discuss further during the application process.
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