Overview
Diageo is the world's leading premium drinks company with a portfolio of brands sold in more than 180 countries.
We foster passion, curiosity, collaboration and growth as you explore, innovate and build a career worth celebrating.
About the Function
Supply Chain & Manufacturing is where brands are made, moved and delivered.
With teams across more than 100 sites, this function combines production, logistics, engineering and supplier partnerships to deliver quality, efficiency and sustainability at every stage—from sourcing ingredients to getting products into customers' hands.
About the Role
The Bundaberg Distillation Manager leads the safe, compliant and efficient operation of Bundaberg Rum's distillation process, ensuring the right volume and quality of spirit to meet demand and support maturation.
This role protects the quality, consistency and heritage of a premium spirits brand while driving operational excellence across the distillery.
You will work with Maturation, Planning, Quality, Engineering and Site Leadership to oversee day-to-day distillation operations, optimise production performance and lead continuous improvement across safety, quality and efficiency.
Role Responsibilities
Lead the protected and compliant operation of the distillery, ensuring all activities meet HSE, quality, food safety and regulatory standards across fermentation, distillation and liquid handling processes.
Complete production plans to deliver the required volume and quality of rum, partnering with Planning, Maturation and Operations to meet demand and production priorities.




Monitor and optimise distillation performance, including fermentation, process control, yield, spirit quality and loss reduction, ensuring products consistently meet specification.
Partner with Engineering and Reliability teams to improve asset performance, minimise downtime and enhance production efficiency through proactive maintenance and continuous improvement.
Work closely with Quality and Technical teams to investigate process deviations, resolve operational issues and implement corrective actions that protect product quality and consistency.
Drive initiatives that improve operational efficiency, process reliability, sustainability and cost performance across the distillation operation.
Lead, coach and develop the distillery team, fostering a strong culture of safety, accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
Experience / Skills Required
Extensive experience in distillation, brewing, fermentation, beverage alcohol, food manufacturing, chemical processing or other process manufacturing environments.
Strong understanding of process operations, manufacturing controls and safe production practices within a regulated environment.




Demonstrated experience leading operational or shift-based teams, with the ability to deliver production plans while maintaining high standards of safety, quality and compliance.
Experience working cross-functionally with Planning, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance and HSE teams to optimise production performance and resolve operational challenges.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret production data, identify improvement opportunities and drive operational performance.
Experience with process control systems or manufacturing technologies such as SAP, MES, SCADA or similar digital manufacturing platforms is highly regarded.
A proactive leadership style with strong communication, stakeholder management and a passion for developing high-performing teams while protecting the integrity of a premium heritage brand.
Flexible Working & Rewards
Flexibility is key to our success.
Talk to us about what flexibility means to you, so you're supported to manage your wellbeing and balance your priorities from day one.
Rewards & Benefits: Competitive salary, performance-driven bonus, hybrid working, generous leave, health & wellbeing support, learning programmes and inclusive culture.
Commitment to Inclusion & Diversity
Our purpose is to celebrate life, every day, everywhere.
We embrace diversity in the broadest possible sense and strive to create an inclusive culture where everyone can belong and contribute.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
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📌 Bundaberg Distillation Manager (Bundaberg Central)
🏢 Diageo
📍 Bundaberg Central