Brewing Technician

Location: Tuatara Brewery, Upper Hutt, New Zealand

Type of Contract: Full-time Permanent

About us

When you join DB Breweries, you join the global HEINEKEN family, where everyone is encouraged to be themselves, contribute their ideas, learn and grow as part of one of the largest beer and cider brewing companies in the world spanning 70 countries.We believe diverse views make great brews, and the vibe in our team is very much reflected in our four values: PASSION for consumers and customers, CARE for people and planet, ENJOYMENT of life, and COURAGE to dream and pioneer. 

We offer a great range of benefits and a positive, inclusive culture, including:

• Free health, life, and income protection insurance.
• 5% employer KiwiSaver contribution.
• Monthly allowance of beer, cider, RTDs, or alcohol‑free beverages.
• Generous employee discount at Star Hospitality venues.
• Enjoyment of Life leave — an extra paid day each year to do something you love
• Generous parental leave provisions
• Free confidential counselling.
• Digital wills, feminine hygiene products, retail discounts.
• Commitment to Fair Pay through Mind the Gap and the Pacific Pay Gap Inquiry.

About the Role

As a Brewing Technician, you’ll work across all areas of the brewery, learning from a talented crew and gaining hands-on experience producing some of New Zealand’s most loved brands. You’ll be key to keeping our quality high, our shelves stocked, and our reputation shining.

What you’ll do:

• Operate brewing, cider, and RTD production processes to world-class standards
• Work with Planning, Inventory, and Packaging teams to meet production goals
• Carry out quality checks and help keep the brewery in top shape
• Assist with maintenance and continuous improvement projects
• Rotate across different shifts (early brew, late brew, filtration, cellar)

What you’ll bring:

• Secondary education and either a relevant tertiary qualification (Level 4+) or 2–3 years’ experience in FMCG or maintenance
• Bonus points for brewing, biotechnology, engineering or continuous improvement experience (TPM, Lean, Six Sigma)

If you're passionate about brewing, eager to learn, and love working in a team, this could be your next great move.

Come and brew your career with Tuatara and DB Breweries. Apply today!

Please note: We are not accepting candidates from recruitment agencies for this role.