Reliability Engineer

Who We Are

Suntory is a fast moving, agile and entrepreneurial business that is home to some of the nations most loved brands. The Suntory Group is one of the largest soft drinks companies and among the world’s leading consumer products companies. We offer a uniquely diverse portfolio of beverages enjoyed by millions across the globe

About your role

The primary responsibility of the Reliability Engineer is the continuous improvement of the performance of site’s process and packaging equipment by ensure the correct Planned Preventative Maintenance activities are reflected in the weekly, monthly and annual plans.

What You'll Do

Drive reliability and performance at our Coleford site by leading FMEA, advanced RCA, and data‑driven maintenance improvements.

You’ll own preventative maintenance strategies, eliminate recurring failures, and help shift the operation from reactive to proactive engineering.

We are looking for an experienced FMCG engineer passionate about continuous improvement and making equipment run better, faster and longer.

What's in it for you

Joining Suntory isn’t just about taking on a role, it’s about embarking on a career journey. You have the opportunity to work with talented, inspiring and authentic leaders and have the freedom to dream big and go for it (Yatte Minahare). At Suntory you’ll find a supportive work environment that values work life balance and that will help you realise your full potential and grow for good. Our People and Culture team are a team that genuinely care about creating a great experience for our employees and we would love you to be part of it.

What You need to be successful

Indentured Apprenticeship

HNCHND within Engineering Discipline

Extensive experience within FMCG environment

Knowledge and experience of techniques that drive reliability of assets including:

• Failure Mode and Effects Analysis
• Predictive Analysis
• Performance Evaluation Assessments
• Advanced Root Cause Analysis
• Problem Solving

Formal qualification in Continuous Improvement Principles (ideally Kaizen, 6 Sigma Green Belt or equivalent) would be advantageous.

Statutory Compliance within a manufacturing environment

Thirst for personal development and overall CI

Good engineering knowledge in FMCG industry, especially Bottling industry

Our DEI Commitment

At Suntory, we recognize that diverse knowledge, perspectives, and backgrounds contribute to our collective success. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals can bring their whole selves to work every day, regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or any other protected characteristic.

Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to highlight what Suntory offers as an employer while allowing candidates to share their unique skills and experiences. We understand that career trajectories vary, and if you believe your experience/background can benefit our team, we encourage you to apply. We endeavor to make our interview process as inclusive as possible and offer reasonable accommodations as needed. Together, we can cultivate a workplace where everyone can thrive and propel our mission of Growing for Good.