Can you tell us a bit about yourself and your current role?

I am currently working as a brewing shift manager - leading a team of technicians that run brewhouse, fermentation and yeast operations.

What path led you into the drinks industry, and what drew you to the role you’re in now?

I studied a master’s in chemistry and chemical engineering at the University of Strathclyde, I really enjoyed my course, but I did not have any idea what I wanted to do after it. During my penultimate year I got an opportunity to complete an internship at a food manufacturing site and really enjoyed the manufacturing environment. Brewing really appealed to me as there is a great balance of science and process engineering.  I joined Molson Coors on their graduate programme, allowing me to experience different sites and areas of the business.

This was a great way to understand the industry better and trial different roles.

What are you currently working towards or enjoying most in your role?

The thing that I enjoy most is that there is constant opportunity to learn. Sometimes this is from working through complex problems but most of the time this is from my colleagues.  I am very fortunate that the team I work in are very supportive and always willing to share their knowledge and experience with me.

Is there something you’ve learned so far - about the industry or about yourself - that you didn’t expect when you started?

I did not appreciate the complexity of the industry & beer is now my drink of choice!

Is there anything you’d like to share with other women considering a career in the drinks industry? Or any final thoughts you’d like to share? 

Go for it! There is a huge variety of roles within the industry- reach out to people and find out which opportunities align with your skills, values and interests.

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