Adam+Squires

= BREWER = Three questions I want to anwser in my research about this job
 * Where can I work?[[image:ashcollcareers2012/beer.png align="right"]]
 * What is it like to do this job?
 * How much can I earn?

__** About this job **__ Brewers use science and brewing equipment to convert malted barley or other grains into beer, and do a variety of tasks in the production and packaging of beer. To get a job as a brewer I would need degrees in subjects like food science or technology, chemistry, biochemistry and microbiology. A tertiary entrance qualification is required to enter further training. Useful subjects include NCEA Level 3 chemistry, biology and maths. There is also a chance to become a master brewer, The Master Brewer Programme is recommended for candidates who have at least 5 years experience in the technical management of the beer production process. If I became a brewer this would be a goal I would be working towards.

__** Where can I work? **__ Two main employers of brewers

Many brewers work for the two main breweries, DB and Lion Nathan.


 *  DB has breweries in Auckland, Manawatu, Greymouth and Timaru.
 *  Lion Nathan has breweries in Auckland, Canterbury and Dunedin.

//"We have great people who are passionate, think creatively, make things happen and who are determined to succeed. Our brands are well known and integral to New Zealanders’ lives."// - DB Breweries

//We passionately believe we all have a part to play in inspiring good times for all New Zealanders. We are part of the fabric and psychology of the Kiwi landscape – spending time with friends and family, summers and barbecues, a beer by the fireplace in winter, dining out, watching sport and celebrating milestones. // // We genuinely believe in sociability and what it is to be New Zealanders. We encourage the safe and moderate consumption of our products by inspiring good times. - //DB Breweries
 * Our Purpose ** //Inspiring good times //[[image:http://db.federationmedia.com/DBBreweries/media/Inline-Images/doitwell_sm.jpg align="right"]]

DB brewery appeals to me more because it is a New Zealand brewer and proud of it, they embrace the fact that they are kiwis. They are looking for creative and determined employees who have a passion for what they do and share their values []

__**<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 150%;">What is it like to do this job? **__ <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Working Conditions
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">usually work regular business hours, but may do shift work and weekend work
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">work in laboratories, brew houses, brewpubs or small craft breweries
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">work in conditions that can be hot, cold, noisy or wet, and may also be required to work in enclosed spaces such as tanks or brewing vessels
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">may travel overseas for training, and to visit other plants if they work for large organisations

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">The hours are good and working in labrotories sounds fun. The conditions sound difficult to work in and is a major downside to this job. A huge upside to this job is the fact that there may be some overseas travel.

__**<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 150%;">How much can I earn? **__


 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">first time brewers earn anywhere between minimum wage & $40,000 a year
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">A brewer with up to 5 years of experience can earn around $60,000
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Head brewers may earn up to $120,000 a year

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">The starting pay is awesome. I would be working towards becoming a head brewer so I could earn as much as I can.

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__**<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 150%;">My Conclusions about this job **__


 * 1) <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">//What would I enjoy about this job? -// Free beer and the overseas travel.
 * 2) //<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">What would I not enjoy about this job? - //<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">The conditions I could be working in.
 * 3) <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">//How do I rate my interest in this job?// - High.
 * 4) //<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">How well would this job match my qualities, skills, values and interests? - //<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">I think it matches my values and interests pretty well but i'd need to develop some more skills in areas like food science.
 * 5) //<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">What would I need to develop the knowledge, skills and qualities needed? - //<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">I would need to take more subjects like chemistry and food science during secondary school.

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