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Micro Brewer

A Micro Brewer produces beer in a small facility, managing ingredient preparation, quality control, packaging, and distribution.

How do I become a micro brewer

Get qualified to work as a micro brewer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

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Common questions

In Australia, a full time Micro Brewer generally earns $1,100 per week ($57,200 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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This industry has seen strong employment growth in recent years. There are currently 1,200 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Micro Brewer. Micro Brewers may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If you’re planning a career as a Micro Brewer, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Food Processing. This course will develop your skills in a range of areas including following a food safety plan, OHS, administration, compliance and technical abilities. You may also be able to choose electives in production or packaging.

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Micro Brewer careers

A Micro Brewer produces beer in a small brewing facility. You might work for a craft beer maker or produce your own brew in a specialised operation. Micro Brewers prepare ingredients and oversee the mixing process. You might take samples or perform inspections to check beer quality. You may be involved in packaging and distributing the finished product.

Micro Brewers should have strong attention to detail and be able to make accurate measurements when processing beer. You’ll need to be able to follow correct procedures and adhere to industry standards and regulations. Micro Brewers should be able to communicate well when liaising with customers and distributors. You’ll need to be organised and able to manage several tasks at one time.