Mechanical Maintenance Technician (Willand)

ZipRecruiter; Willand; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician for their Willand site. This role involves maintaining production machinery and ensuring smooth operations. Ideal candidates will have mechanical experience and a relevant apprenticeship or NVQ qualification. The company offers extensive training, career growth, and a supportive work environment with various benefits.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development opportunities

High overtime potential

33 days annual leave including bank holidays

Refer a friend scheme

Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme

Grocery Aid support services

Boparan Restaurant Group Discount

Cycle2Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Hands-on Mechanical experience preferred, fast-paced environment experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Engineering and Maintenance repairs on-site for Production Machinery.
• Fix rollers, small gearboxes, motors, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Support team with machinery breakdowns and maintenance planning.

Skills

Mechanical Maintenance

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Education

Time-Served Apprenticeship in Mechanical Maintenance

NVQ 3

Job description

Job Description

Mechanical Maintenance Technician
Location: Willand, South Devon
Salary: £25.44 p/h (circa £53K per annum)

Shifts:

• Continental Shift Pattern: 4 on, 4 off




• Day Shifts: 06:00 - 18:00; Night Shifts: 18:00 - 06:00

About Us:
Join 2 Sisters Food Group, one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, with an annual turnover exceeding £3 billion and approximately 13,000 employees across 16 sites. We have a strong presence in poultry, chilled, and bakery food categories, including popular brands like Holland's pies. We are committed to delivering high-quality products to the British public and our retail and food service customers, including major retailers like Aldi, Asda, Co-op, KFC, Lidl, Marks & Spencer, Morrison's, Sainsbury's, Tesco, and Waitrose.

About the Role:
As a Mechanical Maintenance Technician, you'll be responsible for maintaining site operations by overseeing engineering and maintenance repairs, handling breakdowns, and executing planned and preventative maintenance schedules.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct Engineering and Maintenance repairs on-site, largely for Production Machinery and some building repairs.




• Fixing rollers, small gearboxes, and small motors, as well as hydraulics and pneumatics.




• Supporting the team with machinery breakdowns as needed and contributing to some maintenance planning.




• Ensuring smooth operations across the site as part of a wider maintenance team.

About You:
This position is ideal for a candidate with hands-on Mechanical experience, who is looking for a fantastic career opportunity within an industry-leading organisation, widely known for internal opportunities for both technical and career ladder progression. Experience is a fast-paced environment is desirable but not essential - if you have any Mechanical Maintenance experience, we'd love to hear from you!

Key Skills or Qualifications:

• Time-Served Apprenticeship in Mechanical Maintenance or relevant discipline, or NVQ 3 as a minimum with related industry experience.




• Desirable: Experience in hydraulics, pneumatics, or fast-moving production machinery.

Benefits:

• Ongoing training and development opportunities




• High overtime potential




• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays




• Refer a friend scheme




• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Grocery Aid are free and confidential support services 365 days a year




• Boparan Restaurant Group Discount - 50% discount for friends and family. (Giraffe World Kitchen, Harry Ramsden, Ed's Easy Diner and Burger & Cocktails




• Cycle2Work Scheme

Why Join Us?
As one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, we provide ample opportunities for career growth and skill development. We emphasise promoting from within, ensuring you can build a rewarding career with us.

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