Electrical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food industry is seeking a hands-on Engineer with a strong background in electrical engineering. The role involves maintaining high operational standards and safety compliance, conducting preventative maintenance, and supporting the Engineering Department. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and a proactive mindset, contributing to a supportive and inclusive working environment.

Benefits

Service Awards

Enhanced paternity and maternity leave

Free life insurance

Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme

Access to Perkbox with a variety of discounts

Discounted eggs and chicken

Celebration day after 1 year’s service

Access to DigiCare+ including Annual Health Checks

Discounted Gym Memberships

Free Eye Tests every two years

Yearly bonus eligibility after 6 months

Wellness programme

Employee Charity Matching Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience with PLC systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and TIG/MMA welding.
• Strong communicator with excellent time management skills.
• Organised and action-oriented, capable of balancing proactive and reactive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate contractor documentation and manage work permits.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and assist with testing, installing, and commissioning new equipment.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with Health & Safety procedures and documentation.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Detail-oriented

Team Collaboration

Proactive

Education

City & Guilds or BTEC Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

IOSH Managing Safely qualification

Food Safety and HACCP Level 2

Tools

PLC systems

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Are you a hands-on Engineer with a strong background in electrical engineering and a passion for driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment? We’re looking for a dedicated and proactive individual to support our Engineering Department in maintaining high operational standards and safety compliance across the site.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Maintain accurate contractor documentation and manage work permits.
2. Ensure all contractors complete required risk assessments and site inductions.
3. Use and update the PPM system and engineering diary.
4. Respond promptly to breakdowns and communicate effectively with production teams.
5. Conduct preventative maintenance and assist with testing, installing, and commissioning new equipment.
6. Ensure ongoing compliance with Health & Safety procedures and documentation.
7. Monitor and report progress on incidents, concerns, and maintenance issues.

About You:

1. City & Guilds or BTEC Level 3 in Electrical Engineering (required)
2. 18th Edition (or willing to work towards)
3. IOSH Managing Safely qualification
4. Experience with PLC systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and TIG/MMA welding
5. Working knowledge of MS Word and Excel
6. Food Safety and HACCP Level 2
7. Strong communicator with excellent time management skills
8. Detail-oriented and committed to documentation and audit readiness
9. Collaborative mindset – works well with teams across departments
10. Strives for excellence and continuous learning
11. Organised and action-oriented, capable of balancing proactive and reactive tasks

What We Offer:

1. A supportive and inclusive working environment
2. Opportunities for professional development and training
3. The chance to be part of a company where safety, teamwork, and performance are key values

If you’re a proactive engineer looking to make a real impact in a fast-paced and dynamic business, we’d love to hear from you!

Noble Foods is a family-owned company which began in 1920 and includes successful milling, poultry, agriculture, and consumer foods businesses. Within this, Noble Foods owns several successful brands, including the UK’s biggest free-range egg brand the Happy Egg co., Big & Fresh, and Purely Organic.

In a recent survey by Best Companies, we were rated as one of the Top 10 companies to work for in the Food and Drink industry.

Benefits and what we can offer you:

1. Service Awards
2. Enhanced paternity and maternity leave
3. Free life insurance
4. Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme
5. Access to Perkbox with a variety of discounts, including monthly freebies from Greggs or Café Nero
6. Discounted eggs and chicken
7. A Celebration day after 1 year’s service, with an extra day off for life events such as birthdays
8. Access to DigiCare+ including Annual Health Checks, Digital GP, Nutritional and Mental Health Consultations
9. Discounted Gym Memberships
10. Free Eye Tests every two years
11. Share in our success with the People Partnership — after 6 months, eligible for a yearly bonus
12. Additional allowances for First Aiders and Mental Health First Aiders
13. Wellness programme
14. Employee Charity Matching Scheme

All third-party and direct applications will be forwarded to our Outsourced Recruitment Partner, FMCG Executive Limited.