Electrical Maintenance Technician (Carlisle)

ZipRecruiter; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading food manufacturer as an Electrical Maintenance Technician in Carlisle. You'll be part of a dynamic engineering team, responsible for daily electrical maintenance in a fast-paced environment. This role offers career growth and a supportive work culture within the FMCG sector. Enjoy competitive benefits, including generous leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Up to 32.5 days of annual leave

Company pension scheme

Death in service benefit

Company sick pay

Free on-site parking

Employee discount platform

Employee assistance programme

Wisdom wellbeing app

Grocery Aid access to counselling services

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification of NVQ Level 3 required.
• Apprentice-trained Electrical Technician preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily electrical maintenance on machinery and production equipment.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety Regulations.
• Work within a fast-paced environment covering all electrical engineering maintenance activities.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Proactive Approach

Education

NVQ Level 3

Job description

Job Description

Electrical Maintenance Technician

Location: Carlisle, UK

Working Hours: 4 on 4 off, 2 days and 2 nights - 12-hour shift patterns (6am - 6pm)

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

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. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals eager to join a prestigious employer within the FMCG sector. 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.

Role Overview:

As an Electrical Maintenance Technician, you will work closely with the Engineering Team within the Meal Solutions Cavaghan & Grey division, carrying out daily electrical maintenance activities in line with Health & Safety instructions and site policies.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

1. Carrying out daily electrical maintenance on machinery and production equipment.
2. Ensuring work complies with Health and Safety Regulations using Safe Systems of Work.
3. Working within a fast-paced environment covering all electrical engineering maintenance activities.

About You:

You should have a minimum qualification of NVQ Level 3. We also welcome individuals who have recently completed their apprenticeships and are eager to advance their careers.

• Apprentice-trained Electrical Technician, ideally with experience in Food or FMCG manufacturing, but we welcome engineers from all industries seeking a new challenge.
• Experience in planned/reactive maintenance roles.
• A proactive approach to engineering, with experience in root cause analysis to resolve recurring problems.
• Strong interpersonal skills, capable of working closely with colleagues at all levels.
• A team player willing to learn, share knowledge, and support the wider team.

Benefits:

• Up to 32.5 days of annual leave (including bank holidays).
• Company pension scheme with Legal & General or NEST.
• Death in service benefit, optional, linked to L&G pension membership.
• Company sick pay after qualifying period.
• Free on-site parking.
• Exclusive employee discount platform offering savings of up to 60% with brands like Asda, Morrisons, Marks & Spencer, and Tesco.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Wisdom wellbeing app.
• Grocery Aid access to counselling services.

Why Join Us?

As one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, we offer ample opportunities for career growth and skill development. We prioritize promoting from within, enabling you to build a rewarding career with us.