Electrical Technician

2 Sisters Food Group; Willand; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading food manufacturer as an Electrical Technician at a key production facility. This hands-on role involves ensuring the smooth operation of factory machinery, responding to breakdowns, and conducting preventative maintenance. You'll work closely with engineering teams to enhance production efficiency in a dynamic environment. With competitive pay and the chance to make an impact, this is an exciting opportunity for proactive professionals looking to thrive in the food industry.

Benefits

Overtime available

20 days holiday

Refer a friend scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

50% discount at restaurants

Cycle2Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical Engineering.
• Proven experience in electrical engineering with strong fault-finding skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond to electrical breakdowns effectively and efficiently.
• Conduct planned preventative maintenance on machinery.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Fault-Finding

Problem-Solving

Preventative Maintenance

Education

NVQ Level 3

City & Guilds Level 3

Job description

Electrical Technician
Location: Willand (Devon)
Salary: £24.39 p/h

Shifts: Continental 4 on 4 off (Rotating days and nights) 6am-6pm/6pm-6am

About Us

Joining 2 Sisters Food Group means becoming part of the UK's largest food manufacturer, with a £3 billion+ turnover and over 13,500 employees. Our Willand site is a key production facility within our poultry division, producing high-quality products for major retailers such as Tesco and Aldi. Here, we live up to our mantra of "Making Every Meal Moment Special."

About the Role

The Electrical Technician will be part of the engineering maintenance team ensuring the smooth operation of factory machinery and equipment. This is a hands-on position where you'll work as part of a dedicated team, responding to breakdowns, carrying out preventative maintenance, and contributing to larger projects to improve production processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond quickly and effectively to electrical breakdowns
• Conduct planned preventative maintenance (PPM) tasks on machinery and equipment
• Work closely with both engineering and non-engineering teams to identify efficiency improvements and cost savings on production lines

About You

This role is perfect for a proactive, hands-on professional with a strong electrical foundation and experience in industrial or manufacturing environments.

Requirements

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds Level 3 (Apprenticeship/College)
• Proven experience in an electrical engineering role, with expertise in fault-finding and problem-solving
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Experience in food manufacturing or industrial settings is highly desirable

Benefits

• Overtime available
• 20 days holiday (adjusted for 12-hour shifts)
• Refer a friend scheme
• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Grocery Aid, offering free and confidential support services 365 days a year
• Boparan Restaurant Group Discount - 50% off for friends and family at Giraffe World Kitchen, Harry Ramsden, Ed's Easy Diner, and Burger & Cocktails
  Cycle2Work Scheme

Why Join Us?

At Willand, you'll be part of a critical team producing for top retailers like Tesco and Aldi. You'll enjoy competitive pay, stability, and the chance to make a real impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.