Electrical Technician. Job in Willand Education & Training Jobs

2 Sisters Food Group; Willand; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading food manufacturer as an Electrical Technician in Willand, Devon. In this hands-on role, you will ensure the smooth operation of factory machinery, responding to breakdowns and conducting preventative maintenance. The position offers competitive pay and opportunities for overtime, as well as benefits like holiday adjustments and employee assistance programs.

Benefits

Overtime available

20 days holiday

Refer a friend scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

50% discount at restaurants

Cycle2Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical engineering role with fault-finding expertise.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly to electrical breakdowns.
• Conduct planned preventative maintenance on machinery.
• Identify efficiency improvements on production lines.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Problem Solving

Fault-Finding

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.