Maintenance Engineer

2 Sisters Food Group; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 1 - 2; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Employee discount platform

Pension scheme with LG or NEST

Death in service benefit

Sick pay after qualifying period

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

2 Sisters Food Group in Carlisle is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to perform routine and reactive maintenance on manufacturing machinery, ensure health and safety compliance, and support electrical and general maintenance. The role operates on a 4 on, 4 off, 12‑hour shift pattern (6am–6pm).

The company is a leading UK food manufacturer with extensive sites, offering pension, death in service, sick pay, free onsite parking and an employee discount platform.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Experience in planned and reactive maintenance in manufacturing.
• Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with colleagues at all levels.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute to the wider team.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and reactive maintenance on manufacturing machinery and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations and Safe Systems of Work.
• Support mechanical, electrical and general maintenance activities as required.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Collaborate with the Engineering Team and report to the Engineering Manager.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of equipment reliability and production efficiency.

Skills

Maintenance

Root cause analysis

Problem-solving

Team player

Health & Safety

Education

NVQ Level 3 in mechanical or electrical engineering

Job description

Maintenance Engineer

Location: Carlisle

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

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 an individual that’s eager to join a prestigious employer within the FMCG sector. 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:

• Perform routine and reactive maintenance on manufacturing machinery and equipment
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations and follow Safe Systems of Work
• Support mechanical, electrical, and general maintenance activities as required
• Work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Collaborate closely with the Engineering Team and report to the Engineering Manager
• Contribute to continuous improvement of equipment reliability and production efficiency

About you:

We are seeking a proactive and motivated individual with a minimum of an NVQ Level 3 in either mechanical or electrical engineering who is ready to take the next step in their career.

We welcome candidates with a background in manufacturing who are eager for a new challenge and have experience in both planned and reactive maintenance roles.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to root cause analysis and problem-solving, possess excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with colleagues at all levels, and be a true team player who is keen to learn from others, share knowledge and support the wider team.

Up to 32.5 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

Company pension scheme with Legal & General or NEST pension

Death in service benefit, optional - linked to membership of L&G pension

Company sick pay - after qualifying period

Free onsite parking

Exclusive 2 Sisters employee discount platform available via an app offering savings of up to 60% with brands including Asda, Morrisons, Marks and Spencer and Tesco.

Employee assistance programme.

Grocery Aid - employees access to counselling

Why Join Us?

As one of the UK’s largest food manufacturers, we provide ample opportunities for career growth and skill development. We emphasize promoting from within, ensuring you can build a rewarding career with us!