Job description
Are you an Electrician who enjoys solving problems, working with advanced manufacturing technology, and making a real impact every shift? As a Site Electrician at our Cwmbran site, you'll play a vital role in supporting the performance, reliability, and efficiency of our production operation, helping to ensure our much-loved products reach customers across the UK.
Working as part of a highly skilled and supportive engineering team, you'll enjoy a varied role where no two shifts are the same. From supporting state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment and automation systems to contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, you'll have the opportunity to develop your technical expertise while helping to drive operational excellence across the site.
You'll work a rotating 4-week shift pattern covering mornings, afternoons and nights, with shift times including 6:00am-2:00pm, 2:00pm-10:00pm and 10:00pm-6:00am. The pattern averages 39 hours per week and provides 8 days off every four weeks, including regular long weekends and consecutive rest days to support a healthy work-life balance
This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that continues to invest in its people, technology, and facilities. If you're motivated by problem-solving, continuous improvement, and developing your engineering career within a world-class manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
• Be part of a skilled engineering team supporting the performance and reliability of a fast-paced, high-volume food manufacturing operation.
• Work with a broad range of electrical, electronic, automation, and production systems in a modern manufacturing environment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance equipment performance, efficiency, and operational excellence.
• Help maintain the high standards of quality, food safety, and engineering excellence that underpin some of the UK's best-loved biscuit brands.
• Enjoy a varied role with opportunities to expand your technical knowledge, develop new skills, and make a visible impact across the site.
Criteria
• A recognised Electrical Engineering qualification, ideally supported by a time-served apprenticeship.
• Experience within a manufacturing or production environment, with food manufacturing experience advantageous.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills, with a passion for delivering technical excellence.
• Exposure to PLCs, automation, or modern manufacturing technologies would be beneficial.
• A proactive, collaborative approach and a commitment to continuous learning and development.
About us?
We are a leading UK food manufacturer, producing a wide range of high-quality bakery products enjoyed by millions of consumers every day.
Our site manufactures premium oat bakes, shortbread products, and own-label ranges supplied to some of the UK's most recognised retailers, foodservice operators, and household brands. Operating within a fast-paced and highly regulated manufacturing environment, we are committed to delivering exceptional standards of food safety, quality, and customer service.
Employing approximately 150–250 colleagues on site and operating 24/7, we continue to invest in our people, facilities, and future growth. Our success is built on creating a culture where individuals are supported to develop their careers, contribute new ideas, and make a meaningful impact on the business.
We believe our people are the key ingredient to our success. That's why we are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive, and rewarding workplace where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.
What’s in it for you?
Grow your career with genuine development opportunities – whether you're looking to deepen your technical expertise, expand your leadership capabilities, or take the next step in your career, you'll be supported through training, mentoring, and ongoing professional development.
Join a business that invests in its people – you'll become part of a collaborative and supportive culture where knowledge sharing, teamwork, and continuous improvement are valued and encouraged every day.
Make a real impact – enjoy a role where your contribution is recognised and where you'll have the opportunity to influence performance, drive improvements, and help shape future success.
Benefit from a competitive rewards package – including a range of employee benefits, wellbeing support, pension contributions, annual leave, and additional perks that help support you both inside and outside of work.
Be part of something bigger – join a successful and growing organisation where innovation, quality, and continuous investment create exciting opportunities for long-term career progression.
Commitment to inclusion
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to succeed. We believe that different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds strengthen our organisation and help us create a more innovative and rewarding workplace.
By nurturing talent and supporting continuous learning, we provide opportunities for our people to develop both personally and professionally. We are dedicated to creating an environment where individuals can be themselves, contribute fully, and build fulfilling careers.
Further information
Once you have responded to the above, your application will go through the following stages of assessment:
• Application Review - Your CV, supporting documents and qualification notes will be reviewed by hiring managers to determine eligibility for interview.
• Interview - If invited to interview, you'll be assessed against the categories in the Skills & Experience section of the job advert.
• Feedback - Feedback will be provided post-interview. If successful, your application will be considered for offer. Please note feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview.