Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer – Ambrosia Premier Foods
📍 Location: Ambrosia Creamery - Premier Foods
💰 Salary: £55,000 per year (+ Overtime)
🕒 Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (Alternating Days & Nights)

What you’ll be doing:

• Diagnosing and fixing electrical faults, keeping production running smoothly.
• Programming, fault-finding, and optimizing Siemens PLCs.
• Supporting the wider team with mechanical maintenance when needed – we believe in a multi-skilled approach!
• Working on planned and reactive maintenance to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.

• Contributing to continuous improvement projects.

The ingredients we’re looking for:

• Qualified Electrical Engineer (NVQ Level 3, HNC, or equivalent).

• Experience with Siemens PLCs – programming, troubleshooting, and fault-finding.

• Familiar with process controls and instrumentation is a bonus.

• A proactive approach with a willingness to support mechanical maintenance.
• Experience in an FMCG/manufacturing environment is a big plus.

• A positive, team-first attitude.

What’s in it for you?

• A competitive £55,000 salary plus overtime opportunities.
• A structured 4 on 4 off shift pattern (alternating days and nights).
• The chance to work with an iconic brand in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• A supportive team that values collaboration and innovation.
• Plenty of opportunities to develop your skills and grow your career.

A great British food company

Premier Foods is one of Britain’s biggest listed food companies, employing over 4,000 colleagues at 13 manufacturing sites and offices up and down the country.

Many of our brands have been part of UK life for more than a century and you’ll find them in 90% of British households.

At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome.