Site Electrician

Are you an Electrician who thrives on solving technical challenges, improving equipment performance, and keeping production running at its best? As an Site Electrician at our Edinburgh site, you'll play a key role in supporting a highly automated manufacturing environment, helping to ensure our iconic products are produced safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

You'll join an experienced and supportive engineering team where collaboration, continuous improvement, and technical excellence are at the heart of what we do. Working with a wide range of modern manufacturing technologies, control systems, and automated equipment, you'll have the opportunity to develop your expertise while making a visible impact on the performance of the site.

Working on a rotating continental-style shift pattern, you'll alternate between 12-hour day shifts (6:00am–6:00pm) and night shifts (6:00pm–6:00am). You'll work an average of 42 hours per week while benefiting from 14 days off every 28-day cycle, providing regular extended breaks and supporting a strong work-life balance alongside a rewarding engineering career.

With ongoing investment in our people and facilities, this is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who enjoys variety, embraces innovation, and wants to build a long-term career with one of the UK's leading food manufacturers.

Responsibilities

• Be part of a skilled engineering team that supports the performance and reliability of a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing operation.
• Work with a diverse range of electrical systems, automation technologies, and production equipment in a modern food manufacturing environment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that drive operational excellence, equipment efficiency, and future-focused engineering solutions.
• Support the delivery of exceptional production standards while helping to maintain a safe, quality-driven, and highly efficient bakery.
• Enjoy a varied and rewarding role where your technical expertise will contribute directly to the success of some of the UK's best-loved biscuit brands.

Criteria

• A recognised Electrical Engineering qualification, ideally supported by a time-served apprenticeship.
• Experience working within a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment.
• Strong electrical fault-finding and problem-solving capabilities, with a passion for technical excellence.
• Exposure to automation, control systems, or modern manufacturing technologies would be advantageous.
• A proactive approach, strong attention to detail, 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.