Job Description

At Hilltop Honey, we're a team of honey heads with a taste for perfection. Every drop of golden sweetness we produce is crafted with care, passion, and a bit of engineering know-how. We're now looking for an Engineer who shares that obsession with quality and wants to help keep our production buzzing.

Based at our factory in Newtown, you'll play a key role in keeping our machinery running as smoothly as our honey flows -- carrying out maintenance, tackling breakdowns, and driving continuous improvements. From preventative maintenance to problem-solving on the line, your work will help us take the Honey category up a notch.

We're after someone with:

Experience in engineering within a manufacturing or food production environment Proficiency with engineering schematics, both electrical and mechanical A time-served apprenticeship in mechanical maintenance and basic electrical knowledge or qualification A methodical approach to working with impeccable record-keeping Knowledge of power tools, welding equipment, and precision instruments Computer literacy A solid understanding of food manufacturing requirements Keen attention to detail and pride in doing things right
In return, you'll join a close-knit team that values craftsmanship, attention to detail, and a shared love for what we do.

Because we believe good work deserves a little sweetness, you'll receive:

Competitive salary from a Real Living Wage Employer - because good work deserves sweet rewards Access to company events that keep the hive buzzing all year round Enhanced maternity and paternity leave to support life's sweetest moments Free parking, so your journey to work is as smooth as our honey Cycle to work and Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice schemes to keep you moving sustainably Employee Referral programme - share the buzz and bring your friends on board One day a year to give back to your local community - because spreading goodness matters A solid pension contribution to help secure your future BUPA Cash Plan and Life Insurance to look after yourself and your loved ones
So...ready to join the Hive? Apply now and help us keep Hilltop Honey flowing smoothly and sweetly.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to 47,367.67 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free parking Life insurance On-site parking Private medical insurance Referral programme Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:

Newtown: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Are you proficient with mechanical and electrical engineering? Have you carried out preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on production machinery?
Experience:

Mechanical engineering: 2 years (required)
Language:

English (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person