Engineering and General Maintenance Assistant

2 weeks ago

Taunton, United Kingdom Sheppy's Cider Limited Full time

**About us**

Sheppy's Cider Limited is an independent family-run cider making business.

We have a part-time vacancy which is ideal for someone who is very practical, hands-on and who has good engineering skills and general maintenance ability.

The role is to support our Senior Engineer in his day-to-day work on machinery and around the site generally, to help him when he needs it and to work independently when required. A calm, friendly and positive attitude to the team and to the work is essential.

Good mechanical experience/understanding

Metalwork/lathe work/fabrication

Welding

Woodwork/carpentry

Basic building repairs

Basic plumbing

Understanding very basic electrics

The following is a list of the sorts of jobs you will spend your time doing. Some of these will come with training and experience:
Learning how our production machines work

Assisting with overhauling and maintaining production machinery

Fault-finding on production equipment and assisting with repairs

Assisting with the planned maintenance programme

Assisting with maintenance record-keeping

Painting (metal and wood)

General property maintenance and repairs around the site such as unblocking drains

We are a business which values experience, practical skills and adaptability.

The new employee will develop a good knowledge of the whole site and farm over time. The presence of the public on site has to be a constant consideration.

The hours will be spread over 4 days a week (usually Monday to Thursday), amounting to 28 to 32 hours a week. Your day will start at 8 am. Flexibility to assist outside advertised hours during staff absences or emergencies may be required, including an earlier start.

The post will be based in the cider factory and all staff in this setting must observe basic hygiene standards and will receive appropriate in-house training. The post-holder will require Level 2 Food Hygiene training, which the company will arrange.

The post-holder will report to the Senior Engineer.

**You will receive**:
28 days holiday a year pro rata (including Bank Holidays)

On site free parking

Discounted staff menu for meals on duty

Staff discount on our retail or hospitality products, and for meals with a family member or friend (no more than one guest)

**Terms of Employment**:
Employer: Sheppy’s Cider Ltd

Hours of work: usually 28 - 32 per week

Probation: 6 months

Hourly rate of pay: £15 - £16 per hour based on experience

Start date: As soon as possible

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £15.00-£16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 28 - 32 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Louisa

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