British Sugar is a home-grown success story and one of the most efficient and competitive beet processers in the world. Around 3,500 farmers based in East Anglia and the East Midlands supply our four advanced manufacturing sites with eight million tonnes of sugar beet every year. We, in turn, make this in to over 1 million tonnes of sugar, serving customers across the UK, Ireland and increasingly growing commercially in the EU and world sugar markets.
Job Information Full time, Permanent
Location: Cantley
Salary: From 53,642.95
Who we are British Sugar is a world-class sugar producer and has been a major player within UK agriculture for over 110 years.
Cantley factory, located in the heart of the Norfolk Broads just 30 minutes from Norwich, was the first beet sugar factory in the UK and has been producing sugar on site since 1912.
With a rich history of innovation, we continue to invest in our factories to make them ever more efficient.
At Cantley, over £30 million of new equipment and innovative technology has been installed in the last two years — including digitisation of sugar-making processes, new power generation, carbon reduction projects, and a state-of-the-art water treatment plant.
Opportunity We are looking for an E&I Technician to join our Electrical, Instrumentation and Control team.
Our highly skilled E&I technicians work closely with Process and Mechanical technicians to ensure the highest quality product is produced safely.
Ask yourself:
Do you like variety in your role?
Are you a problem solver?
Do you enjoy being part of a team?
Are you keen to learn?
If yes, you may be interested in joining us.
Skills and Experience
Level 3 qualification (HNC/NVQ 3 or equivalent/higher) in Electrical Engineering and/or Instrumentation and Control
Strong technical knowledge and hands-on experience in large-scale, complex industrial installations
Understanding of hazards and controls in complex industrial environments
Effective technical problem solving, fault diagnosis, and continuous improvement skills
Maintenance experience with electrical and instrumentation systems
If you specialise in either Electrical or Instrumentation and Control, training and upskilling are provided.
Responsibilities
Electrical tasks: 3-phase electrical distribution (24V DC to 11kV AC), installation, instrumentation and calibration, maintenance, and fault finding
Installation of new plant or modifications
Troubleshooting and fault finding on plant systems
Planned inspections and proactive maintenance
Testing and commissioning plant for operations
Ensuring plant safety during maintenance or repair
Work Pattern This role may include shift-based or day-based work, depending on site needs.
What We Offer
Starting salary: £53,642
Contributory pension up to 10%
34 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays) + option to buy 1 extra week
Salary sacrifice car scheme (after 6 months)
Annual professional membership paid
Retail discounts (My Staff Shop)
Ongoing professional development
Employee Assistance Programme
Subsidised canteen
Clothing and PPE provided