Electrical & Controls Engineer

Location Forest Gate

So, what’s it all about?

As our next Electrical and Controls Engineer, you'll need to be assertive and tenacious. Working with a team of skilled professionals, you'll be required to be the sites go to engineer when it comes to maintaining and repairing electrical and controls systems faults.

To excel in this position, you will need to be able to lead the project of helping increase the controls systems knowledge on site within the engineering team, training and developing the shift engineer’s ability within automation, in line with company standards, whilst continuing to support them with more challenging tasks.

You will be comfortable adapting to different situations that arise in a fast-paced environment. You’ll be comfortable dealing with and resolving issues while working on a range of automated equipment.

The Key Requirements...

• To have a thorough understanding of automation within a factory environment

• To be able to program, modify, fault find and repair PLC systems

• Hold a high-level and recognisable electrical engineering qualification (degree, HND, HNC, OND, ONC etc)

We’ll provide you with opportunities to learn new skills, grow and develop and we aim to provide our colleagues with a job for life! We have many long-serving colleagues, some with over 30 years' experience with us. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative and friendly team environment.

Benefits baked in


All colleagues can choose from a wide range of benefits, here’s a top crust taster of what we offer:
• Competitive annual leave and flexibility where possible for a healthy work-life balance and recharge your batteries.
• Three levels of pension schemes to suit your needs. • Aviva DigiCare+ Workplace App includes annual health checks, digital GP consultations, nutritional advice, and much more.
• Hovis Choice benefits platform for everyday savings, cashback and much more.
• Free on-site parking.

At Hovis, we believe in embracing diversity and creating a welcoming workplace for everyone. Whether you're applying for a job or already part of our team, we promise to treat you with fairness, respect, and dignity. You will be valued and included here at Hovis. Does this sound like the right environment for you? If so, we would love to hear from you.
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