Engineer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced multi-skilled engineer to join our team on a permanent contract.

The Role:

As a Multi-Skilled Engineer, your work will be at the heart of what we do. From ensuring the smooth operation of our brewing systems to helping deliver the quality that Joseph Holt is known for, your efforts will directly contribute to keeping the beer flowing to pubs and customers across the Northwest.

At Joseph Holt, our Brewery in Cheetham Hill, Manchester is the heart of our operations. From brewing award-winning beers to packaging and distribution, you’ll be working behind the scenes to ensure everything runs smoothly. Our site features a mix of classic and modern technology, including a boiler, compressors, pumps, cask and keg packaging lines, CIP sets, grain handling systems, and a variety of push-button and SCADA control systems. Brewing here since 1860, we combine tradition with innovation to deliver exceptional beer – and you’ll be part of the team that makes it all possible!

Key Responsibilities:

• Flexible Monday–Friday day shifts, with a consistent schedule that supports work-life balance (please note that overtime is not currently available)
• Join our small, hands-on engineering team to perform a variety of electrical and mechanical maintenance tasks across the site, either independently or alongside trusted contractors
• Focus on proactive, preventative maintenance to minimise downtime and keep operations running smoothly
• Order parts and maintain accurate records to ensure efficient support for brewery needs
• Participate in exciting projects and Capex initiatives as we continue to modernise and innovate our site.

The Successful Candidate:

• Hold necessary trade qualifications (NVQ, Apprenticeship)
• The successful candidate will be self-motivated, driven, willing to challenge and improve and have a good work ethic
• Willing to learn with support from Joseph Holt to gain further qualifications
• Experience with SCADA systems / PLCs is beneficial, but not essential
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work with multiple stakeholders
• Highly organised, with a positive attitude and the ability to thrive in a friendly team.

What we offer:

• 28 days holiday a year + 5 bank holidays
• Company discount card; 20% off food, drink and accommodation
• 20% discount on Joseph Holt Beers from our online shop
• Company-wide celebrations and awards: Various fundraising events and Star of the Month
• Company Contributory Pension Scheme
• Annual Summer and Christmas Bonus Scheme
• Annual Pay Review
• Employee Assistant Programme – available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Incredible external discounts and rewards scheme
• Induction and Ongoing training
• Free onsite parking
• The chance to gain a qualification through our apprentice scheme
• Long Service Awards; 10, 20, 30, and 40-year awards

Who are we:

Joseph Holt is an independent, six-generation family-owned company, with 128 pubs across the Northwest, ranging from traditional community pubs, food led destination pubs and some with onsite letting rooms. Since 1849 we have been brewing a wide range of award-winning beers in our Manchester brewery, which have won 7 Gold Medals at the International Brewing Awards at the last 7 International Brewing Awards in the last 14 years alone. Alongside this, we have an ever-expanding Free Trade and sell beer to multiple types of accounts across the country. We are a friendly, family run Brewer and Pub Company that are passionate about what we do and the people who work for us. For over 100 years, we have raised funds for the Christie Hospital and also support different charity appeals throughout the community.

For more information on our Brewery and Awards see – https://www.joseph-holt.com/brewery

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing Brewer and pub company, with a genuine focus on people. To apply please send your CV to Lynsey Halley via email at [email protected]