Be part of something big
Finnebrogue is a leading UK-based food producer within the global Sofina Foods Group. We look at what is wrong with food to figure out how to make it the best it can be. Operating from four facilities in Downpatrick, Northern Ireland, Finnebrogue supplies major supermarkets with own-label bacon, sausages, burgers, and vegetarian products, as well as its pioneering Naked range made without nitrites.
Finnebrogue is a leading UK-based food producer within the global Sofina Foods Group. We look at what is wrong with food to figure out how to make it the best it can be. Operating from four facilities in Downpatrick, Northern Ireland, Finnebrogue supplies major supermarkets with own-label bacon, sausages, burgers, and vegetarian products, as well as its pioneering Naked range made without nitrites.
We have been recognised as the UK’s Employer of the Year by Grocer Gold and the Best Place to Work in Northern Ireland by the Irish News Workplace & Employment Awards. Our robust People Strategy offers career pathways and development opportunities for all employees, emphasising talent growth and wellbeing with generous benefits for all. We are proud to be the first food producer in the UK and Ireland to achieve the Diversity Mark accreditation and are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace.
Globally, Sofina Foods and its wholly owned subsidiaries operate more than 40 sites and have over 14,000 employees in Canada, UK, Island of Ireland, Germany and France.
Benefits
At Finnebrogue, we offer more than just a job - we provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support and reward our employees. Working in one of our state-of-the-art facilities, you’ll enjoy free onsite parking and access to electric charging points and access a restaurant-standard canteen with all meals subsidised, including free breakfast options.
You’ll enjoy access to our award-winning Food Shack, where you can receive up to 5 free food products per week. You’ll also have confidential support through Insula Wellbeing, our on‑site counsellors.
We offer a full calendar of wellbeing, social, and sports events, helping you stay balanced and connected. As you settle into the business, your benefits will continue to grow, with the Perks Discount card, gym membership, cashback healthcare plan, cycle-to-work scheme, electric car scheme, and even your birthday as a paid holiday.
Job Purpose
The Team Lead will be reporting and working closely with the Engineering Manager to plan and schedule Engineering Shift resources to ensure that the processing equipment is kept in full working order, liaising with the Production Team to ensure job requests are promptly actioned.
The Team Lead will have accountability for the shift’s engineering workload, prioritisation, and direction of the workload to ensure that pro‑active maintenance is completed, ensure that all Engineering works meet and exceed site Health & Safety requirements - use of Permit to Work, appropriate PPE, machinery isolation using Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO).
Hours of Work
Continental shift pattern working 12 hour shifts, two weeks on day shift and two weeks on evening/night shift, on a rsoter basis covering Monday to Sunday.
Day Shift - 6am to 6pm
Evening/Night Shift - 6pm-6am
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Engineer Team Lead in Downpatrick employer: Finnebrogue
Finnebrogue is an exceptional employer, recognised as the UK's Employer of the Year, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and development. With a comprehensive benefits package including subsidised meals, free food products, and a focus on inclusivity, employees are supported in their career growth within a state-of-the-art facility in Downpatrick, Northern Ireland. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to making food better while enjoying a balanced and rewarding work environment.
