At Nissan Sunderland, our future is electric. In every sense of the word. Right now, we’re
transforming our plant to create a world-first Electric Vehicle (EV) manufacturing hub. And
we couldn’t be prouder of the role we’re playing in driving electrification.
Join our Manufacturing team, and you’ll understand why we’re so excited. You’ll discover
high-energy work, real innovation and career paths that don’t stop at your job title. It’s an
opportunity to bring your spark and explore what’s next. And it’s your chance to grow your
own electric future.
What’s it’s really like to work here
Life in our factory is hands-on, fast-paced and highly organised. You’ll learn as you go, and
be on your feet - surrounded by the electric atmosphere of the UK’s largest car
manufacturing plant.
But what might surprise you is that there’s also a flip side. You’ll get the opportunity to
rotate around different tasks, learn new skills and become part of our outstanding
manufacturing team. We’ve designed our processes to be as efficient as possible.
What you’ll need
● Resilience and reliability
● The ability to understand processes
● A flexible approach to shift work, overtime and job rotation
● A safety-conscious attitude with the drive to learn new skills
● Although not essential, previous experience in a similar role would be great, so
when applying please provide as much detail on your employment history as
possible
● You must be 18 or over on the day of starting your employment with us and you’ll
need to successfully complete all stages of our recruitment process
● You must be eligible to work in the UK and we’ll need to see proof of this (this role is
not suitable for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa)
Please be aware that we have a zero tolerance approach to the misuse of drugs and
alcohol in the workplace and carry out pre-employment testing during the hiring process.
A positive result will mean we are unable to progress your application.
We’re offering:
● A temporary contract with a starting salary of £28,079 rising to £29,104 in your first 12
months
● A comprehensive training programme with off the job learning to bring you up to
speed when you first join us
● The opportunity to join our Private Medical Insurance from day one
● Shift allowance, along with paid overtime and 26 days’ holidays (plus bank
holidays)
● A wide range of perks and benefits, from employee car schemes to discounts on
fitness and leisure facilities, and much more.
Ready to apply?
If you’re looking for a role where you can graft, learn and be proud of what you’ve built at
the end of every shift, you’ll fit right in. Click the button below and discover a rewarding
manufacturing career and an electric future right here at Nissan.
We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including women,
ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and those from socially or economically
disadvantaged communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences everyone
brings and believe diversity strengthens our workplace.
and attendance is required.
Top Skills
What We Do
At Nissan Motor Corporation, we are transforming how people live and drive — and we need passionate innovators to help us create a more sustainable future. As a global automotive leader, we take pride in enriching the lives of our employees and believe your passion, talent, and dedication are essential to our success. That’s why we provide career growth opportunities to help you move ahead, internal mobility so you can explore other career paths, and a healthy work-life balance so you always feel your best. In the spirit of “doing what others don’t dare to do,” we value your knowledge and life experience. We work to ensure all employees have a voice and always feel comfortable using it. Join us on our journey into a future of possibility, and experience a career as exhilarating as the open road.
Why Work With Us
Nissan is a global company driven by the accomplishments of our employees. We find pride in our continued commitment to diversity and an exciting lineup of vehicles. Simply put, we are at the intersection of people, transportation, and the environment which keeps us at the forefront of innovation.
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