Maintenance Technician

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Electrical & Controls Technician
-Mars Petcare
Melton Mowbray £51,900- £56,000 (including shift allowances, DOE) + £2,000 Welcome bonus, Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits
Shift pattern 12 Hrs - 7-7, 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off
Why Join Us?
At Melton, we're at the forefront of innovation in high-speed food processing, and we're searching for a talented
Electrical & Controls Technician
to join our team. This isn't just another job - it's your chance to make an impact, grow your expertise, and work with cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Cutting-Edge Tech : Work with advanced systems like ABB/Kuka robotics, Allen Bradley PLCs, and predictive maintenance tools.
Supportive Culture : Be part of a team that values innovation, continuous improvement, and collaboration.
The Role
We have an opportunity for an
Electrical & Controls Technician
to join and be responsible for the efficient, safe, and reliable operating condition of complex process and high-speed food processing equipment. The role will mainly focus on
providing equipment troubleshooting and breakdown maintenance . As troubleshooting requirements are accomplished, the technician will change focus toward preventive maintenance activities.
Systematically
repair, adjust, and maintain processing, filling, conveying, and packaging machinery
using established maintenance reliability practices, consistent observation, repair, and follow-up of operational effectiveness. Other duties include participating in
continuous improvement teams, working on new project activities
and continuous training.
Shift Pattern
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12 Hours
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2 Days:
7am-7pm
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2 Nights : 7pm-7am
...and then repeat.
⭐ What's in it for you? Competitive salary
£51,900- £56,000 (including shift allowances, DOE) £2,000 welcome bonus
paid in your 1st weeks salary Hot food restaurant
on site Career growth opportunities
with structured development & Mars University Private healthcare
+ equal parental leave Generous pension
(up to 9% contribution) Life assurance
(4x salary) EV salary sacrifice
scheme Gym membership
& wellbeing support Annual leave starting
at 24 days, rising to 32 with service Free parking
on site
✅ What We're Looking For Practical electrical engineering skills gained through
HNC/HND (NVQ Level 4 apprenticeship or equivalent) and BS7671, or comparable hands-on experience in a technical field. Understanding of precision instrumentation -including repair and calibration-or experience with similar technical equipment. Mindset:
Strong problem-solving abilities, curiosity, and a drive to improve processes and efficiency. Ability to adapt to various electrical power supplies
and control systems, with a willingness to learn new technologies and approaches to equipment maintenance and troubleshooting. Experience in troubleshooting and maintaining automated
or electromechanical machinery, or a background in related fields such as industrial maintenance, robotics, or process engineering, with exposure to automation concepts.
Key Responsibilities Maintain, troubleshoot, test, and modify
automated and electromechanical equipment, applying transferable skills from related technical roles. Apply engineering principles -drawing on both mechanical and electrical knowledge-to resolve production issues and enhance efficiency and reliability. Develop, track, and communicate
maintenance metrics to identify, reduce, and eliminate recurring equipment issues, contributing to improved system reliability. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
(such as Lean Manufacturing or Kaizen), bringing fresh perspectives from previous roles or industries. Conduct Root Cause Failure Analysis
on major breakdowns and recurring problems, using analytical skills and experience from any technical problem-solving environment.
What You Can Expect from Mars Work alongside
130,000+ Associates worldwide
guided by our Five Principles Be part of a
purpose-driven company
shaping "the world we want tomorrow" Access
world-class training & development
from day one Join a company with an
industry-leading salary and benefits package
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Location:
Leicester
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
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