Electrical & Controls Technician-Mars Petcare

Ethel M; Melton Mowbray; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food processing company in Melton Mowbray is seeking an Electrical & Controls Technician to maintain and troubleshoot advanced process equipment. This role offers a competitive salary of £51,900–£56,000 plus benefits including private healthcare, pension contributions, and opportunities for career growth. Applicants should possess practical electrical skills and experience in automation. Join a dynamic team focused on innovation and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private healthcare

Generous pension

Gym membership

Annual leave starting at 24 days

Qualifications

• Practical electrical engineering skills including BS7671 or comparable hands-on experience.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and drive to improve processes.
• Experience in troubleshooting automated or electromechanical machinery.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, test, and modify automated and electromechanical equipment.
• Apply engineering principles to enhance efficiency and reliability.
• Conduct Root Cause Failure Analysis on major breakdowns.

Skills

Practical electrical engineering skills

Problem-solving abilities

Understanding of precision instrumentation

Adaptability to various electrical power supplies

Experience in troubleshooting automated/electromechanical machinery

Education

HNC/HND (NVQ Level 4 apprenticeship or equivalent)

Job description

**Job Description:** **Shift pattern 12 Hrs – 7-7, 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off******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** – **12 Hours**• **2 Days:** 7am-7pm• **2 Nights**: 7pm-7am…and then repeat.* **Competitive salary** £51,900– £56,000 (including shift allowances, DOE)* **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****Electrical & Controls Technician** **-Mars Petcare** **Melton Mowbray** **£51,900– £56,000 (including shift allowances, DOE)** **+ Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits**