Electrical & Controls Technician-Mars Petcare

Leicestershire - UK

Hourly Salary: GBP 12 - 12

Posted on: 31-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description:

Electrical & Controls Technician -Mars Petcare

Melton Mowbray
(including shift allowances DOE)
Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits

Shift pattern 12 Hrs 7-7 2 days 2 nights 4 off

Why Join Us

At Melton were at the forefront of innovation in high-speed food processing and were searching for a talented Electrical & Controls Technician to join our team. This isnt just another job its 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.

Whats in it for you

Competitive salary (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 Were Looking For

Practical electrical engineering skillsgained through HNC/HND (NVQ Level 4 apprenticeship or equivalent) and BS7671 or comparable hands-on experience in a technical field.
Understanding of precision instrumentationincluding repair and calibrationor 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 principlesdrawing on both mechanical and electrical knowledgeto 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 130000 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

Required Experience:

Job Description:Electrical & Controls Technician -Mars Petcare Melton Mowbray (including shift allowances DOE) Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits Shift pattern 12 Hrs 7-7 2 days 2 nights 4 off Why Join UsAt Melton were at the forefront of innovation in high-speed food processing and were ...