Asset Care Technician

PepsiCo; Leicester; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global food and beverage company in Leicester is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to coordinate maintenance activities and support engineering teams. The ideal candidate will have advanced electro-mechanical skills and relevant qualifications, along with strong problem-solving abilities. We offer a competitive salary, bonuses, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to employee development and wellbeing.

Benefits

Annual salary of £48,433.50

Quarterly incentive based on KPIs

Employer contributes 10% pension

Provided PPE and staff discounts

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in engineering.
• Optional certifications like City & Guilds 2391 or IET 18th Edition.
• Knowledge in maintaining maintenance records.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with maintenance and engineering teams for maintenance.
• Support reactive maintenance and analysis of root causes.
• Collaborate with specialists on continuous improvement.

Skills

Advanced electro-mechanical skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Digital competence

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent engineering apprenticeship

Recognised electrical/mechanical qualification

Tools

SCADA systems

PLC systems (Allen Bradley/Siemens)

CMMS

Job description

Overview

Please note, the role is subject to consultation.

Why PepsiCo?

PepsiCo UK is home to some of the world's most loved food and drink products. We have a fantastic reputation for developing and launching products that our consumers love. PepsiCo products are enjoyed globally more than one billion times a day in over 200 countries and territories. The company generated nearly $92 billion in net revenue in 2024, driven by a diverse portfolio including Walkers, Doritos, Pepsi MAX, Quaker, and Pipers.

Join our Supply Chain team at our Leicester factory, our largest UK manufacturing site, producing our PC products and snacks. It is a multi-technology, automated plant with around 1200 staff. Our Leicester site is fast-paced and adaptable, capable of rapid idea implementation.

We offer a competitive salary, quarterly bonus, health and wellbeing benefits, pension, and more. In 2024, we enhanced parental leave policies, now fully paying for 26 weeks of maternity and 10 weeks of paternity leave for eligible employees. We also promote sustainability with electric car options via salary sacrifice, in partnership with Octopus Energy. Our commitment to wellbeing and career development has earned us a Top Employer accolade for 14 consecutive years.

Position Summary

Reports to: Reliability Manager

Working Hours: 42 hours across 3.5 days/week, including three 12-hour day shifts (06:30–18:30) aligned with site shutdowns, plus 6 hours on alternating Thursdays and Fridays (06:30–12:30).

Salary & Benefits:

• Annual Salary: £48,433.50 (including shift allowance)
• Quarterly Incentive: £1,200–£3,000 based on KPI achievement
• Overtime may be available
• Relocation and sponsorship options may be available
• Pension: Employer contributes 10% on top of your 5%
• Holidays: 23 days plus your birthday, with options to buy/sell extra days
• Provided PPE, staff discounts, virtual GP, physiotherapy, cycle-to-work, electric car schemes, subsidised canteen, long service rewards, free parking

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with maintenance and engineering teams to ensure planned maintenance completion
• Support reactive maintenance and analysis of root causes
• Collaborate with control, electrical, reliability, and condition monitoring specialists
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, safety, and food safety actions
• Maintain accurate maintenance records in CMMS

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent engineering apprenticeship with hands-on experience
• Recognised electrical/mechanical qualification
• Advanced electro-mechanical skills, with optional certifications like City & Guilds 2391 or IET 18th Edition
• Knowledge of SCADA, PLC systems (Allen Bradley/Siemens), CMMS
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and influencing skills
• Curiosity, learning agility, and digital competence

We value our workforce’s dedication and support continual personal and career growth. We foster an inclusive culture through Employee Resource Groups, are committed to equality, and support applicants with adjustments during the recruitment process. For some roles, criminal conviction declarations may be required later in the process.