Controls Maintenance Engineer

Mars - RSR

Swithland

On-site

GBP 55,000 - 59,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus

Private healthcare

Pension

Life assurance

EV salary sacrifice

Gym membership

Annual leave up to 32 days with tenure

Free parking on site

Job summary

Mars - RSR in Melton Mowbray is seeking an experienced Electrical & Controls Technician to ensure safe, efficient operation of high-speed processing equipment.

You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain machinery, contributing to continuous improvements and reliability across the line, with opportunities for growth and Mars University training. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare, pension, and generous leave.

Qualifications

Practical electrical engineering skills gained through HNC/HND or NVQ4 and BS7671, or equivalent hands-on experience.
Understanding of precision instrumentation—repair or calibration.
Mindset: strong problem-solving and drive to improve processes.
Ability to adapt to various electrical power supplies and control systems.
Experience in troubleshooting and maintaining automated or electromechanical machinery.

Responsibilities

Maintain, troubleshoot, test, and modify automated and electromechanical equipment.
Apply engineering principles to resolve production issues and improve reliability.
Develop and communicate maintenance metrics to reduce recurring issues.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (Lean/Kaizen).
Conduct Root Cause Failure Analysis on major breakdowns.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Instrumentation knowledge

Problem solving

Adaptability to power systems

Maintenance troubleshooting

Education

HNC/HND or NVQ Level 4

BS7671

Tools

ABB robotics

Kuka robotics

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Job description

Job Description

Job Description:

Melton Mowbray
£54,700– £59,100 (including shift allowances, DOE)
+ £5,000 Welcome bonus, Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits

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

Our Melton Mowbray factoryis proudly part ofMars Petcare. Since 1951, our Melton site has been at the heart of UK pet food manufacturing, producing some of the world’s most-loved pet food brands likePEDIGREE®andWHISKAS®.Together, we are united by a single, inspiring purpose: to createA Better World for Pets®

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 – 12 Hours

2 Days: 7am-7pm
2 Nights: 7pm-7am

…and then repeat.

What's in it for you?

Welcome bonus paid in your first 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 skillsgained 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