Electrical & Controls Technician — High-Speed Automation

Mars, Incorporated; Melton Mowbray; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global food company is seeking an Electrical & Controls Technician in Melton Mowbray. The role involves maintaining complex processing and food production equipment while providing troubleshooting and preventive maintenance. Applicants should have strong electrical engineering skills, hands-on experience, and a mindset geared towards continuous improvement. This position offers a competitive salary of £51,900–£56,000 plus a performance bonus, alongside exceptional benefits and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Private healthcare

Generous pension

Life assurance

Gym membership

Annual leave starting at 24 days

Free parking on site

Qualifications

• Practical electrical engineering skills gained through education or hands-on experience.
• Understanding of precision instrumentation, including repair and calibration.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and curiosity to improve processes.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Practical electrical engineering skills

Understanding of precision instrumentation

Strong problem-solving abilities

Adaptability to various electrical power supplies

Experience in troubleshooting automated machinery

Education

HNC/HND (NVQ Level 4 apprenticeship or equivalent)

Job description

A leading global food company is seeking an Electrical & Controls Technician in Melton Mowbray. The role involves maintaining complex processing and food production equipment while providing troubleshooting and preventive maintenance. Applicants should have strong electrical engineering skills, hands-on experience, and a mindset geared towards continuous improvement. This position offers a competitive salary of £51,900–£56,000 plus a performance bonus, alongside exceptional benefits and career growth opportunities.