Electrical & Controls Technician — High‑Speed Manufacturing

Mars; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global pet food company is seeking an Electrical & Controls Technician to ensure the efficient operation of complex food processing equipment. The successful candidate will be responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and enhancing automated systems. Ideal applicants will have practical electrical engineering skills, experience in similar roles, and the ability to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. The role offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, including private healthcare and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private healthcare

Career growth opportunities

Gym membership & wellbeing support

Generous pension scheme

Free parking on site

Annual leave starting at 24 days

Qualifications

• Practical electrical engineering skills through HNC/HND or equivalent experience.
• Understanding of precision instrumentation for repair and calibration.
• Experience in troubleshooting and maintaining automated machinery.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, test, and modify automated and electromechanical equipment.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct Root Cause Failure Analysis on major breakdowns.

Skills

Practical electrical engineering skills

Problem-solving abilities

Understanding of precision instrumentation

Experience troubleshooting automated machinery

Adaptability to electrical power supplies

Education

HNC/HND (NVQ Level 4) or equivalent

Job description

A leading global pet food company is seeking an Electrical & Controls Technician to ensure the efficient operation of complex food processing equipment. The successful candidate will be responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and enhancing automated systems. Ideal applicants will have practical electrical engineering skills, experience in similar roles, and the ability to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. The role offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, including private healthcare and career development opportunities.