Electrical Maintenance Technician (Days) - Mars Wrigley - £2500 Welcome Bonus

Mars, Incorporated; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A global confectionery company in Plymouth is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician to ensure optimal performance of plant equipment. This role requires problem-solving skills to diagnose electrical issues and optimize production. The ideal candidate will have an HNC in an engineering discipline and hands-on PLC experience. Competitive salary of £44,900–£50,600, along with attractive benefits including private healthcare and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Onsite gym

Career growth opportunities

Welcome bonus

Life assurance

Generous pension plan

Free parking

Qualifications

• At least an HNC in an electrical, automation or multi-skilled engineering discipline.
• Proven experience diagnosing complex electrical issues in a fast-paced environment.
• Hands-on experience with PLCs for troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve complex automation and electrical issues.
• Optimize production systems using PLCs.
• Collaborate effectively and prioritize workloads.

Skills

Electrical Problem-Solving

PLC Proficiency

Automation Skills

Collaboration

Education

Higher National Certificate (HNC) in electrical or automation engineering

Job description

Overview

Electrical Maintenance Technician (Days) - Mars Wrigley
Plymouth (PL6 Estover)
Salary: £44,900–£50,600 (including shift allowance)
Welcome bonus: £2,500 + Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits

Why Join Us

Join Mars Wrigley Plymouth and help us build a better world, one delicious bite at a time. We’re a diverse community that values long-term careers, offering competitive rewards, fantastic perks (including freebies), and best-in-class development to fuel your growth across our world-famous brands. Your future matters, and we’re committed to supporting you every step of the way.

The Role

We’re looking for an Electrical Maintenance Engineer with a strong electrical bias to join our vital factory team. If you’re a hands-on professional who thrives on complex automation and electrical challenges in a high-speed production environment, this is your chance to make a significant impact.

In this crucial role, you’ll be our go-to expert for maintaining plant equipment and swiftly resolving electrical and mechanical issues sitewide. Your strong electrical and automation skills, combined with solid mechanical expertise, will ensure our production lines run flawlessly.

Shift Pattern – Monday – Friday

• Week 1: 6am-2pm
• Week 2: 2pm-10pm
• …and then repeat.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary £44,900–£50,600 (including shift allowance)
• Hot food restaurant on site
• Welcome bonus paid in your first week salary
• Career growth opportunities with structured development & Mars University
• Private healthcare + equal parental leave
• Onsite gym and nurse/osteopath/podiatrist
• 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

• Engineering Foundation: A higher national certificate (HNC) in an electrical, automation, or multi-skilled engineering discipline, supported by relevant practical experience.
• Automation & Electrical Problem-Solver: Proven experience diagnosing and resolving complex automation and electrical issues within a fast-paced environment.
• PLC Proficiency: Hands-on experience working with PLCs to troubleshoot and optimize production systems.
• Action-Oriented & Collaborative: A results-driven individual who excels at problem-solving, collaborates effectively with others, and can easily prioritize diverse workloads.

Key Responsibilities

• Automation & Electrical Problem-Solver: Diagnosing and resolving complex automation and electrical issues within a fast-paced environment.
• PLC Proficiency: Troubleshooting and optimizing production systems using PLCs.
• Action-Oriented & Collaborative: Problem-solving, collaboration, and prioritizing diverse workloads.
• Engineering Foundation: An HNC in electrical, automation, or multi-skilled engineering with relevant practical experience.

What You Can Expect from Mars

• Work alongside 130,000+ 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