Electrical Reliability Technician

Mars

Melton Mowbray

On-site

GBP 39,300 - 44,300

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Hot food restaurant on site

Career growth opportunities

Private healthcare

Generous pension (up to 9% contribution)

Life assurance (4x salary)

EV salary sacrifice scheme

Gym membership and wellbeing support

Annual leave starting at 24 days

Job summary

Mars is seeking a Reliability Technician in Melton Mowbray. This role involves minimizing technical downtime through continuous improvement initiatives and leading projects to enhance plant reliability.

The ideal candidate will possess strong electrical and control systems expertise, along with experience in RCA and fault finding within an FMCG environment. A variety of benefits including career growth opportunities and private healthcare are offered.

Qualifications

Proven electrical and control systems expertise within an FMCG environment.
Competent in risk assessment and continuous improvement practices.
Experienced in leading RCA and fault-finding investigations.

Responsibilities

Lead projects to reduce asset criticality and improve reliability.
Drive technical training and knowledge sharing across teams.
Support planning and operational priorities across engineering teams.

Skills

Electrical and control systems expertise

Risk assessment and change control procedures

Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

Microsoft Excel

Rockwell Automation software

Schneider Electric control systems

Education

GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths

C&G 2382-18 (18th Edition)

2391 Inspection & Testing (desirable)

Tools

Microsoft Project

PI ProcessBook

SAP Planned Maintenance systems

Job description

£39,300– £44,300 DOE

Hours: 37.5 per week, Mon-Fri 7am-3pm

Location: Melton Mowbray

Why Join Us?

At Melton, we’re at the forefront of innovation in high‑speed food processing, and we’re searching for a talented Reliability 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.

The Role

Drive a reduction in technical downtime impacting TRS through the successful implementation of site‑wide continuous improvement initiatives and targeted projects aimed at reducing asset criticality. The role will lead teams in the effective identification, planning and delivery of improvement activities to achieve sustainable, site‑wide performance enhancements.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and deliver projects to reduce asset criticality and improve site‑wide reliability.
Drive technical training, coaching and knowledge sharing across engineering teams and apprentices.
Lead and support Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and fault‑finding activities to improve plant performance.
Act as Electrical & Controls reliability ambassador, ensuring effective capital project handovers and compliance.
Support planning, technical leadership and operational priorities across engineering teams as required.
Ensure electrical compliance, manage contractor permits and maintain HV network in line with safety and service standards.

What We’re Looking For

Proven electrical and control systems expertise within an FMCG environment.
Competent in risk assessment, change control procedures and continuous improvement practices.
Experienced in leading Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and fault‑finding investigations to resolve technical issues.
Strong working knowledge of Rockwell Automation and Schneider Electric control systems and software.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, PI ProcessBook and SAP Planned Maintenance systems.
Qualified to minimum GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths, with C&G 2382-18 (18th Edition); 2391 Inspection & Testing desirable.

Benefits