Engineering Technician

Mars; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global food manufacturer is seeking a Multiskilled Engineering Technician in Batley, West Yorkshire. The role involves machine maintenance and collaboration within a dynamic team. Ideal candidates should have a strong engineering foundation, relevant qualifications, and proven technical knowledge. This position offers a competitive salary of £50,400-£56,700, alongside various perks and a significant welcome bonus.

Benefits

Welcome Bonus of £2,500

Private healthcare

Onsite gym

Generous pension scheme

Life assurance (4x salary)

Qualifications

• Solid foundation in engineering through recognized apprenticeship.
• Proven knowledge of 415v distribution and motor control.
• Understanding of H&S regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform fault diagnosis on production machinery.
• Plan maintenance activities for smooth transition.
• Provide technical expertise to resolve equipment issues.

Skills

Engineering foundation

HNC in electrical engineering

Knowledge of Electromechanical devices

PLC software

Pneumatics and hydraulics

Education

Recognised apprenticeship

HNC level in electrical engineering

Tools

SAP

Atlas PM

Microsoft software

Job description

Job Description :

Multiskilled Engineering Technician

📍 Batley, Kirkless -West Yorkshire

💷 £50,400- £56,700 (including shift allowance, DOE)

🎁 + £2,500 Welcome Bonus, Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits

🌟 Why Join Us?

We care about the world and your future. Mars offers competitive compensation and benefits along with some great perks, like fun freebies and best‑in‑class development. As a Mars Associate, you have our ongoing commitment to your growth and development as you work across our world‑famous brands. The world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and we’re here to support you every step of the way.

💼 The Role

Our Mars Petcare factory have an opportunity to join our dynamic team. Focusing on machine maintenance for specialized equipment, including flow wrapping, pick and place robotics, and secondary and tertiary packaging machinery.

Collaborate as part of a four‑person team under the guidance of the Engineering Team Leader to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency on our production lines, and take ownership of designated areas, driving continuous improvement (CI) through digitalised analysis at your fingertips.

Shift Pattern (12-hour rotation, 7-7) :

• Week 1 : 2 days, 2 nights, 5 off
• Week 2 : 2 days, 3 nights, 4 off
• Week 3 : 3 days, 2 nights, 5 off
• ...and then repeat.

⭐ What’s in it for you?

Competitive salary £50,400-£56,700 (DOE + shift allowance)

Welcome bonus paid in your first week

Hot food restaurant on site

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

Solid foundation in engineering, built through a recognised apprenticeship.

HNC level in an electrical engineering discipline and a sound mechanical aptitude.

Proven working knowledge of 415 v distribution, Motor control, PLC software, Process control philosophies, level 2 systems & networks. Experience of pneumatics & hydraulics would be an advantage.

Understanding and knowledge of a broad range of Electromechanical devices.

Reasonable working knowledge of H&S regulations.

Computer literate and comfortable navigating internal software packages such as Atlas PM, SAP and Microsoft packages

🔧 Key Responsibilities

Perform fault diagnosis leading to resolution of random failures on production machinery, identifying the root cause in the repair process.

Determine when and which technical issues are escalated to the days support organisation.

Provide technical experience / expertise / information to assist others in resolution of equipment issues.

Responsible for the safe and required delivery of all services into and out of the factory during shift (including steam, air, water, gas and electricity).

Undertake planning of maintenance activities, for both self and others, to achieve smooth transition between maintenance and production availability of equipment.

In conjunction with the area engineer, ensures that the right planned preventative maintenance is completed.

🌍 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.