Facilities Maintenance Technician

KP Snacks; Ashby-de-la-Zouch; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the snack industry is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician in Ashby-de-la-Zouch. The successful candidate will be tasked with electrical installations, general repairs, and ensuring the seamless operation of site services, all while promoting health and safety standards. Applicants with an electrical bias and relevant trade qualifications will find this role appealing.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Private Healthcare

KP Pension Plan with matching contributions up to 7%

Additional holiday after 5 years of service

Annual salary review

Holiday Buy scheme

Career Break

Cycle to Work

Company Sick Pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven Trade Background (Apprenticeship qualified preferred).
• Demonstrable experience as a qualified Electrical Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Completing statutory servicing & inspections.
• Electrical installations, repairs, and maintenance.
• General site maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Electrical skills

General repair and maintenance

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Apprenticeship qualification

BS7671 – 18th Edition

BS2391 – Inspection & Testing

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Posted:

22.06.2025

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06.08.2025

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Job Description:

Facilities Maintenance Technician (known internally as Site Services Technician)

Ashby de la Zouch (Home of Hula Hoops, Space Raiders, popchips and more)

Permanent Role

Company Overview

KP Snacks is part of the Intersnack Group, a market leader in savoury snacks across Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and beyond. The group employs over 14,000 people across 44 factories worldwide.

In the UK, KP Snacks employs approximately 2,300 colleagues across seven factory locations and Slough HQ. Our brands include Hula Hoops, McCoy’s, Pombear, KP Nuts, Butterkist, Tyrrells, and popchips.

Benefits include:

· Bonus scheme

· Private Healthcare (dependent on Grade)

· KP Pension Plan with matching contributions up to 7%

· Additional holiday after 5 years of service

· Annual salary review

· Holiday Buy scheme

· Career Break

· Cycle to Work

· Company Sick Pay

· Employee Assistance Programme

· Access to KP4ME platform

Role Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will join a structured engineering team and report to the Site Services Manager. The ideal candidate will have proven experience with an electrical bias and be skilled in general repair and maintenance tasks beyond specific trades.

Responsibilities include:

• Completing statutory servicing & inspections
• Electrical installations, repairs, and maintenance
• Building repairs including joinery and plumbing
• Daily checks and maintenance of boilers, CHP, effluent plant, air compressors
• General site maintenance and repairs
• Supporting engineering functions and manufacturing operations
• Sprinkler system checks
• Continuous improvement initiatives
• Supporting audits and safety compliance
• Maintaining site security systems and utilities

We promote a diverse, inclusive culture and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Please inform us of any accessibility needs or special requirements.

Application tips: Ensure your application demonstrates relevant skills with supporting evidence.

Minimum qualifications include:

• Proven Trade Background (Apprenticeship qualified preferred)
• BS7671 – 18th Edition
• BS2391 – Inspection & Testing
• Ability to follow instructions and perform mathematical calculations
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrable experience as a qualified Electrical Engineer