HGV Technician

Mars; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food processing company in the United Kingdom seeks an Electrical & Controls Technician to maintain and improve automated systems. This position involves troubleshooting, applying engineering principles to enhance efficiency, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should have practical electrical engineering skills, ideally with an HNC/HND or equivalent, and a strong aptitude for problem-solving. The role offers a competitive salary of £51,900-£56,000 with additional benefits including private healthcare and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Generous pension (up to 9% contribution)

Life assurance (4× salary)

Gym membership & wellbeing support

Career growth opportunities

Annual leave starting at 24 days, rising to 32 with service

Free parking on site

Qualifications

• Practical electrical engineering skills gained through HNC/HND and BS7671, or comparable hands-on experience.
• Understanding of precision instrumentation and experience with similar technical equipment.
• Experience in troubleshooting and maintaining automated or electromechanical machinery.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and modify automated and electromechanical equipment.
• Apply engineering principles to enhance efficiency and reliability.
• Develop and communicate maintenance metrics to improve system reliability.

Skills

Practical electrical engineering skills

Understanding of precision instrumentation

Strong problem-solving abilities

Ability to adapt to electrical power supplies

Experience with automated machinery

Education

HNC/HND or equivalent

Job description

At Melton, we are at the forefront of innovation in high‑speed food processing and are searching for an Electrical & Controls 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.

Shift Pattern

12‑hour shifts: 7:00 am–7:00 pm for 2 days, 7:00 pm–7:00 am for 2 nights, then 4 days off (repeat).

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, test, and modify automated and electromechanical equipment, applying transferable skills from related technical roles.
• Apply engineering principles – drawing on both mechanical and electrical knowledge – to resolve production issues and enhance efficiency and reliability.
• Develop, track, and communicate maintenance metrics to identify, reduce, and eliminate recurring equipment issues, contributing to improved system reliability.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (such as Lean Manufacturing or Kaizen).
• Conduct Root Cause Failure Analysis on major breakdowns and recurring problems.
• Systematically repair, adjust, and maintain processing, filling, conveying, and packaging machinery using established maintenance reliability practices.
• Participate in continuous improvement teams, work on new project activities and continuous training.

What We Offer

Competitive salary £51,900‑£56,000 (including shift allowances, DOE) + performance bonus & exceptional benefits.

Benefits

• Hot food restaurant on site
• Career growth opportunities with structured development & Mars University
• Private healthcare
• Generous pension (up to 9% contribution)
• Life assurance (4× 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

• Practical electrical engineering skills gained through HNC/HND (NVQ Level 4 apprenticeship or equivalent) and BS7671, or comparable hands‑on experience in a technical field.
• Understanding of precision instrumentation‑including repair and calibration‑or experience with similar technical equipment.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities, curiosity, and a drive to improve processes and efficiency.
• Ability to adapt to various electrical power supplies and control systems, with a willingness to learn new technologies and approaches to equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Experience in troubleshooting and maintaining automated or electromechanical machinery, or a background in related fields.

Application Process

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience. We look forward to hearing from you.