Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Mars; Melton Mowbray; On-site; GBP 50,900 - 56,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Equal parental leave

Generous pension

Life assurance

Gym membership

Annual leave starting at 24 days

Job summary

Mars in Melton Mowbray is seeking a talented Mechanical Maintenance Engineer. This role involves driving innovations in maintenance to ensure equipment availability while working with cutting-edge technology.

The ideal candidate will have a Higher National Certificate or Diploma in engineering, extensive FMCG experience, and strong problem-solving capabilities. The position includes a salary range of £50,900 to £56,900 and various perks like private healthcare and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include Higher National Certificate or HND in engineering.
• Experience in FMCG and strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to conduct root-cause analysis and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Fault find and solve problems on various equipment.
• Deliver maintenance activities to ensure equipment availability.
• Participate in risk assessments and create method statements.

Skills

Problem-solving capability

Proven technical expertise in FMCG

Experience in root-cause analysis

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Competent in risk assessment

Education

Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Engineering

Tools

SAP Planned Maintenance

PI Process Book

Job description

Why Join Us

At Melton we’re at the forefront of innovation in high‑speed food processing and are searching for a talented Mechanical Maintenance Engineer 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.

Location & Compensation

Location: Melton Mowbray
Salary: £50,900 – £56,900 (including shift allowances, DOE)
Welcome bonus: £2,500 (paid in first week’s salary)
Shift pattern: 12‑hour – 7:00 – 7:00 (2 days, 2 nights, 4 off)

The Role

Drive a reduction in repair times through effective problem solving and strong technical skills. Provide technical facilitation, training and leadership to deliver solutions that reduce downtime, waste, quality issues and safety risks.

What’s in it for you

• Hot food restaurant on site
• Career growth opportunities with structured development & Mars University
• Private healthcare + equal parental leave
• 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

• Qualified to a minimum of Higher National Certificate or Higher National Diploma in a relevant engineering discipline, supported by practical experience
• Proven technical expertise within a fast‑moving consumer goods (FMCG) environment
• Strong problem‑solving capability, with experience in root‑cause analysis of technical issues
• Proficient in key systems and tools, including Microsoft Excel, PI Process Book and SAP Planned Maintenance
• Competent in risk assessment and change control processes, ensuring compliance and safe working practices
• Experienced in leading root‑cause analysis and fault‑finding investigations to drive sustainable improvements

Key Responsibilities

• Fault find and problem solve on a broad range of equipment in a variety of situations
• Effectively deliver maintenance activities to ensure smooth transition between maintenance and production availability of equipment
• Take part in risk assessments and formulation of method statements to assist in safe undertaking of any activity
• Identify parts for the purchasing of goods and services where necessary to conclude work
• Fix breakdowns in a timely manner during the shift timeframe
• Level one problem solving, including component failure analysis
• Maintain detailed entry into Atlas of all breakdowns and known jobs

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