Multi Skilled Technician-Electrical bias-Mars Wrigley

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

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome Bonus

Private Healthcare

Equal Parental Leave

Onsite Gym

Mars University

Life Assurance 4x salary

Annual Leave 24–32 days

Free Parking

Job summary

Mars Wrigley Plymouth is hiring a Multi-Skilled Technician to support plant equipment and resolve electrical and mechanical issues across the site. A strong electrical bias with control/automation skills is essential, along with intermediate mechanical expertise.

This on-site role offers a generous salary (£50,400–£56,700 with shift allowance), a welcome bonus, private healthcare, and extensive benefits including pension, on-site facilities, and development opportunities through Mars University.

Qualifications

• HNC or equivalent in electrical, automation or multi-skilled engineering.
• Proven ability to diagnose electrical and automation issues in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with preventative and reactive maintenance in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Maintain plant equipment and resolve mechanical and electrical issues across the site.
• Provide on-shift support including overtime cover to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate records and detailed reports of maintenance work and system performance.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Control automation

Mechanical knowledge

Education

Higher National Certificate in Electrical/Automation or Multi-Skilled Engineering

Job description

Plant-Wide Technical Support: Provide on-shift support, including overtime cover, to troubleshoot and resolve PLC, servo, HMI, and related control system issues.

Preventative & Reactive Maintenance: Carry out planned preventative maintenance, equipment inspections, repairs, and breakdown response activities to maximize operational performance.

Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to maintenance processes, reliability, and fault resolution activities.

Maintenance Documentation: Maintain accurate records and detailed reports of maintenance work, repairs, and system performance.

Training & Knowledge Sharing: Coach and support operators, technicians, and apprentices to develop technical capability and promote best practices.

What We're Looking For Engineering Foundation: Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Electrical, Automation, or Multi-Skilled Engineering, or equivalent qualification with relevant practical experience.

Automation & Electrical Problem-Solving: Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex electrical and automation issues in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Maintenance & Reliability Expertise: Experience in preventative and reactive maintenance activities, focusing on maximizing equipment performance and minimizing downtime.

Collaborative & Results-Driven: Strong problem-solving, communication, and prioritization skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams.

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.

Wrigley is proudly part of Mars, Incorporated, the company behind some of the world's best-loved brands. In 2016, Mars combined its Chocolate and Wrigley businesses to create Mars Wrigley. Our confectionery portfolio includes beloved brands like SNICKERS®, M&M'S®, GALAXY®, MALTESERS, and TWIX®, as well as gum and mints like DOUBLEMINT®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5 , and fruity confections like SKITTLES® and STARBURST®. Mars Wrigley is just one of Mars' diverse global businesses, which also includes Petcare, Food, Drinks, and Symbioscience.

Salary: £50,400-£56,700 (including shift allowance)

Welcome Bonus: £5,000 + Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits

Working Hours: 40 hours a week - Nights (Mon-Fri, 10pm - 6am)

Why Join Us?At Mars Wrigley Plymouth, we're on a mission to build a better world, one delicious bite at a time. Join our diverse community where long-term careers are valued, and enjoy competitive rewards, fantastic perks (including tasty freebies!), and top-notch development opportunities. Your future matters, and we're here to support you every step of the way!

The RoleWe're excited to welcome a Multi Skilled Technician to our factory team! With a vibrant community of 22 nationalities and over 32% of our team having been with us for more than 5 years, you'll be part of something special. If you have a background in electrical engineering and are ready to tackle new challenges, keep reading!

Your primary responsibility will be to maintain plant equipment and resolve mechanical/electrical issues across the site. A strong electrical bias with control/automation skills is essential, along with intermediate mechanical expertise.

What's in it for You? Welcome Bonus: Paid in your first week's salary

On-Site Hot Food Restaurant

Career Growth: Opportunities with structured development & Mars University

Private Healthcare + Equal Parental Leave

Onsite Gym and access to a nurse, osteopath, and podiatrist

Generous Pension: Up to 9% contribution

Life Assurance: 4x salary

Gym Membership & Wellbeing Support

Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, rising to 32 with service

Free Parking: On site