Multiskilled Electrical Engineering Technician

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

Job summary

A leading pet care company in the United Kingdom is seeking an Electrical Engineer to maintain and optimize production equipment. Ideal candidates will have a background in electrical engineering with strong problem-solving skills and experience in fault diagnosis. This role offers a competitive salary of £50,400 to £56,700, including a welcome bonus and exceptional benefits like private healthcare and career growth opportunities. Join a dynamic team committed to sustainability and development.

Benefits

Welcome bonus

Private healthcare

Onsite gym

Career growth opportunities

Generous pension

Qualifications

• A strong foundation in engineering through a recognized apprenticeship.
• Proven knowledge of 415v distribution and motor control.
• Experience with pneumatics and hydraulics is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform fault diagnosis on production machinery.
• Plan maintenance activities for equipment availability.
• Provide technical expertise to assist in equipment issues.

Skills

Electrical engineering skills

Collaborative problem-solving

Fault diagnosis

Working knowledge of H&S regulations

Education

HNC level in electrical engineering discipline

Recognized apprenticeship

Tools

PLC software

SAP

Microsoft packages

Job description

Join our dynamic Mars Petcare factory team, where you'll play a vital role in maintaining and optimizing specialized production equipment with a strong electrical bias. This position is ideal for individuals with electrical engineering skills and a passion for continuous improvement and collaborative problem-solving.

£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.

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 recognized apprenticeship.
• HNC level in an electrical engineering discipline and a sound mechanical aptitude.
• Proven working knowledge of 415v 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.