Multiskilled Engineering Technician

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

Job summary

A leading pet care company in the United Kingdom is looking for a skilled engineer to focus on machine maintenance at their factory in Lofthouse. The ideal candidate should have strong technical skills, a foundation in engineering, and expertise in troubleshooting machinery. This role offers a competitive salary of £50,400-£56,700 along with various benefits including a welcome bonus, private healthcare, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Welcome bonus

On-site gym

Private healthcare

Generous pension

Annual leave starting at 24 days

Qualifications

• Solid foundation in engineering developed through an apprenticeship.
• Experience with 415v distribution and motor control.
• Computer literate and able to navigate relevant software.

Responsibilities

• Perform fault diagnosis and resolve failures on production machinery.
• Plan maintenance activities for smooth operations.
• Ensure completion of planned preventative maintenance.

Skills

Fault diagnosis

Technical expertise

Electrical engineering knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Knowledge of H&S regulations

Education

HNC in electrical engineering

Recognized apprenticeship

Tools

SAP

Microsoft packages

Atlas PM

Job description

Overview

Our Mars Petcare factory have an opportunity to join our dynamic team. Focusing on machine maintenance for specialized equipment, including flow wrapping, pick and place robotics, and secondary and tertiary packaging machinery. Collaborate as part of a four-person team under the guidance of the Engineering Team Leader to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency on our production lines, and take ownership of designated areas, driving continuous improvement (CI) through digitalised analysis at your fingertips.

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.

Qualifications

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.

Why Join Us?

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.

Location & Salary

Batley, Kirklees - West Yorkshire. £50,400- £56,700 (including shift allowance, DOE) + £2,500 Welcome Bonus, Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits.

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.

Benefits

• 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