Multiskilled Engineering Technician - Mars Petcare

Mars; Sherborne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global pet care company in Sherborne is looking for a Multiskilled Engineering Technician to perform hands-on maintenance and problem-solving on specialized pet food processing equipment. The role offers a salary range of £40,000-£46,000 and exceptional benefits, including a welcome bonus and career growth opportunities. Ideal candidates will have strong electrical and mechanical engineering skills and a solid foundation built through an apprenticeship.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Gym membership

Generous pension

Free onsite coffee and snacks

Qualifications

• Solid foundation in Engineering & Technical skills, built through a recognised apprenticeship.
• Demonstrable experience working in a maintenance or reliability department.
• Systematic root cause analysis of technical issues.

Responsibilities

• Perform fault diagnosis & repairs on production machinery.
• Ensure technical safety and food safety standards.
• Provide technical support to the Shift Operations Team.

Skills

Problem-solving ability

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Education

National Standard level 4 or relevant level 3

HNC / HND level in Electrical & Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About the role

This is a great opportunity to join the dynamic Engineering Team at our Mars Petcare factory. Your role will focus on hands‑on maintenance for specialised pet food processing & packaging equipment, including both mechanical and electrical challenges. The aim of this shift‑based role is to problem solve and repair technical faults on the factory equipment. These faults cause lost efficiency and factory downtime, making the Multiskilled Engineering Technician a critical & highly responsible role for our site to achieve production targets in a safe and food safe manner.

Compensation & Benefits

£40,000‑£46,000 (32 Hrs prorated and including shift allowance, DOE) + £2,500 Welcome Bonus, Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits.

32 Hours per week (with the choice of additional hours). 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

• Weekend – 2x shifts: Saturday & Sunday alternating weekly between (nights) 10pm‑10am & (days) 10am‑10pm
• Weekday – 1x shift: Mon‑Fri 8am‑4pm/6am‑2pm

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary £40,000‑£46,000 (32 Hrs prorated and including shift allowance, DOE)
• Welcome bonus paid in your first week
• 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 perks on site: Parking, Lavazza coffee, tea, fruit twice a week, and access to our employee shop

What We’re Looking For

• Solid foundation in Engineering & Technical skills, built through a recognised apprenticeship.
• National Standard level 4 (or relevant level 3) or HNC / HND level in a combined Electrical & Mechanical Engineering discipline. Or Electrical or Mechanical Engineering qualification but with other qualifications / proven experience in the other discipline.
• Self‑sufficient, hands‑on, and strong problem‑solving ability.
• Systematic root cause analysis of technical issues.
• Demonstratable experience working in a maintenance or reliability department.
• Industry Health & Safety knowledge (e.g. LOTO, Risk Assessments & Safe Work Permits)

Key Responsibilities

• Perform fault diagnosis & repairs on random failures on production machinery, identifying the root cause in the repair process.
• Responsibility for technical safety and food safety standards on your shift, supporting the Shift Operations Manager.
• Provide technical experience and support to the Shift Operations Team.
• Responsible for overseeing all factory services on shift (including steam, electricity, air, water, and gas).
• Determine when and which technical issues are escalated to the days team.
• Complete planned maintenance activities & improvements with smooth transitions from maintenance back to production.

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.