Shift Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) in LE4 1BS

Energy Jobline CVL; Leicester; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A major multinational manufacturer in Leicester is seeking skilled electricians and mechanics to ensure smooth operation of manufacturing equipment. The role offers a competitive annual salary including bonuses and an attractive benefits package, including relocation assistance and extensive family leave. Ideal candidates will have strong electro-mechanical knowledge and relevant qualifications, and a commitment to safety and quality.

Benefits

Quarterly performance bonuses

Generous pension scheme

Paid family leave

Discounted gym membership

Online GP access

Electric car scheme

Day off on your birthday

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in an engineering role.
• Familiarity with technical standards and safety protocols.
• A sense of ownership for safety, quality, and performance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct maintenance activities to maximize efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement processes.
• Train the autonomous maintenance team.

Skills

Strong electro-mechanical knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Good communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Recognized electrical or mechanical qualification

Tools

CMMS

SCADA systems

Job description

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Overview

Join our team at PepsiCo Leicester! We’re looking for skilled electricians and mechanics who can keep our manufacturing equipment running smoothly. Your work will help ensure our production lines operate at their best every day, helping us produce one of the UK’s favourite snacks - Walkers crisps!

Working Hours

Continental shift pattern: 4 days on, 4 days off.

42 hours/week on average, including weekends, bank holidays, and night shifts.

12‑hour shifts: This will rotate between days (06:00‑18:00) or (07:00‑19:00) and nights (18:00‑6:00) or (19:00‑7:00).

Includes weekends, bank holidays, and night shifts.

Salary & Benefits

Annual salary: £55,945.21 (including shift premium).

Quarterly performance bonuses: £325 to £750.

Visa sponsorship (subject to criteria being met).

Relocation package (subject to criteria being met).

Generous pension scheme: We double your contribution! You put in 5%, we add 10%.

Extended fully paid family leave: 10 weeks of parental leave and 26 weeks of extended leave.

Provided PPE: Uniforms and safety shoes provided, cleaned, and maintained on-site.

Further benefits include:

• A 24‑hour online GP for you and your family.
• Free virtual physiotherapy.
• A discounted gym membership.
• Long service rewards.
• Critical illness cover.
• Electric car scheme.
• Staff shop with great discounts on PepsiCo products.
• Day off on your birthday.
• Option to buy/sell holiday leave.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance activities in your area of responsibility, maximizing wrench time while following safety protocols.
• Support continuous improvement using the PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) cycle.
• Provide feedback to planners and leadership to help optimize schedules, frequency, and parts planning.
• Conduct pre- and post-maintenance quality checks.
• Manage lubrication mapping and execution, and support the simplification and rationalisation of our lubricants.
• Train the autonomous maintenance team on equipment knowledge, basic Clean‑Inspect‑Lubricate routine and fault diagnostics.
• Lead the root cause analysis sessions and offer technical expertise.
• Promote and maintain strong 5S standards across the plant.

Qualifications

Required skills and experience:

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent engineering apprenticeship with hands‑on experience.
• Recognized electrical or mechanical academic qualification.
• Strong electro‑mechanical knowledge.
• Familiarity with CMMS and SCADA systems.
• Solid understanding of equipment and technical standards.
• A sense of ownership for safety, quality, and performance.
• Problem‑solving skills.
• Good communication.

Apply now – we’re waiting to hear from you!

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