Software Project Technician

Mars; Newark and Sherwood; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pet care company in Melton Mowbray is seeking an Electrical & Controls Technician. This role offers a salary between £51,900 and £56,000, inclusive of shift allowances, and involves troubleshooting and preventive maintenance in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should possess HNC/HND qualifications and robust electrical engineering skills. The company offers generous benefits, including private healthcare, career growth, and a commitment to innovation in food processing technology.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hot food restaurant on site

Private healthcare

Generous pension

Gym membership

Annual leave starting at 24 days

Qualifications

• Practical electrical engineering skills gained through HNC/HND and comparable hands-on experience.
• Understanding of precision instrumentation including repair and calibration.
• Experience in troubleshooting automated or electromechanical machinery.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot automated and electromechanical equipment.
• Apply engineering principles to resolve production issues.
• Conduct root-cause failure analysis on major breakdowns.

Skills

Electrical engineering skills

Problem-solving abilities

Adaptation to various electrical systems

Education

HNC/HND (NVQ Level 4 or equivalent)

Job description

Job Title: Electrical & Controls Technician – Mars Petcare, Melton Mowbray
Salary: £51,900–£56,000 (including shift allowances, DOE)

Overview

At Melton, we are at the forefront of innovation in high‑speed food processing. We are searching for a talented Electrical & Controls Technician to join our team. This isn’t just another job – it’s your chance to make an impact, grow your expertise, and work with cutting‑edge technology in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

Shift Pattern

• 12‑hour shift: 2 days 7:00 am–7:00 pm and 2 nights 7:00 pm–7:00 am – 4 days off.

Role and Responsibilities

The role will mainly focus on providing equipment troubleshooting and breakdown maintenance. As troubleshooting requirements are addressed, the technician will shift focus toward preventive maintenance activities.

Systematically repair, adjust, and maintain processing, filling, conveying, and packaging machinery using established maintenance reliability practices, consistent observation, repair, and follow‑up of operational effectiveness.

Other duties include participating in continuous improvement teams, working on new project activities, and continuous training.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary £51,900–£56,000 (including shift allowances, DOE)
• Hot food restaurant on site
• Career growth opportunities with structured development & Mars University
• Private healthcare & equal parental leave
• Generous pension (up to 9% contribution)
• Life assurance (4× salary)
• EV and life‑insurance options
• Salary sacrifice scheme
• Gym membership & wellbeing support
• Annual leave starting at 24 days, rising to 32 with service
• Free parking on site

Qualifications & Experience

• Practical electrical engineering skills gained through HNC/HND (NVQ Level 4 apprenticeship or equivalent) and BS 7671, or comparable hands‑on experience in a technical field.
• Understanding of precision instrumentation – including repair and calibration – or experience with similar technical equipment.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities, curiosity, and a drive to improve processes and efficiency.
• Ability to adapt to various electrical power supplies and control systems, with a willingness to learn new technologies and approaches to equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Experience in troubleshooting and maintaining automated or electromechanical machinery, or a background in related fields such as industrial maintenance, robotics, or process engineering, with exposure to automation concepts.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, test, and modify automated and electromechanical equipment, applying transferable skills from related technical roles.
• Apply engineering principles – drawing on both mechanical and electrical knowledge – to resolve production issues and enhance efficiency and reliability.
• Develop, track, and communicate maintenance metrics to identify, reduce, and eliminate recurring equipment issues, contributing to improved system reliability.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (such as Lean Manufacturing or Kaizen), bringing fresh perspectives from previous roles or industries.
• Conduct root‑cause failure analysis on major breakdowns and recurring problems, using analytical skills and experience from any technical problem‑solving environment.

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.