£39,300– £44,300 DOE
Hours: 37.5 per week, Mon-Fri 7am-3pm
Location: Melton Mowbray
Why Join Us?
At Melton, we’re at the forefront of innovation in high‑speed food processing, and we’re searching for a talented Reliability 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.
The Role
Drive a reduction in technical downtime impacting TRS through the successful implementation of site‑wide continuous improvement initiatives and targeted projects aimed at reducing asset criticality. The role will lead teams in the effective identification, planning and delivery of improvement activities to achieve sustainable, site‑wide performance enhancements.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver projects to reduce asset criticality and improve site‑wide reliability.
- Drive technical training, coaching and knowledge sharing across engineering teams and apprentices.
- Lead and support Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and fault‑finding activities to improve plant performance.
- Act as Electrical & Controls reliability ambassador, ensuring effective capital project handovers and compliance.
- Support planning, technical leadership and operational priorities across engineering teams as required.
- Ensure electrical compliance, manage contractor permits and maintain HV network in line with safety and service standards.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven electrical and control systems expertise within an FMCG environment.
- Competent in risk assessment, change control procedures and continuous improvement practices.
- Experienced in leading Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and fault‑finding investigations to resolve technical issues.
- Strong working knowledge of Rockwell Automation and Schneider Electric control systems and software.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, PI ProcessBook and SAP Planned Maintenance systems.
- Qualified to minimum GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths, with C&G 2382-18 (18th Edition); 2391 Inspection & Testing desirable.
Benefits
- Hot food restaurant on site
- Career growth opportunities with structured development & Mars University
- Private healthcare and equal parental leave
- Generous pension (up to 9% contribution)
- Life assurance (4x salary)
- EV salary sacrifice scheme
- Gym membership and wellbeing support
- Annual leave starting at 24 days, rising to 32 with service
- Free parking on site
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 and development from day one
- Join a company with an industry‑leading salary and benefits package
