At a Glance
- Tasks: Solve mechanical issues and maintain advanced food processing equipment.
- Company: Join a leading innovator in high-speed food processing.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, welcome bonus, private healthcare, and gym membership.
- Other info: Career growth opportunities and world-class training from day one.
- Why this job: Make an impact with cutting-edge tech in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Engineering qualification and practical experience in FMCG.
The predicted salary is between 50900 - 56900 £ per year.
Location: Melton Mowbray
Salary: £50,900 – £56,900 (including shift allowance, DOE)
Welcome bonus: £2,500. Performance bonus and exceptional benefits.
Shift pattern: 12 Hrs – 7‑7, 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off.
Why Join Us? At Melton, we’re at the forefront of innovation in high‑speed food processing, searching for a talented Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join our team. This isn’t just another job – it’s an opportunity to make an impact, grow your expertise, and work with cutting‑edge technology in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
Cutting-Edge Tech
Work with advanced systems such as ABB/Kuka robotics, Allen Bradley PLCs, and predictive maintenance tools.
Supportive Culture
Be part of a team that values innovation, continuous improvement, and collaboration.
The Role
Drive a reduction in repair times through effective problem solving and strong technical skills. Provide technical facilitation, training, and leadership to deliver solutions that reduce downtime, waste, quality issues, and safety risks.
What’s in it for you?
- Welcome bonus paid in your first week’s salary.
- 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 salary sacrifice scheme.
- Gym membership & wellbeing support.
- Annual leave starting at 24 days, rising to 32 with service.
- Free parking on site.
What We’re Looking For
- Qualified to a minimum of Higher National Certificate or Higher National Diploma in a relevant engineering discipline, supported by practical experience.
- Proven technical expertise within a fast‑moving consumer goods (FMCG) environment.
- Strong problem‑solving capability, with experience in root‑cause analysis of technical issues.
- Proficient in key systems and tools, including Microsoft Excel, PI Process Book, and SAP Planned Maintenance.
- Competent in risk assessment and change control processes, ensuring compliance and safe working practices.
- Experienced in leading root‑cause analysis and fault‑finding investigations to drive sustainable improvements.
Key Responsibilities
- Fault find and problem solve on a broad range of equipment in a variety of situations.
- Effective delivery of maintenance activities to ensure smooth transition between maintenance and production availability of equipment.
- Take part in risk assessments and formulation of method statements to assist in safe undertaking of any activity.
- Identify parts for the purchase of goods and services where these are necessary to conclude work.
- Fix breakdowns in a timely manner during their shift timeframe.
- Level one problem solving including component failure analysis.
- Detailed entry into Atlas of all breakdowns / known jobs.
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.
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer employer: Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates
At Mars in Melton Mowbray, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive culture and prioritises employee growth. As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you'll not only work with cutting-edge technology but also enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including a welcome bonus, private healthcare, and generous annual leave, all within a dynamic and innovative environment that encourages collaboration and continuous improvement.
Contact Details:
Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates Recruitment Team
