Job Description
Senior Technical Operator (Electrical Bias)
Shift: Full-time, rotating shifts
Salary: £58,823 (inclusive of shift)
You must hold an NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering to be considered for this role.
Bring your technical skills and engineering expertise to a fast-paced manufacturing environment where precision, problem-solving, and proactive maintenance make all the difference. We’re looking for a skilled Senior Technical Operator who thrives on tackling complex issues, keeping production lines running smoothly, and supporting continuous improvement.
What you ll be doing:
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Carry out advanced preventative and breakdown maintenance to ensure machines meet targets for efficiency, yield, and product quality.
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Support new initiatives, programs, and production changeovers across bottling and packaging equipment (fillers, labellers, UV lamps, etc.).
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Deliver both planned and corrective asset care in line with the maintenance execution plan (MEP).
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Use the site s CMMS to record maintenance activities accurately and ensure asset performance data is kept up to date.
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Conduct QESH checks to maintain compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.
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Take part in shift handovers, safety briefings, and continuous improvement activities.
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Follow site safety procedures at all times, helping to maintain a zero-accident culture.
What you ll need:
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NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering and an HNC (Electrical).
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Time-served apprenticeship in electrical or mechanical engineering.
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Proven experience maintaining high-speed packaging or bottling line equipment.
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Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills on complex automated machinery.
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Familiarity with maintenance planning systems (CMMS) and asset care programs.
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Background in FMCG or other fast-paced manufacturing environments is advantageous.
