Overview
Electrical Controls Engineer – Leicester
Electrical Controls Engineer – Continental Shifts
Location: Leicester OR Coventry
Salary: £54,848.25 + Quarterly Bonus
Shift Pattern: 4 on, 4 off (12-hour days and nights, incl. weekends/bank holidays)
Are you an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer or Controls Engineer looking to work in a dynamic, high-performance manufacturing environment?
We have great career opportunities for Electrical Engineers with controls experience. Maybe you’re currently in an Electrical Maintenance role but not fully using your controls skills—or perhaps you’re ready for a fresh challenge in a highly automated, fast-paced environment.
This famous food manufacturer has permanent job opportunities in Leicester and Coventry, recruiting Electrical Controls Engineers to join a business that truly values technical excellence and career development.
Why You’ll Want This Role:
- Top-Tier Training: Advance your controls knowledge with real hands-on experience in PLCs (Allen Bradley/Siemens), SCADA, and CMMS—no prior experience needed, full training provided.
- Clear Career Path: With a strong track record of internal promotion, you’ll be supported to grow, lead, and push your potential.
- Excellent Package: $54,000 Leicester) £54,848.25 (Coventry) inclusive of shift allowance, plus quarterly bonus, competitive pension, 23 days holiday + birthday off, and more.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Troubleshooting and maintaining electrical and control systems across a busy FMCG site
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and working closely with production teams
- Providing technical mentoring to junior technicians and ensuring maintenance standards are met
- Engaging in projects and change initiatives, using diagnostics and data to drive root cause resolution
What You’ll Bring:
- NVQ Level 3 or time-served apprenticeship in Engineering
- Solid electrical and mechanical maintenance experience (ideally in manufacturing)
- City & Guilds 2391 qualification
- Passion for controls, automation, and problem-solving
Experience in FMCG, PLCs, and team leadership a plus—but not essential.
Join a workplace where people are valued, performance is celebrated, and learning never stops.
Benefits:
- Salary: £54,848.25 per annum (inclusive of shift allowance) – a competitive package for a skilled shift-based engineering role.
- Bonus Scheme: Quarterly Bonus Incentive based on team and site performance.
- Pension: Competitive Pension Scheme helping you invest in your future.
- Holidays: 23 days annual leave with the flexibility to buy or sell additional days, plus an extra day off on your birthday.
- Protective Equipment: Full PPE provided by the business to support safety and compliance.
- Staff Discount Shop: Access to an on-site discount shop for employees.
- Cycle to Work Scheme: Save on bikes and accessories while promoting a healthy commute.
- Subsidised Canteen: Enjoy hot and cold meals at reduced prices during your shifts.
- Long Service Rewards: Recognition and rewards for your loyalty and commitment over time.
Why You’ll Want to Stay:
The people in this business genuinely care about doing a great job! They have a common goal – to continuously improve both their business performance and personal development. With the majority of the executive team having been promoted organically, they are committed to helping every employee push themselves further and supporting them with continual learning.
Career progression is incredibly important to them, and they offer meaningful opportunities to grow a long-term career.
They are an equal opportunity employer and comply with the Equality Act 2010. They value diversity—it’s a vital part of their success. They do not discriminate on the basis of age, pregnancy or maternity, marital/civil partnerships, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, disability, or race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin.
Ready to Apply?
To learn more or apply, contact Stuart Cooper at Wagstaff Recruitment & Careers Coaching.
Opportunities are available at both Leicester and Coventry sites.
