Location: THG Labs, Commerce park, Cornbrash, Frome BA11 2FN
Shift Pattern: Rotating shifts – 6am - 2:15pm / 2pm - 10:15pm, 8.15 hour a day, 41.25 hours per week
About THG Labs
THG acquired Acheson & Acheson in 2018 to bring full service, product development & manufacturing in-house to supply innovative branded and THG Beauty Brand products to the industry. In 2022 Acheson & Acheson became THG Labs. Capabilities include:
- In-house market knowledge & trends
- End-to-end service from idea generation through to manufacturing and launch
- Technical, commercial and production expertise
- Outstanding customer service
About the Role
We're looking for a proactive and versatile Maintenance Engineer with strong electrical expertise and sound mechanical understanding to join our fast-paced engineering team. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing a wide range of production and site equipment to ensure maximum operational efficiency and minimal downtime.
As a Multi-Skilled Engineer you will:
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems, including conveyors, motors, control panels, and automated machinery.
- Diagnose electrical faults and perform repairs in accordance with safety standards and manufacturer guidelines.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to engineering projects aimed at increasing equipment reliability and performance.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records using the company's CMMS system.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant Health & Safety, environmental, and quality standards.
- Provide technical support and collaborate closely with production and operations teams.
What skills and experience do I need for this role?
- Time-served apprenticeship or relevant engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3 / ONC / HNC) in Electrical or Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineering.
- Proven experience in a similar maintenance engineering role within a manufacturing, FMCG, or industrial environment.
- Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills, with a solid understanding of PLCs, sensors, drives, and control systems.
- Basic mechanical skills (e.g., bearings, pneumatics, hydraulics).
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
- Excellent problem-solving ability and attention to detail.
- Flexible, team-oriented, and capable of working independently under pressure.
Desirable:
- 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations.
- Experience with automated systems, robotics, or packaging machinery.
- Knowledge of lean maintenance or continuous improvement practices (TPM, Kaizen, 5S).
What's in it for me?
Career Development
- Access bespoke development programmes that have been designed and developed by our in-house L&D team.
- Continued development through our upskilling programme that is delivered in partnership with an industry-leading training provider.
Enhanced Leave
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Don't want to work on your birthday? We don't either! Enjoy your day off on us!
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, depending on length of service.
- Up to 10 days compassionate leave.
- Buy back up to 3 days each year.
- Unlock 2 days volunteer leave after 12-months.
Wellbeing Support
- Access face-to-face and virtual appointments with our in-house GP (Manchester Head Office).
- Access our 247 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which is provided by Bupa.
- Access to our on-site physio (Manchester Head Office).
Other Perks
- Save up to 12% on the cost of personal tech through our salary sacrifice scheme.
- Up to 50% staff discount on THG brands.
- Know someone who would be perfect for THG? Refer them and get up to £1000 when they pass their probation.
- Anniversary gifts when you hit 5 and 10 years of service.