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.