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Diageo Electrical Maintenance Lead in Leven, United Kingdom
Job Description :
Electrical Maintenance Lead
Location: Leven
Full-time, Permanent Position
38 Hours Onsite (Mon-Fri)
End date to Apply: 10th March
Are you an engineer committed to high standards who adds value within a well-structured team environment?
Purpose of the Role :
We are looking for an expert Electrical Maintenance Lead to join our Engineering team at Leven. This hands-on role is key to ensuring our equipment runs safely, reliably, and efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Reporting to the Site Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality planned preventative maintenance and supporting operational performance.
Additionally, you will manage the safe execution of projects and improvements through adherence to Safe Systems of Work (SSOW), Permit to Work (PTW) processes, and the coordination of external contractors when required.
Top Accountabilities:
At all times adhere to Diageo health and safety, environmental and food safety standards, and work to all applicable legislative procedures. Responsible for Safe Systems of work.
Supports delivery ofElectricalPlanned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) to agreed schedules and standards.Coacheswider team to drive continuous improvement in electrical maintenance planning and execution.
Working collaboratively withcraft andoperators to support autonomous maintenance and improve equipment performance.
Support capital work, including installation, commissioning and testing within area asrequired. Responsible for feeding into equipment design assessment processes, and early equipment management.
Uses data toidentifypoor performing assets and review Reliability Centred Maintenance (RCM) activity to preserve good operation of our plant,machinesand processes.
You’ll be successful in this role if you:
Have completed a recognised apprenticeship and/or hold an HNC (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering
Have experience working as a maintenance engineer in FMCG, manufacturing, or a similar fast-paced environment
Have strong electrical fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Understand preventative maintenance and the importance of asset care
Are comfortable usingcomputerisedmaintenance management systems (CMMS)
Work well both independently and as part of a team
Take safety seriously.Have knowledgeabout risk standards (Quality, Health & Safety, and Environment), as well as safety and hygiene compliance procedures
Are reliable, organised, and able to respond positively to operational demands
Have a good understanding of process and packaging automationwithin a manufacturing environment, including functional safety systems
Rewards & Benefits Statement
We recognise and value performance, offering our people a highly competitive Rewards and Benefits package including an annual bonus, product allowance, and the invaluable benefit of 6 months of paid family leave.
Prioritise your well-being with private medical insurance and share options, securing your financial future. Immerse yourself in our unique location, infused with heritage and iconic brands. Bid farewell to parking hassles with complimentary on-site parking and relish our well-maintained facilities.
Diversity Statement
Our purpose is to celebrate life, every day, everywhere. And creating an inclusive culture, where everyone feels valued and that they can belong, is a crucial part of this.
We embrace diversity in the broadest possible sense. This means that you’ll be welcomed and celebrated for who you are just by being you. You’ll be part of and help build and champion an inclusive culture that celebrates people of different gender, ethnicity, ability, age, sexual orientation, social class, educational backgrounds, experiences, mindsets, and more.
Our ambition is to create the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer products companies in the world. Join us and help transform our business as we take our brands to the next level and build new ones as part of shaping the next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world.
Feel encouraged? Then this may be the opportunity for you.
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Worker Type :
Regular
Primary Location:
Leven Processing
Additional Locations :
Job Posting Start Date :
2026-02-04
With over 200 brands sold in more than 180 countries, we’re the world’s leading premium drinks company. Every day, over 29,000 talented people come together at Diageo to create the magic behind our much-loved brands. From iconic names to innovative newcomers – the brands we’re building are rooted in culture and local communities. Our ambition is to be one of the best performing, most trusted and most respected consumer products companies in the world.
Our founders, such as Arthur Guinness, John Walker, and Charles Tanqueray, were visionary entrepreneurs whose brilliant minds helped shape the alcohol industry. And through our people, their legacy lives on. Join us, and you’ll collaborate with talented people from all corners of the world. Together, you’ll innovate and push boundaries, shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future that we can all be proud of.
With diversity at our core, we celebrate our people's unique passions, commitments and specialist skills. Because when varied voices, mindsets, and personalities come together, great ideas are born. In our supportive culture, your voice will be heard and you’ll be empowered to be you. Just bring your ambition, curiosity and ideas, and we’ll celebrate your work and help you reach your fullest potential.
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