Engineering Technician

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Date: 16 Feb 2026

Location: Leeds, GB, LS13 4HT

Company: Britvic

Job Title: Engineering Technician

Location: Leeds

Job Length: Permanent

Working Hours: 40, Monday to Thursday or Tuesday to Friday

Salary & Benefits: Competitive Salary With Extensive Benefits

• Monthly product allowance – alcoholic & non-alcoholic options available
• Private Medical options
• Life Assurance
• Company bonus scheme
• Access to 24/7 GP services
• Enhanced pension contribution
• Generous holiday (incl bank holidays)
• Access to a range of high street discounts

Carlsberg Britvic is the largest multi-beverage supplier in the UK and is home to some of the most iconic and popular beers & soft drinks, including Carlsberg Danish Pilsner, 1664, Poretti and Brooklyn to ale favourites such as Hobgoblin and Wainwright. For soft drinks, Carlsberg Britvic’s brands include J2O, Robinsons, Tango and London Essence along with the licence rights to the Pepsi portfolio in the UK including Pepsi MAX, 7UP, Lipton Iced Tea and Rockstar Energy.

With a strong national footprint, the Carlsberg Britvic business includes 5 production facilities and 16 logistics depots servicing customers across the UK. As these two historical businesses have come together, the one common goal remains: ensuring our people succeed.

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our team s role is crucial in ensuring maximum equipment availability and reliability through effective maintenance practices. Working on an annualized shift pattern, you will be responsible for maintaining production equipment, site utilities, and services while driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills with an electrical bias and a commitment to safety and quality standards.

• Respond to machine breakdowns promptly and implement effective repairs to minimize downtime while ensuring all work complies with engineering and safety legislation
• Execute planned preventative maintenance activities according to the site maintenance plan, working collaboratively with the engineering planner to optimize maintenance programs
• Lead zero loss teams to reduce utilities usage and drive improvements to equipment reliability through root cause analysis and problem-solving activities
• Manage contractors and issue permits in accordance with site procedures, including reviewing risk assessments and method statements
• Maintain and optimize site utilities and services to ensure legal compliance, maximum uptime, and environmental performance
• Support operations teams by identifying changeover improvements and providing technical support for Autonomous Maintenance activities
• Champion and implement 5S improvement plans for the engineering department while maintaining high quality, safety, health, and environmental standards

• Strong multi-skilled background with an electrical bias, capable of understanding root causes of machine breakdowns and developing effective solutions
• Experience working within continuous improvement programs and facilitating problem-solving activities with both technical and non-technical personnel
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage with others and gain their support
• Understanding of site utilities and services with a commitment to reducing consumption and improving environmental performance
• Demonstrated ability to develop principles of operation and train operators on equipment procedures
• Proactive approach to challenges with a clear focus on improving ways of working and contributing positively to the larger Britvic team

• Minimum BTEC/NVQ Level 3 qualification in a relevant Engineering discipline
• City & Guilds or ONC in an engineering discipline required
• Relevant certifications in maintenance engineering or related fields

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences - including those of different races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, ages, abilities, religions, and socioeconomic statuses. We actively seek to create a safe and inclusive environment for all of our colleagues, where diverse perspectives are welcomed, and inclusive practices are embedded in everything we do.

We are happy to support accessibility needs, to ensure a fair and equitable experience for all candidates, so please do let us know if you require any adjustments during the recruitment process.

We read applications continuously, and vacancies may be filled anytime, so please apply as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application.

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