Maintenance Engineer (Electrically Biased) – No Weekends!
Location: Leeds (LS9)
Salary: £46,500 – £48,175
Shifts: 3‑Shift Rotation (Mon–Fri)
* 06:00–14:00
* 14:00–22:00
* 22:00–06:00
Holidays: 25 days + bank holidays
About the Role
We’re looking for an electrically biased, multi‑skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a fast‑paced, high‑volume manufacturing environment. You’ll be the go‑to technical expert on shift, supporting production, improving machinery performance, and keeping the site running smoothly.
If you enjoy fault‑finding, working with automated equipment, and being part of a strong engineering team, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that invests in its people and its technology.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Responding to breakdowns and providing reactive maintenance support.
* Carrying out PPM, scheduled maintenance, and improvement work.
* Fault‑finding across electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
* Working with PLCs to diagnose and repair issues (Siemens/Allen Bradley).
* Supporting continuous improvement projects to boost efficiency and reduce downtime.
* Installing, commissioning, and optimising production equipment.
* Ensuring all work meets safety, quality, and compliance standards.
* Collaborating closely with production teams to keep operations running smoothly.
What We’re Looking For
* NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (apprenticeship trained).
* Strong electrical bias with multi‑skilled capability.
* Experience in manufacturing, FMCG, or high‑volume production.
* Excellent fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills.
* PLC fault‑finding experience (programming a bonus).
* Knowledge of LEAN, 5S, TPM, or CI environments is desirable.
* Ability to work under pressure and think analytically.
* Strong communication skills and a proactive, can‑do attitude.
* Ability to read technical drawings.
* Full driving licence and own transport.
Why Apply?
* Competitive salary up to £48,175
* No weekend working
* 25 days holiday
* Modern, automated production environment
* Supportive engineering team
* Real opportunities to develop and grow your skills
* A role where your ideas and improvements genuinely matter
If you’re a skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for a role with variety, autonomy, and long‑term progression, we’d love to hear from you.
Please apply online if you would like to hear more