Electrical Engineer | Shift Based Howdens is recruiting an Electrical Engineer to join our team based at our manufacturing site in Howden, East Yorkshire. This role will support proactive/preventative maintenance of our manufacturing equipment, services, utilities, and improvement projects and provide support to reactive breakdown maintenance as required. The ideal candidate could have either completed an engineering apprenticeship or have relevant engineering qualifications with proven manufacturing or industrial experience. Additionally, a good understanding of manufacturing processes within an FMCG environment. Pay rate: £53,827.28 per annum (Inclusive of Basic rate, shift & disturbance allowance) Shift pattern: Week 1 - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday - 6am-6pm Week 2 - Monday, Tuesday - 6am-6pm, Wednesday, Thursday - 6pm-6am Week 3 - Sunday, Monday, Tuesday - 6pm-6am 7 days off Why join Howdens as an Electrical Engineer: Play a key role in an exciting period of growth for the company as we work towards achieving our 5-year growth target. Major investment in manufacturing capabilities across the Howdens manufacturing sites. Join an impressive team of around 100 engineers of various disciplines. Opportunity to progress and develop across the business. We offer the opportunity to upskill with internal and external training offered Benefits of working for Howdens as an Electrical Engineer: Competitive salary and shift allowances Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%) 25 days holiday bank holidays with the option to buy additional days Free onsite parking and canteen Share save scheme Exceptional reward and recognition What would you be doing as an Electrical Engineer: Proactive and preventative maintenance Reactive breakdown maintenance Continual improvement projects Ownership and development of specific production line maintenance Supporting and engaging with lean manufacturing Key skills and experience required for the Electrical Engineer: Experienced in maintaining multi-axis (CNC) manufacturing machinery Extraction plants Experience in wood working manufacturing plant – desirable PUWER experience would be desirable Knowledge and experience of Siemens s7 PLC, PLC, Pilz Safety PLC, and PLC would be desirable Fault finding, root-cause analysis and corrective actions Experience of computerised maintenance management systems NVQ Level 3 essential About Us Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 800 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. With an ambitious and credible growth plan, we continue to build on our £2.3 billion sales made last year. There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named as one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For. How to apply: We are building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as an Electrical Engineer, then we are keen to hear from you. You will need to activate your account when you apply for this role. Please check your email carefully to ensure that you have completed this step. We are unable to view your application if you have not activated your account. Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email recruitmentteam@howdens.com with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you. LI-LH1