Maintenance Electrician – Manufacturing
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
Salary: Up to £51,500 plus overtime
Shifts: 3 x 12-hour shifts per week (days & nights) + 1 x 12-hour Sunday shift (1 in 4 rotation)
Join a fast-paced, high-speed manufacturing environment where your electrical expertise keeps production moving.
We’re looking for a skilled Maintenance Electrician to support plant reliability, carry out planned and reactive maintenance, and ensure the safe operation of a range of automated production machinery.
The Role:
* Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance across motors, drives, PLCs, pumps, pneumatic tools, and production machinery
* Diagnose and repair breakdowns quickly and effectively to minimise downtime
* Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) to high standards
* Read and interpret electrical schematics, diagrams, and technical manuals
* Liaise with operators, engineers, and external contractors to resolve issues
* Maintain accurate records and ensure clear shift handovers
* Promote and uphold health & safety standards across all work areas
About You:
* Recognised electrical qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, BTEC HNC)
* Experience working in a fast-moving manufacturing environment
* Confident fault-finding on PLCs and electrical systems
* Able to interpret wiring diagrams and technical documentation
* Reliable, proactive, and safety-conscious with strong communication skills
* Team-oriented and flexible with both day and night shifts
(Experience with Heidelberg or Manroland printing presses, or Bobst cut & crease / folder gluer equipment, would be an advantage but not essential.)
What’s on Offer:
* Salary up to £51,500 (inclusive of shift allowance)
* 3 x 12-hour shifts per week + 1 in 4 Sundays
* Contributory pension scheme
* Life assurance
* 24 days holiday
* Supportive, team-based environment with ongoing training and development
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today and join a forward-thinking manufacturer that values integrity, teamwork and continuous improvement