Lead Engineering Technician

Consortium Professional Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international manufacturer is looking for a skilled Lead Engineering Technician in Hull. This role involves providing expert support across mechanical and electrical systems, guiding junior engineers, and ensuring high operational standards. Candidates should have strong PLC fault finding skills and ideally an NVQ Level 3 in engineering. The position offers a salary of £57,000, opportunities for overtime, and benefits including a company pension and life assurance. This is an excellent opportunity for those seeking to make an impact in a dynamic engineering environment.

Benefits

£57,000 per annum

Regular opportunities for overtime

Company pension

Life assurance

Culture that promotes inclusion and development

Qualifications

• Strong background in mechanical and electrical engineering.
• Experience in a fast-paced production environment.
• Genuine interest in guiding other engineers.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert-level support across mechanical and electrical systems.
• Act as a senior presence on shift, guiding less experienced engineers.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Mechanical and electrical engineering expertise

Strong PLC fault finding skills

Hands-on, solutions-focused approach

Ability to guide and develop others

Education

NVQ Level 3 in engineering (or equivalent)

Job description

Lead Engineering Technician

Location: Hull

Salary: £57,000 plus overtime, pension, life assurance

Consortium Professional Recruitment are delighted to be working with a leading international manufacturer, supporting their continued growth through the appointment of a highly skilled Lead Engineering Technician.

This is a key position within a well-equipped, forward-thinking engineering team. It's ideal for a multi-skilled specialist who thrives on solving technical challenges, enjoys guiding others, and wants to make a lasting impact across the site.

The Opportunity

• Providing expert-level support across both mechanical and electrical systems – diagnosing issues, making critical repairs, and keeping production running smoothly.
• Acting as a senior presence on shift – guiding less experienced engineers and offering practical support where needed.
• Championing continuous improvement, from asset care routines to equipment optimisation.
• Playing a vital part in ensuring compliance with safety, operational and quality standards.
• Maximising the use of the CMMS platform to manage and report on planned and reactive maintenance activity.
• You’ll be central to ensuring equipment reliability and operational performance across a busy, high-spec manufacturing site.

About You

• A strong background in both mechanical and electrical engineering – ideally qualified to NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) as a minimum.
• Experience in a fast-paced production environment, with a sound understanding of modern maintenance practices.
• A hands‑on, solutions-focused approach and the confidence to take ownership of technical issues whether it be Mechanical or Electrical problems.
• Strong PLC fault finding skills.
• A genuine interest in developing others and contributing to a high-performing team.

Benefits

• £57,000 per annum
• Regular opportunities for overtime
• Company pension
• Life assurance
• A culture that promotes inclusion, recognition, training and development and long‑term growth. A business that is investing in both their site and their people.

How to Apply

This exciting Lead Engineering Technician opportunity is being managed by Consortium Professional Recruitment. Please apply with your CV attached.