Maintenance Electrician in LS11, Belle Isle, City and Borough of Leeds

Energy Jobline CVL; Leeds; On-site; GBP 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Leeds is seeking a skilled Maintenance Electrician. The role offers a salary up to £51,500 plus overtime, with 3 shifts per week. The ideal candidate will have an electrical qualification and experience in a manufacturing environment, focusing on machinery reliability and safety. This position is within a dynamic team committed to continuous improvement.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance

24 days holiday

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Recognised electrical qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, BTEC HNC).
• Experience in fast-moving manufacturing environment.
• Confident fault-finding on PLCs and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance across motors, drives, PLCs, pumps.
• Diagnose and repair breakdowns quickly.
• Carry out planned preventive maintenance to high standards.

Skills

Electrical qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, BTEC HNC)

Experience in fast-moving manufacturing

Fault-finding on PLCs

Interpretation of wiring diagrams

Strong communication skills

Job description

Overview

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Role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

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