Maintenance Fitter

Camira Fabrics Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

23+ days holiday (with option to buy)

Job summary

Camira Fabrics Ltd in Leeds is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to ensure reliable operation and maintenance of production machinery across the textile manufacturing process.

You will perform planned and reactive maintenance, diagnose faults, support upgrades, and maintain safety and compliance while liaising with production teams.

Qualifications

• Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering qualification (City & Guilds or equivalent).
• 17th Edition Wiring Regulations and PAT Testing (desirable).
• Experience with industrial machinery (textile machinery highly desirable).
• Strong fault-finding skills across mechanical and electrical systems.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing and utilities (advantageous).
• Awareness of Health & Safety regulations.
• Ability to work at heights and in industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance on textile machinery.
• Perform reactive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults.
• Maintain machinery within specifications and performance standards.
• Assist with installation, testing and commissioning of new equipment.
• Liaise with production teams to support smooth operations.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Fault finding

Maintenance planning

Health & safety awareness

Education

Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering qualification (City & Guilds or equivalent)

Job description

About our company

Camira are a multi-award-winning textile manufacturer with two centuries of heritage and a forward-thinking approach to innovation and sustainability, Camira designs and manufactures environmental fabrics for the commercial, public transport and residential sectors.

Purpose of the role

Ensure the reliable operation and maintenance of production machinery by delivering timely engineering support, minimising downtime, and contributing to efficient and safe manufacturing processes.

The day to day

• To adhere to the Camira Code of Conduct and comply with all relevant quality, environmental, health & safety, data protection, and corporate legislative requirements
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on textile machinery, including: Tenters, Jet dyeing machines, Wool milling and dyeing machines.
• Textile finishing and preparation equipment
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults to minimise downtime.
• Ensure all machinery operates in line with manufacturing specifications and performance standards.
• Maintain ancillary infrastructure and facilities such as steam, water, effluent, services and power.
• Assist with installation, testing, and commissioning new equipment and upgrades.
• Support improvements to machinery efficiency, reliability, and energy performance.
• Conduct routine inspections and ensure equipment is safe and compliant.
• Work in line with health and safety regulations across all departments.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Liaise with production teams and other departments to support smooth operations.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives (e.g. Lean / efficiency projects).
• Support contractors and external engineers when required. Responsibilities and duties should be kept concise.

Other Considerations

• Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering qualification (City & Guilds or equivalent)
• 17th Edition Wiring Regulations and PAT Testing (desirable)
• Experience with industrial machinery (textile machinery highly desirable)
• Strong fault-finding skills across mechanical and electrical systems
• Basic knowledge of plumbing and utilities (advantageous)
• Awareness of Health & Safety regulations
• Ability to work at heights and in industrial environments
• Competitive Salary
• 23 + Days Holiday with option to buy

Camira Values

Our success lies in our customers success. We focus on building long lasting relationships and delivering a brilliant customer experience to a global market; using digital technologies, providing high-quality products, support and services that add value, inspire, and exceed expectations.

Our commitment to quality, health & safety, and environmental standards ensures we consistently deliver products and services that meet both customer and regulatory requirements. We do the right thing, no matter how hard. We uphold integrity, honesty, and transparency with our customers, our people, and the planet. We respect our resources and commit to making pioneering fabrics and delivering value added services that contribute positively to a more sustainable future.