Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Aqumen Business Solutions Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading plastic manufacturing company in Leeds is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer. You will be responsible for maintaining and improving electrical systems in a fast-paced production environment. Candidates should possess the 17th or 18th Edition Electrical Wiring Regulations qualification and have proven experience in electrical maintenance, with excellent fault-finding skills. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000 and a balanced shift pattern of 4 on / 4 off for optimal work-life harmony.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical maintenance within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work a 4 on / 4 off shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance on electrical equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults across a wide range of equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to improve plant performance.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Fault-finding skills

PLC experience

Attention to detail

Education

17th or 18th Edition Electrical Wiring Regulations qualification

Tools

Control panels

Motors

Drives

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
Salary: Up to £50,000 per year
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off (Days & Nights)
Sector: Plastic Manufacturing

About Us

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading plastic manufacturing company based in Leeds, committed to delivering high-quality products and innovative solutions. As part of their continued growth and commitment to excellence, they are looking for a skilled Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join our dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer to make a significant impact in a fast‑paced, production environment.

Role Overview

As an Electrical Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving electrical systems and machinery across our production facility. You will play a key role in ensuring that the plant runs efficiently and safely, with minimal downtime. This is a hands‑on position, ideal for engineers with a strong understanding of industrial electrical systems and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on electrical equipment, machinery, and systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults across a wide range of equipment, including PLCs, motors, drives, and control panels.
• Collaborate with other engineering teams to improve plant performance and reliability.
• Assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment and systems.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the optimization of machinery and processes.

Requirements

• Essential: 17th or 18th Edition Electrical Wiring Regulations qualification.
• Proven experience in electrical maintenance, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Strong fault‑finding and diagnostic skills.
• Experience with PLCs, drives, motors, control systems, and other electrical components.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work a 4 on / 4 off shift pattern (days and nights).
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high standards of safety and quality.

Desirable

• Experience in the plastic manufacturing industry (not essential but beneficial).
• Knowledge of other maintenance disciplines (mechanical, pneumatics, hydraulics).
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume production environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of up to £50,000 per year.
• 4 on / 4 off shift pattern with rotating days and nights for an excellent work‑life balance.
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities to progress within a growing company.

If you are a qualified Electrical Maintenance Engineer looking to take your career to the next level, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join a company that values innovation, safety, and continuous improvement.