Shift Engineer

Manpower UK Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Leeds is seeking a Shift Engineer to join their advanced manufacturing team. This position offers a competitive salary between £50k-£53k plus overtime potential reaching £70k. The role involves fault-finding and maintenance on complex electrical and automation systems, ensuring operational reliability. Candidates should have relevant electrical qualifications and experience in fast-paced manufacturing environments. Enjoy a great work-life balance with a 12-hour shift rota and comprehensive benefits including training and development opportunities.

Benefits

24 days holiday

Matched pension contributions up to 6%

Life assurance

Flexible benefits

On-site canteen and staff shop

Qualifications

• Electrical qualifications at NVQ Level 3 or above are required.
• Experience in FMCG, food, or regulated manufacturing environments is necessary.
• Candidates must have strong electrical fault-finding skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond rapidly to breakdowns across automated production and packaging lines.
• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance using CMMS systems.
• Diagnose and repair faults on motors, drives, PLCs, and control panels.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding and diagnostic experience

Reactive maintenance

Structured problem-solving

Teamwork skills

Education

Electrical qualifications (NVQ Level 3 or above, ONC / HNC preferred)

Tools

CMMS systems (SAP PM or similar)

Job description

Shift Engineer - Leeds

50,000-£53,000 + OT (earning potential £60k-£70k+)

Permanent | 12-hour rota : 2 days / 2 nights / 4 off

Day shift : 06 : 00-18 : 00 | Night shift : 18 : 00-06 : 00

We are seeking Shift Engineers to join a high-performing engineering team at one of the UK's most advanced 24 / 7 manufacturing sites in Leeds. This is a fast-paced role for engineers who enjoy fault-finding, reactive maintenance, and working on complex electrical and automation systems.

What You'll Do

• Respond rapidly to breakdowns across automated production and packaging lines
• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance using CMMS systems (SAP PM or similar)
• Diagnose and repair faults on motors, drives, PLCs, and control panels
• Support improvement projects and drive operational reliability
• Collaborate with operations, quality, and engineering teams
• Maintain strict health, safety, and quality standards

Who We're Looking For

• Electrical qualifications (NVQ Level 3 or above, ONC / HNC preferred)
• Electrical fault-finding and diagnostic experience in FMCG, food, or regulated manufacturing environments
• Skilled in reactive maintenance and structured problem-solving
• Familiarity with CMMS systems (SAP PM or similar)
• A proactive, safety-first mindset and great teamwork skills

What's in it for you

• Base salary £50k-£53k plus paid overtime (£60k-£70k)
• 12-hour rota : 2 days / 2 nights / 4 off - excellent work-life balance on shift
• Exposure to complex automated systems, PLCs, motors, drives, and conveyors
• Structured internal training and development, with clear progression opportunities
• 24 days holiday + Matched pension contributions up to 6%
• Life assurance, flexible benefits, on-site canteen and staff shop
• Internal and external training, with specialist development programs

Why Apply?

This is a rare opportunity to work on technically advanced equipment in a high-volume, continuous operation. The role offers exposure to cutting-edge systems, a fast-paced engineering environment, and clear progression into senior or specialist positions.

Apply today to join this high-profile engineering team and take the next step in your career