Jobs in Leeds, Kanada

Maintenance Fitter (Nights) – £37,500 + overtime

We’re recruiting a Maintenance Fitter to join the night shift at a busy waste management facility in Leeds. This is a permanent role, offering £18 per hour (£37,500 annually) with opportunities for overtime. Working hours are 18:00–06:00, across scheduled shifts (not continuous 12-hour patterns).

This role is ideal for someone with hands-on maintenance experience who takes pride in keeping essential machinery running safely and efficiently.

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on plant equipment including conveyors, shredders, and excavators
• Diagnose faults quickly and carry out effective repairs or part replacements
• Implement preventative maintenance routines to minimise downtime and extend equipment life
• Work to strict health & safety standards, ensuring compliance with site procedures and environmental requirements
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, and spare parts usage
• Support colleagues across the engineering and operations teams to resolve breakdowns and improve overall site performance
• Promote good housekeeping and a safe, tidy workshop environment

• Background in mechanical or plant maintenance, ideally in waste management, recycling, or heavy industry
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities
• Understanding of heavy plant equipment and associated systems
• A proactive, safety-conscious attitude and good communication skills
• Relevant mechanical/engineering qualifications are but not essential if you bring the right experience

• Permanent, secure role in a vital industry
• £18/hour with overtime available
• Consistent night shifts (18:00–06:00)
• Chance to work with varied machinery in a fast-paced environment
• Be part of a team helping to keep essential waste operations running smoothly

This role offers stability, overtime potential, and the opportunity to develop your skills while supporting a key service that keeps communities moving