Shift Engineer

  • Reference icon Reference Number: 430507
  • PublishDate iconPublished Date: 03/03/2026
  • JobType iconJob Type: Permanent
  • salaryRate iconSalary: £50000 - £53000 Per annum
  • domain iconIndustry: Manufacturing
  • type iconHours: Full Time

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.