Job Description

Were excited to be recruiting a skilled Mechanical / Electrical Maintenance Engineer (MIG or TIG Welding) to join a well-established manufacturing business in Leeds!

This is a predominantly mechanical role with welding at its core, supported by basic electrical fault-finding and maintenance.

As part of the engineering team, youll play a key role in maintaining plant performance and ensuring the reliability and efficiency of a busy production facility. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, your focus will be on delivering effective planned preventative maintenance and providing swift responses to breakdowns.

This is a Full-Time, Permanent role with long-term security, ongoing training, and genuine progression opportunities.

What youll be doing

• Carry out routine maintenance on various machinery and plant equipment including mixers, conveyors, casting machines, saws, motors, bearings and other production machinery
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults across various systems
• Support site improvements and maximise operational reliability
• Work on hydraulic, pneumatic, and heavy industrial systems
• Carry out basic electrical fault finding and repairs (motors, sensors, wiring, etc.)
• Maintain high standards of health & safety in all tasks
• Assist with machinery installations and ongoing projects
• Perform planned and reactive maintenance
• Carry out MIG/TIG welding and basic fabrication work

Hours

Monday to Thursday: 7am 4pm

Friday: 6:30am - 3pm

Pay

£40,000 per annum

Overtime available & paid at enhanced rates

Attendance bonuses (up to £1000)

Skills/Experience Required

Essential

• MIG or TIG welding experience
• Minimum 12 months mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial environment
• Basic electrical fault-finding ability (motors, sensors, or control systems)
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills

Desirable

• Mechanical engineering qualifications
• Electrical qualifications or time-served experience

Benefits

• £40,000 salary
• Overtime paid at time and a quarter
• Attendance bonus up to £1,000
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Free on-site parking
• Ongoing training and development
• Stable, long-term engineering role within a growing company
• Day shifts with an early Friday finish

Essential

All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK (sponsorship not provided).

Must be commutable to Leeds.

What to do next

If youre interested in this role, please apply and we will be in touch!

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