Lead Technician

Lead Maintenance Technician
3 Shift Pattern
8 Hour Shifts
Basic Salary c £46,000 + Shift Supplements

We're looking for an experienced and hands-on Lead Engineering Technician to join our clients team at their fast-paced distribution centre in West Yorkshire.
 
This is a key role within the Engineering Team and you will be the first line of technical leadership on the floor, keeping the facility running safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime.
 
You'll work across a wide range of mechanical, electrical, and automated systems, leading a small team of technicians and support techs while carrying out planned and reactive maintenance.
 
If you thrive under pressure, take pride in your work, and know your way around a busy warehouse environment, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities for a Lead Technician  
 
Leading and supporting a team of Technicians across shift patterns, providing day-to-day technical guidance and mentorship
Carrying out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and conveyor systems
Diagnosing and resolving breakdowns quickly to minimise disruption to operations
Overseeing compliance with health and safety regulations, permit-to-work systems, and site procedures
Coordinating with operations management to schedule maintenance activities around production demands
Maintaining accurate maintenance records using the CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management System)
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and contributing to projects to increase equipment reliability and efficiency
Escalating complex issues to the Engineering Manager and assisting with contractor management when required  Experience and Qualifications required for a Lead Technician
 
NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds (or equivalent) in Electrical, Mechanical, or Electro-mechanical Engineering
Significant experience in a maintenance engineering role within a distribution, logistics, or manufacturing environment
Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills

Experience with conveyor systems, MHE (Materials Handling Equipment), or automated warehouse systems
Proven ability to lead or supervise a team, even informally
18th Edition wiring regulations (or willingness to work towards)
Good working knowledge of health and safety legislation and safe systems of work  

Salary and Benefits of a Lead Technician
 
Salary c £46,000 + Shift allowance and overtime opportunities
3 Shift Pattern
Mornings, Afternoons, Nights  
8 HOUR SHIFTS
Company pension scheme with employer contributions
Ongoing training and development
Opportunities for progression within a growing operation
On-site parking and staff facilities  For more information about this Lead Technician role please call Sam on (phone number removed)