Lead Shift Engineer

Lead Shift Engineer

Yolk Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a global leader, renowned for its commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainability. Based in Merthyr Tydfil, this company is a key supplier of high-performance products used in critical infrastructure projects across the UK and beyond. With a strong focus on investing in the latest technology and the continuous development of its people, this is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business at the forefront of its industry.

This is what you'll be doing

In the role of Lead Shift Engineer , you will be working a 4on 4off shift Pattern with allocated 12 day break every 7 rotations.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the shift covering both proactive and reactive maintenance routines on both facilities and production equipment, ensuring the team are adhering to all Health and safety requirements.

As the Lead Shift Engineer this is what you'll be doing

• Managing the shift and overseeing both proactive and reactive maintenance routines on facility and production equipment, with a particular focus on automation and control systems
• Acting as the primary technical escalation point for automation, controls and advanced systems issues
• Leading and motivating a team of engineers and technicians to achieve operational and technical targets
• Supporting and actively participating in system upgrades, modifications and improvement projects, ensuring automation and control updates are effectively implemented
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives aimed at equipment reliability, process optimisation and enhanced automation performance
• Ensuring full compliance with all health and safety and quality standards
• Collaborating closely with production, engineering and management teams to resolve technical challenges, especially those involving control systems integration or fault-finding
• Maintaining accurate records and providing detailed shift reports to senior management

Experience & Skills You'll Bring

• Significant experience in Automation and Controls (including PLC/SCADA systems, industrial networks and instrumentation)
• Proven track record in troubleshooting and escalating complex automation faults
• Experience leading teams within manufacturing or highly automated environments
• Involvement in production system upgrades or automation projects
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations relevant to automated manufacturing
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills across technical and non-technical teams

And this is what you'll get in return

A salary circa £60,000 inclusive of shift allowance and an excellent benefits package.

Are you up to the challenge?

Are you what we're looking for?

Please get in touch today with engineering specialist recruiter, Andy Jones.

Please apply with a CV and feel free to include a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role. We also have a referral scheme so if you know of someone who would be great for the role please get in touch.
*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.