Maintenance Technician
- Posted 13 March 2025
- LocationKilkenny
- Job type Permanent
- Discipline Engineering, Manufacturing
- Reference11447
Job description
What you need to know
Our client based in Kilkenny, an iconic Irish AGRI business, are seeking a Light Engineer / Maintenance Technician to join their team.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in maintaining and repairing production equipment, ensuring smooth operations and adherence to safety and hygiene standards.
This is a Full Time Permanent Position with a competitive salary package, training and development opportunities and supportive working environment.
Your new job
Key duties and responsibilities:
What are we looking for?
Qualifications
Apply for this job now by emailing your WORD formatted CV to jonathan@matrixrecruitment.ie OR get in touch with Jonathan on 087 3912673.
By applying, you are giving consent for Matrix Recruitment to contact you about this job. We collect your data for recruitment purposes only and will retain it for the duration required as outlined in our privacy policy. All CVs are kept confidential and will not be submitted to any clients without your knowledge and permission. Please note that due to the expected high volume of applications we can only reply to applicants suitable for the position.
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Our client based in Kilkenny, an iconic Irish AGRI business, are seeking a Light Engineer / Maintenance Technician to join their team.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in maintaining and repairing production equipment, ensuring smooth operations and adherence to safety and hygiene standards.
This is a Full Time Permanent Position with a competitive salary package, training and development opportunities and supportive working environment.
Your new job
Key duties and responsibilities:
- Perform routine maintenance and inspections of production equipment to
- Conduct repairs on mechanical,instrumentation, and pneumatic systems as needed.
- Support installation and commissioning of new machinery.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during production processes.
- Ensure all maintenance work complies with safety and hygiene regulations.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and report any recurring issues.
- Assist with light engineering tasks, including fabrications, adjustments, and modifications to equipment.
- Monitor spare parts inventory and report low stock levels.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and equipment reliability including operator instruction and training.
What are we looking for?
- Previous experience in a maintenance or light engineering role, preferably within the food industry or similar.
- Knowledge of packaging equipment would be a plus.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
- Ability to read technical drawings and schematics.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Good communication and teamwork skills
Qualifications
- Certification or diploma in engineering, maintenance, or a related field.
- A qualification such as MAMF qualified mechanical fitter would be beneficial.
- Experience in welding, fabrication, or light engineering.
- Understanding of PLCs and automation systems is an advantage.
Apply for this job now by emailing your WORD formatted CV to jonathan@matrixrecruitment.ie OR get in touch with Jonathan on 087 3912673.
By applying, you are giving consent for Matrix Recruitment to contact you about this job. We collect your data for recruitment purposes only and will retain it for the duration required as outlined in our privacy policy. All CVs are kept confidential and will not be submitted to any clients without your knowledge and permission. Please note that due to the expected high volume of applications we can only reply to applicants suitable for the position.
We Value Your Trust.
INDC
