Maintenance Engineer

Recruitment Partnership Ireland; Dungannon; On-site; GBP 19,975 - 22,730; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above statutory holiday entitlement

Continuous training provided

Free on-site parking

Discounted employee shop

Life cover

Job summary

A leading poultry producer in Northern Ireland is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join their team. This role involves supporting the hatchery by providing effective maintenance solutions. Candidates should have a Level 3 qualification in their discipline and a keen interest in farming and animal welfare. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have a Level 3 qualification in main discipline for single skilled.
• Must be literate and numerate.
• Must have a positive attitude towards work and others.

Responsibilities

• Support Hatchery and maintenance team.
• Deliver effective and timely maintenance solutions.
• Join on-call rotation with management and maintenance team.

Skills

Interest in farming

Reliability

Flexibility

Passion for learning

Good manual dexterity

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management

Education

Level 3 qualification in main discipline

Level 2 qualification in second discipline (multi-skilled)

Tools

Welding

Electrical

Plumbing

Job description

Overview

Dungannon, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

£14.50 - 16.50 (British Pound Sterling)

We are delighted to be recruiting for an outstanding employer based in Northern Ireland. Our client is one of the UKs top food companies and one of Europes leading poultry producers. This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking and exciting business organisation.

Job details

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer

Work Location: Northern Ireland

Schedule: Permanent Full-Time, 6 week rotational shift pattern across 7 days per week on the below shifts:

• 04:30am to 12:30pm
• 08:00am to 16:00pm
• 15:30pm to 23:30pm

Salary & Benefits: On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes:

• Above statutory holiday entitlement
• Continuous training provided
• Free on-site parking
• Discounted employee shop
• Life cover

General overview

The Maintenance Engineer will support the overall Hatchery and maintenance team on site to deliver effective and timely maintenance solutions to the site in with Health & Safety protocols. They will report directly to the Maintenance Manager.

• The successful candidate will be required to join an on call rotation along with the rest of the management and maintenance team. Salary will vary depending on experience.
• Single Skilled applicants must have a Level 3 qualification in their main discipline.
• Whilst providing assistance and support to our hatchery management across a wide variety of farming activity, this Maintenance Engineering role is very much a first step in a career in agriculture.
• The successful candidate will live Welfare as a Condition in all that they do.
• They will contribute to the efficient running of the hatchery machinery and have the opportunity to learn hands on how to maintain machinery and a safe environment.
• Simultaneously, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and development via our bespoke Agriculture Academy.
• Growing our own agriculture specialists and leaders of the future is something that is extremely important to our client.

Who are we looking for?

Qualifications or Required Experience:

• A keen interest in farming where animal welfare is of the upmost most importance
• Desire to work hands on in a farming environment
• To be reliable and flexible
• A passion for learning
• Must have Level 3 qualification in main discipline for single skilled
• Must have Level 3 qualification in main discipline and Level 2 is second discipline for multi-skilled
• Must be literate and numerate.
• Must be able to think clearly.
• Must be able to work as a team member.
• Must have a positive attitude to work and others
• Good manual dexterity is essential.
• Good communication skills are desirable.
• The ability to work on own initiative and learn new skills is desirable.
• Must have evidence of handyman skills
• Must be able to diagnose and solve problems
• Good time organisation skills are desirable
• Previous welding, electrical and plumbing experience desirable.
• Able to complete paperwork

How to apply

We are excited to learn more about your skills and experience. To apply for this exceptional opportunity, follow these steps:

Attach your CV and send it to:

• [e-mail]
• WhatsApp/Text: 07870588857

Note: Salary & Benefits and other details are as listed above.