Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician

Lakeland Dairies Ltd; Coleraine; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy processor in Northern Ireland is seeking a Multi-skilled Maintenance Technician to provide essential maintenance and support for their facility. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience in electrical and mechanical fault-finding, with a strong ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. This role includes a rotating shift pattern and offers a collaborative workplace culture.

Benefits

Free parking

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification such as ONC/OND in Engineering, C&G or equivalent.
• Experience of electrical and mechanical fault-finding.
• Good working knowledge of current electrical standards.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering initiatives to maximize production line efficiencies.
• Participate in fault-finding and problem-solving activities.
• Complete mechanical and electrical repairs to food processing equipment.

Skills

Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineering

Problem solving

Electrical fault-finding

Mechanical fault-finding

Communication skills

Education

ONC/OND in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Multi-skilled Maintenance Technician – Ballyrashane

Lakeland Dairies Co-operative Society Limited (The Group) is the second largest dairy processor on the island of Ireland. The business is complex and ambitious with a milk supply pool of 2 billion litres of milk, drawn from over 3,200 family farms across 16 counties.

With the most modern dairy manufacturing facilities in 8 locations on a cross-border basis, the Group supplies to a broad customer base including some of the world’s foremost ‘blue chip’ companies across the dairy food ingredients, foodservice and consumer food channels on a domestic Ireland, UK, European and global basis. Internationally we export some 240 different products to over 100 countries worldwide.

The Group’s Agribusiness Division (Lakeland Agri) operates a state-of-the-art Animal Feed Manufacturing Facility and is a leading and innovative provider of the highest quality feeds and agricultural inputs to dairy, beef and sheep farmers across the north and south of Ireland.

Applications are invited for the above position at our Ballyrashane site.

The Role

As part of our team of multi-skilled engineering professionals, the successful candidate will provide essential planned and emergency maintenance on site to ensure the smooth and efficient running of our plant 365 days a year. The company operates a rotating shift pattern (including nights and weekends).

Key responsibilities will include (not limited to):

• Support engineering initiatives to maximise production line efficiencies.
• Proactively participate in fault-finding and problem-solving activities within production and services including electrical and mechanical process troubleshooting.
• Complete mechanical and electrical repairs to high-speed food processing, handling and packaging equipment.
• Provide technical support for the plant facilities and services including compressed air, steam, refrigeration systems and effluent plant.
• Participate in preventative maintenance programmes and ensure all work is carried out in line with manufacturers’ guidelines and complies with company and legal requirements.
• Participate as required in the planning and installation of new projects or equipment. This may include research work, input of ideas, liaising with external parties including suppliers as well as installation of equipment.
• Participate in training (which may include travel to other sites or overseas) on new or specialist equipment.

The Person

Our team is seeking an individual that possesses:

• A relevant qualification such as ONC/OND in Engineering, C&G or equivalent, plus Engineering apprenticeship time served.
• The ability to read and interpret specifications and diagrams and apply this in a working environment.
• The ability to demonstrate experience of electrical and mechanical fault-finding / problem solving.
• Good working knowledge of current electrical standards and requirements.
• Computer literacy with Microsoft Office packages.
• The ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills.
• Flexible attitude towards work & hours and willing to work continental shift pattern.

Application Process

To apply for this role, please submit a copy of your CV by midday on Monday 6th October 2025.

Lakeland Dairies Ltd is committed to having an inclusive workplace where every employee feels they belong. If you require accommodations to be made during the recruitment process or have questions relating to accessibility, please contact us at .

Skills: Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineering, Multi-Skilled Engineering

Benefits: Free parking