Electrical Maintenance Technician (Days)

Hunter Savage; Connacht; On-site; EUR 53,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer for a permanent dayshift position in Ireland. The role offers a competitive salary of €57,500 plus overtime, with no nights or early starts. Responsibilities include maintenance of plant machinery and electrical systems, fostering a culture of safety and teamwork. The ideal candidate has relevant qualifications and experience in a manufacturing environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Dayshift only – no nights

Permanent position with job security

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Electrically qualified with experience in relevant maintenance environments.
• Ability to diagnose and repair faults in motors and control systems.
• Collaboration skills to enhance reliability and minimize downtime.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive electrical maintenance.
• Support installation and commissioning of new equipment.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records for compliance.

Skills

Electrical engineering qualification

Proven experience in manufacturing or industrial maintenance

Knowledge of electrical systems, drives, PLCs, automation

Problem-solving and fault-finding skills

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork and organizational abilities

Safety-conscious approach

Education

Electrical engineering qualification

Job description

Description

We are hiring for our client, a leading and well-established production business located 20 minutes from Ballyhaunis, who wish to appoint an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join their engineering team.

This is a permanent dayshift position with no nights, evenings, or early starts, offering excellent work-life balance and a competitive package including overtime opportunities. The successful Electrical Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of all plant machinery and electrical systems.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job

1. Attractive Package: €57,500 basic + overtime available
2. Dayshift Only: No nights, weekends, or early starts
3. Leading Employer: Stable company with strong investment in people and maintenance

The Role

• Carry out planned and reactive electrical maintenance on production and process equipment
• Diagnose and repair faults on motors, drives, sensors, and control systems
• Support continuous improvement and preventative maintenance activities
• Participate in the installation and commissioning of new equipment and plant upgrades
• Work collaboratively with production and maintenance teams to minimise downtime and enhance reliability
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure compliance with all health, safety, and quality standards

The Person

• Electrical engineering qualification
• Proven experience within a manufacturing or industrial maintenance environment
• Sound knowledge of electrical systems, drives, PLCs, and automation desirable
• Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organisational abilities
• A proactive and safety-conscious approach to work

The Rewards

• €57,500 basic salary + overtime
• Dayshift only – no nights, evenings, or early starts
• Permanent position with excellent job security
• Supportive company culture with opportunities for professional growth

Next Steps – Why Hunter Savage

For further information, and to apply for this Electrical Maintenance Engineer job, please contact Matthew Bell. Visit our website for a full list of opportunities across Engineering & Operations.

At Hunter Savage, our specialist recruitment consultancy approach means we connect professionals with roles that allow them to flourish. With offices across Belfast, Dublin, Edinburgh, and Manchester, we offer expert, confidential career advice and deep sector insight across Engineering & Operations throughout Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

Salary details are to be used as a guide and based on experience. We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria depending upon the calibre of response