Maintenance Fitter

Etex; Athy; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Etex in Athy, Ireland, is seeking a Maintenance Fitter to keep production machinery running safely and reliably. The role starts on daywork and moves into a 3 or 4 cycle shift pattern, with shifts between 8 and 12 hours.

There is potential to progress into leading or management roles over time. Key duties include carrying out planned and reactive maintenance, following PPM schedules, diagnosing breakdowns, and training apprentices.

Qualifications

• Completed recognised Mechanical Trades Apprenticeship, or equivalent.
• Demonstrable experience in manufacturing, ideally in construction materials manufacturing, engineering or heavy maintenance background.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and turning/milling.
• Trade Qualification is essential.
• Shift experience with continental/unsociable patterns.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive mechanical maintenance on production machinery to minimise downtime.
• Work to PPM schedules, liaising with planners to stay on track.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical breakdowns to keep production running.
• Complete risk assessments, method statements, and permit to work requirements.
• Support and train mechanical apprentices.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for maintenance tasks.

Skills

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Turning & milling

English communication

Manufacturing experience

Trade qualification

Education

Mechanical Trades Apprenticeship

Job description

Location: Athy, IE

We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence, but it's our people that are our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well‑being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever‑evolving industry. At Etex, we seek to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our customers and our communities. Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow & lead? Join us as a Maintenance Fitter in Athy, Ireland!

You will be keeping mechanical equipment running safely and reliably. You will start on daywork before moving into a 3 or 4 cycle shift pattern which includes shifts between 8 and 12 hrs. You will also have an opportunity to progress into a leading or management role over time.

What You'll Do

• Carry out planned and reactive mechanical maintenance on production machinery to minimise downtime.
• Work to PPM schedules, liaising with planners to stay on track.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical breakdowns to keep production running.
• Complete risk assessments, method statements, and permit to work requirements.
• Support and train mechanical apprentices.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for maintenance tasks.

What You'll Bring

• Completed recognised Mechanical Trades Apprenticeship, or equivalent.
• Demonstrable experience in manufacturing, ideally in construction materials manufacturing, engineering or heavy maintenance background.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and turning/milling.
• Trade Qualification is essential.
• Shift experience with continental/unsociable patterns.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal.

Desirable

• Strong organisational and communication skills, with a reliable and committed approach to work.
• Additional courses (relevant to trade).

Why join us?

• Our culture – we connect & care about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people.
• Our ‘Road to Sustainability 2030’ is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions
• We have a strong conviction that diversity of thinking helps us to deliver a strong and sustainable performance. It is also essential for us that everyone feels part of the team. In this spirit, we are committed to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination
• Flexibility: For us, hybrid and flexible working is all about trust, and we want you to be able to do your best work (depending on the role).

Etex is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application or selection process, please let us know and we will be happy to discuss how we can support you.