Maintenance Fitter: Shift Allowance, Training & Overtime

Glenhaven Foods; Arklow; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading poultry processor in Ireland is seeking a Maintenance Fitter to ensure the safe and efficient maintenance of equipment. Responsibilities include troubleshooting and repairing production equipment, completing maintenance schedules, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment and possess strong mechanical skills. Competitive pay and opportunities for development are offered.

Benefits

Highly competitive rates of pay & shift allowance

Ongoing training & Development

Competitive Pension Contribution

Overtime opportunities

Access to the bike to work scheme

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally food or pharma.
• Experience in mechanical drives and gearboxes, pumps, valves, and process equipment.
• Ability to read technical drawings and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of production equipment.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns to minimise downtime.
• Complete planned preventative maintenance schedules.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Pneumatics and hydraulics

Good IT skills

Education

Fully qualified Fitter or Mechanical Craftsperson

Tools

CMMS systems

Job description

A leading poultry processor in Ireland is seeking a Maintenance Fitter to ensure the safe and efficient maintenance of equipment. Responsibilities include troubleshooting and repairing production equipment, completing maintenance schedules, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment and possess strong mechanical skills. Competitive pay and opportunities for development are offered.