Maintenance Operative

Force Recruitment and Outsourcing; Naas; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Force Recruitment and Outsourcing is seeking a practical Bodyshop Engineer to join our Naas-based team in Co. Kildare. You will perform bodywork repairs, joinery, maintenance and preparation on our hire fleet, working from job sheets to ensure equipment is safe, presentable and rental-ready.

This hands-on role suits someone who takes pride in workmanship, enjoys using a range of tools and can work to deadlines. Experience in bodywork/joinery and a strong safety mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in bodywork, joinery or similar hands-on environment.
• Good practical skills and confidence with power and hand tools.
• Ability to read and follow job sheets, measurements and drawings.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work within timescales.
• Strong health and safety awareness.
• Organisational skills to keep areas clean and orderly.
• Proactive in identifying issues and reporting to supervisor.
• Team player with customer-service mindset.
• Willingness to undertake varied tasks and projects.

Responsibilities

• Carry out authorised repairs and maintenance to fleet equipment, working accurately from job sheets and to agreed deadlines.
• Perform bodywork and joinery repairs using appropriate power and hand tools.
• Carry out site joinery work, including construction and repair of studded walls, door frames, apertures and other structures.
• Prepare units for painting, sanding and finishing by thoroughly cleaning internal and external areas.
• Carry out de-masking, cleaning and replacement of ancillary components as required.
• Ensure tools and equipment are maintained in safe condition and report defects.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Work with Bodyshop Supervisor and Operations Team to ensure rental readiness within timescales.
• Complete paperwork and stock/parts records accurately.
• Identify and report significant problems to line manager promptly.
• Support other duties, projects and operational requirements as needed.

Skills

Bodywork experience

Joinery

Tool handling

Reading job sheets

Attention to detail

Time management

Health and safety

Teamwork

Customer service

Flexible attitude

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Measuring tools

Sawing equipment

Job description

Department: Mobile Engineers / Operations

About the Role

We are looking for a practical, reliable and detail-oriented Bodyshop Engineer to join our team in Naas, Co. Kildare.

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out a variety of bodywork repairs, joinery, maintenance and preparation work on our hire fleet. Working from job sheets and agreed timescales, you will help ensure our equipment is maintained to a high standard and is safe, presentable and ready for rental.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who takes pride in their workmanship, enjoys working with tools and is comfortable working across a varied range of repair and maintenance tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out authorised repairs and maintenance to fleet equipment, working accurately from job sheets and to agreed deadlines.
• Complete a range of bodywork and joinery repairs using appropriate power and hand tools.
• Carry out site joinery work, including the construction and repair of studded walls, door frames, apertures and other structures, ensuring work is completed to the required measurements and specifications.
• Prepare units for painting, sanding and finishing by thoroughly cleaning internal and external areas.
• Carry out de-masking, cleaning and replacement of ancillary components as required.
• Ensure all tools, equipment and machinery are maintained in a safe and operational condition, reporting any defects, damage or safety concerns to your supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment within the workshop and work areas.
• Work closely with the Bodyshop Supervisor, Mobile Engineers and Operations Team to ensure equipment is completed and ready for rental within required timescales.
• Complete all relevant paperwork and documentation accurately and promptly, including records of stock, materials and parts used.
• Identify and report any significant problems or additional repair requirements to your line manager at the earliest opportunity.
• Support other duties, projects and operational requirements as required.

About You

You will be a practical, dependable and hands-on individual who takes pride in delivering high-quality workmanship. You will understand the importance of maintaining equipment to a safe, professional and rental-ready standard and be comfortable working as part of a busy team.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience in bodywork, joinery, bodyshop operations, maintenance, construction or a similar hands-on environment.
• Good practical skills and confidence using a range of power and hand tools.
• The ability to read and follow job sheets, measurements, drawings and instructions accurately.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• The ability to work effectively to agreed timescales and deadlines.
• A strong commitment to health and safety, both within the workshop and when working on customer sites.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to keep work areas, tools and equipment clean and orderly.
• A proactive approach to identifying and reporting issues to your supervisor or line manager.
• A positive attitude towards teamwork, quality and customer service.
• Flexibility to undertake a variety of tasks and special projects when required.

Experience with refrigerated, temperature-controlled or rental equipment would be advantageous but is not essential, as full support will be provided to the right candidate.

You will also be expected to provide a high standard of customer service and represent the company professionally at all times.