Maintenance Technician

Arcon Recruitment Services; Ireland; Remote; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcon Recruitment is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join a manufacturing company in South Mayo. This hands-on role focuses on preventative maintenance, fault diagnosis and reducing downtime, working with production teams to keep machinery reliable.

The successful candidate will have practical maintenance experience in manufacturing, with a mechanical or electrical trade qualification advantageous. You will report to the maintenance supervisor and contribute to safety and quality standards

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance experience in manufacturing, production or industrial environment.
• Strong practical skills and experience troubleshooting machinery and equipment.
• A mechanical, electrical, fitting or related trade qualification is an advantage, but is not essential.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive approach to identifying and resolving maintenance issues.
• Commitment to safety, quality and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance on production machinery and equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical and equipment faults and complete repairs.
• Respond to breakdowns to support the timely resumption of production.
• Inspect equipment to identify wear, damage and potential maintenance issues.
• Assist with machinery installation, upgrades and improvement projects.
• Work with production colleagues to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and report recurring issues.
• Identify spare parts and maintenance supplies required.
• Complete work in line with company health and safety procedures.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Communication

Organisation

Teamwork

Education

Trade qualification (mechanical/electrical/fitting)

Job description

Maintenance Technician – South Mayo

Location: South Mayo, commutable from Tuam and surrounding areas
Sector: Manufacturing

Arcon Recruitment is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join a manufacturing company in South Mayo. This is an opportunity for a practical, hands-on individual to support the reliable and efficient operation of production machinery and equipment.

A relevant trade qualification is desirable but not essential. Candidates with suitable practical maintenance experience are encouraged to apply.

The Role

The Maintenance Technician will carry out preventative maintenance, respond to equipment breakdowns and help improve machinery performance. Working closely with the production team, you will identify faults, complete repairs and support efforts to minimise downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance on production machinery and equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical and equipment faults and complete appropriate repairs.
• Respond to breakdowns to support the timely resumption of production.
• Inspect equipment to identify wear, damage and potential maintenance issues.
• Assist with machinery installation, upgrades and improvement projects.
• Work with production colleagues to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and report recurring issues.
• Help identify spare parts and maintenance supplies required.
• Complete work in line with company health and safety procedures.

Requirements

• Previous maintenance experience in a manufacturing, production or industrial environment.
• A mechanical, electrical, fitting or related trade qualification is an advantage, but is not essential.
• Strong practical skills and experience troubleshooting machinery and equipment.
• A proactive approach to identifying and resolving maintenance issues.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A strong commitment to safety, quality and attention to detail.

Location and Commuting

This role is based in South Mayo and may suit candidates travelling from Tuam, Claremorris, Ballinrobe, Kilmaine, Shrule, Headford, Dunmore, Milltown, Hollymount and surrounding areas, depending on the exact workplace location.