Maintenance Technician

Keelings; Saint Margaret’s; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount at Keelings Farm Shop

Canteen subsidy

Free on-site parking

Wellness initiatives

Electric vehicle charging

Wellness week

Job summary

Keelings is seeking a Maintenance Technician to oversee maintenance breakdowns, preventive maintenance, and CMMS updates at our St. Margaret's facility in Co. Dublin, Ireland.

The role covers electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, supporting production lines and plant services, with a focus on safety and efficiency. The candidate should have strong PLC and high-speed machinery experience, be able to work independently or in a team, and be flexible with shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role in regulated manufacturing environment.
• Electrical maintenance experience or qualifications.
• Excellent awareness and experience in relation to Quality, Health, and Safety.
• Strong fault finding and problem solving skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of high-speed mechanical and electrical systems, automation, and PLC control systems.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high-quality maintenance service to production, ensuring maintenance works efficiently, safely and in line with the maintenance strategy.
• Execute the preventive maintenance and Condition Based program.
• Provide maintenance support, enter data, update equipment records, produce performance reports and participate in continuous improvement.
• Electrical & Mechanical troubleshooting for high-speed PLC-controlled plant, handling and packaging equipment.
• Support plant facilities and services including compressed air, refrigeration and steam.
• Perform PM routines/Regular Maintenance and monitor line and machine performance.
• Work with equipment suppliers on new equipment installations and modifications.
• Update the maintenance management system (CMMS), recording changes and work carried out.
• Troubleshooting using PLC programs.
• Complete planned work, daily shift input of works onto CMMS, manage breakdowns and parts.
• Adhere to a callout rota system.
• A suitable qualification in an electrical, fitter or instrumentation engineering discipline is an advantage.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Quality & safety

Preventive maintenance

Fault finding

High-speed machinery

Automation & PLC

CMMS

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Location: On site / Sandyhill, St Margaret's, Co. Dublin, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Facilities Management | Maintenance
Salary: Negotiable salary

About Keelings

Keelings is a 100% Irish-owned family business passionate about fresh produce. Operating across Ireland, the UK, and Europe, we grow, source, and supply top-quality fruit and vegetables. Our success is built on innovation, sustainability, and strong partnerships — powered by our dedicated people.

Purpose of the Role:

On a day-to-day basis, the Maintenance Technician is responsible for the executing, monitoring and recording of the maintenance breakdowns and breakdown follow ups.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

Main Responsibilities

• Responsible for delivering a high-quality maintenance service to production, must ensure that maintenance works efficiently, effectively, safely and in line with the maintenance strategy
• Execution of the preventive maintenance & Condition Based program
• Providing maintenance support, entering data, updating equipment records, produce performance reports & participating in continuous improvement follow up
• Electrical & Mechanical troubleshooting
• Electro-mechanical repairs to high-speed, PLC-controlled plant, handling and packaging equipment, also pneumatic & hydraulic control systems
• Technical support for the plant facilities and services, including compressed air, refrigeration & steam.
• Perform PM routines/ Regular Maintenance.
• Closely monitor line & machine performance and intervene online as soon as any deterioration in performance occurs
• Work with equipment suppliers on new equipment installations & modifications
• Update the maintenance management system (CMMS), recording all changes, store transactions made & work carried out
• Troubleshooting using PLC Programs
• Responsible for completion of planned work, daily shift input of all works onto CMMS, parts booked out of stores and control of breakdowns
• Must adhere to a callout Rota system as per company policy
• A suitable qualification in an electrical, fitter or Automotive Mechanic, instrumentation engineering discipline a distinct advantage.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to take lead on maintenance issues and to work independently or as a team member.
• Be flexible in respect of shift changes and to participate in the maintenance procedure as required.
• Responds positively to changing circumstances and priorities.
• Proven track record in your current role is essential.
• The role is varied where both electrical and mechanical skills are required. Candidates who can show an aptitude and ability in both disciplines will have a distinct advantage

Key Skills & Knowledge

• Possess electrical maintenance experience and/or qualifications.
• Excellent awareness and experience in relation to Quality, Health, and Safety
• Be familiar with planned preventative maintenance
• Experienced in fault finding and problem solving
• Comprehensive Knowledge of high-speed mechanical systems, electrical systems, automation, and PLC control systems
• Knowledge and experience in Maintenance strategy, Maintenance organisation and systems
• Comprehensive Knowledge of high-speed mechanical systems, electrical systems, automation, and PLC control systems

Education & Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in similar role in regulated manufacturing environment (POST APPRENTICESHIP)
• Staff discount at Keelings Farm Shop and subsidized canteen
• Free On-site parking with access to electric chargers
• Wellness Initiatives such as wellness week

Keelings Values

• People Matter
• Teamwork
• Integrity
• Passion for Achievement

Inclusion & Diversity Statement

In Keelings we value all perspectives and knowledge that our colleagues bring to our business. We are committed to forming a diverse and inclusive team where all can share their unique experiences and perspectives. We welcome applications from all cultures and backgrounds and are dedicated to forming an environment of inclusiveness and diversity where all can thoroughly feel a sense of belonging.

• 1. CV Submission & email acknowledgment of receipt

Keelings is located in St. Margaret's and not serviced by public transport routes. A full driving licence and access to your own car is required for transport to work, do you have a full driving licence and your own car?