Maintenance Technician Fitter

Jfc Group; Galway; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

JFC Group is seeking a Maintenance Technician Fitter to support daily site operations in Galway. You will perform basic maintenance, assist with repairs, and help ensure a safe, clean, and efficient working environment for staff and visitors.

You will follow daily plans, support continuous improvements with engineering and production, and participate in preventative maintenance programmes. Fluent English and a Leaving Certificate are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance, plumbing, electrical or joinery.
• Excellent communication in English, both verbal and written.
• First Aid or Manual Handling training.

Responsibilities

• Follow daily plan outlined by the supervisor.
• Assist with minor maintenance tasks and repairs.
• Ensure adherence to Health & Safety regulations.
• Manage waste and recycling processes as needed.
• Perform weekly checks on plant and machinery and log data.
• Support engineering and production on improvements.
• Participate in preventative maintenance programmes.
• Assist with handling and storage procedures to protect tooling.

Skills

Maintenance

Plumbing

Electrical

Joinery

Education

Leaving Certificate

Job description

At JFC, our success is built on our shared values - People First, Innovation Inspired, Growth Focused, Quality Driven, Performance Powered, and Safety Always.

The Maintenance Technician Fitter will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operation, upkeep, and safety of the site. This includes basic maintenance, manual handling, and general support tasks to ensure a clean, safe, and efficient environment for all staff and visitors.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow daily plan outlined by the supervisor.
• Assist with minor maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs, unblocking drains, or basic repairs.
• Ensure strict adherence to all Health & Safety regulations, including safe use of tools, machinery, chemicals, and regular site inspections.
• Manage waste and recycling processes, including emptying bins and baler.
• Perform weekly checks on plant and machinery and log maintenance data to support equipment failure analysis.
• Support Engineering and Production personnel on continuous improvements and monitor equipment in order to recommend process improvements.
• Participate in preventative maintenance programmes.
• Assist with handling and storage procedures to eliminate damage of moulds or other tooling/plant.
• Support mould changes in the Roto and Pipe departments as required.

Desired Skills And Experience

• Previous experience in maintenance, plumbing, electrical or joinery.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work in a pro-active and efficient manner.
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills.
• Previous experience working in an industrial environment is advantageous.
• Leaving Certificate, a minimum educational requirement.
• Excellent communication skills - fluent in both verbal and written English.
• First Aid or Manual Handling training.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this position. JFC is an equal opportunities employer.