Manufacturing Maintenance Technician (Mechanical)

ICE Group; Galway; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

ICE Group in Galway, Ireland is seeking an Equipment Maintenance Technician to keep our high‑volume automated production lines running. You’ll diagnose, repair, and prevent downtime while collaborating with production and engineering to drive reliability.

This hands‑on role emphasizes continuous improvement, problem‑solving, and accurate record‑keeping. Ideal candidates have 2–4 years in a technician role and a technical qualification in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years' experience in a technician role within a high-volume automated manufacturing environment.
• Certificate, Diploma or Senior Trade Qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related technical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair electronic and mechanical equipment failures.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance to maximise equipment reliability and uptime.
• Install, set up, relocate and refurbish manufacturing equipment.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and technical documentation.
• Record downtime events and corrective actions in maintenance systems.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering and other departments to ensure rapid resolution of equipment issues.
• Drive equipment performance improvements focused on increased run rates, reduced cycle times, improved yields and quality, and enhanced process stability.

Skills

Fault-finding

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Teamwork

Communication

Independence

Adaptability

Continuous improvement

Education

Certificate/Diploma/Senior Trade in Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

PLCs

Motor drives

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic equipment

Job description

Manufacturing Maintenance Technician (Mechanical)

Equipment Maintenance Technician

12-Hour Shifts

Keep Advanced Manufacturing Running at Its Best

Are you a hands-on problem solver who thrives on technical challenges? Do you enjoy troubleshooting complex automated equipment and making real improvements that impact production performance? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for an Equipment Maintenance Technician to join our clients high-performing manufacturing team.

Working within a fast-paced, highly automated environment, you'll play a critical role in maintaining and optimising world-class manufacturing equipment. This is more than a maintenance role. You'll be at the heart of continuous improvement initiatives, helping to enhance equipment reliability, increase production output, improve quality, and drive operational excellence.

What You'll Be Doing

As an Equipment Maintenance Technician, you will:

• Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair electronic and mechanical equipment failures.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance to maximise equipment reliability and uptime.
• Install, set up, relocate and refurbish manufacturing equipment.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and technical documentation.
• Record downtime events and corrective actions in maintenance systems.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering and other departments to ensure rapid resolution of equipment issues.
• Drive equipment performance improvements focused on:
• Increased run rates
• Reduced cycle times
• Improved yields and quality
• Enhanced process stability
• Communicate equipment risks and capacity concerns to Team Leaders and relevant stakeholders.
• Participate in shift handovers and provide clear status updates.
• Support spare parts management and failure analysis activities.
• Partner with Process Engineers on continuous improvement projects.
• Share knowledge by training and supporting fellow Technicians and Operators.

What We're Looking For

You’ll be someone who enjoys getting stuck into technical challenges and takes pride in finding practical solutions.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Hands-on approach with a passion for problem-solving.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Commitment to manufacturing excellence and quality.
• Ability to work independently and remain calm under pressure.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs.
• Resourceful, proactive and driven by continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• 2-4 years' experience in a technician role within a high-volume automated manufacturing environment.
• Certificate, Diploma or Senior Trade Qualification in:
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Or a related technical discipline.

Advantageous

• Knowledge of PLCs.
• Experience with motor drives.
• Understanding of pneumatic systems.
• Experience working with hydraulic equipment.

Why apply?

• Work with cutting-edge automated manufacturing technology
• Be part of a skilled and supportive technical team
• Contribute to meaningful improvement projects that deliver real results
• Enjoy a compressed work schedule with long weekends and excellent work-life balance
• Develop your technical expertise in a high-performance manufacturing environment