Mechanic Lusk

AES Recycling Limited; Dublin; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company in Dublin is seeking a Mechanic to join their Depot team. The role involves maintenance of depot vehicles such as trucks and forklifts. Applicants should have at least 4 years of experience, possess a full Irish Category B driving license, and have good English skills. This position is mobile with no fixed base and requires on-call availability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-year experience working in a similar environment/industry.
• Full Irish Category B driving license is essential.
• Good written and verbal English is essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out diagnostics, repairs, and preventative maintenance.
• Conduct examinations of vehicles and respond to daily checks.
• Attend breakdowns on-site or locally, resolving faults quickly.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Preventative maintenance

Technical advice

Ability to work on-call

Education

National Craft Certificate in Heavy Vehicle Mechanics

Advanced Craft Certificate (FETAC Level 6)

Job description

AES Recycling is one of Ireland’s leading waste management companies. We provide customers with a reliable and environmentally responsible service, collecting waste from homes and businesses across Leinster and North Munster. Our operations are driven by innovation and sustainability, ensuring that we contribute positively to both our communities and the environment.

The Role:

AES Recycling Ltd is seeking a Mechanic to join our Depot team on a permanent basis. This is a mobile role with no fixed base; however, the position will have primary responsibility for the maintenance of the Lusk depot which is based in Lusk, Co. Dublin. The successful candidate will perform inspections, planned maintenance, and repairs on trucks, trailers, forklifts, and other depot vehicles and equipment. The successful candidate must be flexible, willing to cover on-call duties, and respond efficiently to urgent breakdowns.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out diagnostics, repairs, and preventative maintenance to a high standard.
• Conduct examinations of vehicles and respond to daily checks as reported by drivers, to identify and repair non-routine defects, while working to high standards in accordance with the brands technical standards.
• Attend breakdowns on-site or locally, troubleshooting and resolving faults quickly.
• Maintain accurate service and maintenance records.
• Keep the workshop and depot safe, clean, and organised.
• Proactively report and address safety risks
• Comply with Health, Safety and Environmental legislation in line with company, RSA and other governing bodies guidelines.
• Participate in the company’s Integrated Management System (IMS).
• Work closely with the transport team, informing them of progress, to ensure vehicles are available to service planned collections for the end customer.
• Offer technical advice and support to other technicians and apprentices.

The Person:

• Minimum 4-year experience working in a similar environment/industry.
• National Craft Certificate in Heavy Vehicle Mechanics (SOLAS) or Advanced Craft Certificate (FETAC Level 6), or equivalent desirable but not essential.
• Full Irish Category B driving license (essential).
• Category C or CE license is desirable.
• Flexible attitude with willingness to work on-call and cover urgent maintenance as needed.
• Must be eligible to work in Ireland.
• Good written and verbal English essential.

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