Mechanical Fitter

Mercury Hampton Ltd; Dublin; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercury Hampton Ltd is recruiting a Mechanical Fitter/Install Engineer for Ireland projects. You will join a specialist team delivering automated storage and retrieval systems across Ireland and the UK. The role offers full training, a clear career path and a Monday–Friday pattern.

Applicants should have a mechanical/electrical background, practical tool skills, ability to read drawings, and a full UK driving licence. Travel and site work are required.

Qualifications

• Mechanical and electrical engineering background required.
• Strong hands-on installation experience with hand and power tools.
• Able to read and follow installation drawings and technical instructions.
• Good Health & Safety practices and awareness.
• Team player with professional attitude and strong problem-solving skills.
• Physically fit for manual installation work and travel.
• Must hold a valid UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Offloading, preparing and installing equipment for client sites.
• Mechanical installation and assembly of automated storage systems.
• Support commissioning and start-up activities on site.
• Assist with basic electrical installation and fault-finding (training provided).
• Conduct daily equipment and site inspections and complete installation reports.

Skills

Mechanical background

Electrical background

Hand & power tools

Installation drawings

Health & Safety

Team player

Problem-solving

Physically fit

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Mechanical Fitter/Install Engineer

Specialist Engineering Sector | Ireland Projects | Full Training Provided

€35,000 - €45,000

• Permanent, Full-Time Position


• Specialist OEM Training & Technical Development


• Mechanical & Electrical Skills Enhancement


• Career Progression Opportunities


• Monday to Friday Working Pattern

Mercury Hampton are exclusively supporting a long-established specialist engineering business that designs, manufactures and installs automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS) throughout Ireland. With decades of industry expertise and a reputation for delivering high‑quality automated solutions, the company continues to invest in its people and technology as part of its ongoing growth plans.

Due to increased project activity, we are seeking a Mechanical Fitter / Install Engineer to join a highly skilled installation team supporting customer projects across the UK.

The Candidate

We are interested in speaking with individuals who enjoy practical, hands‑on engineering work and are looking to build a long‑term career within a specialist engineering environment.

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• Mechanical and electrical engineering background

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• Good practical skills with hand and power tools

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• Ability to read and follow technical instructions and installation drawings

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• Strong awareness of Health & Safety practices

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• Team player with a professional attitude

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• Good problem‑solving skills and willingness to learn

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• Physically fit due to the manual nature of the role

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• Full UK Driving Licence

Advantageous Experience

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• Mechanical fitting experience

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• Electrical installation or fault‑finding experience

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• Experience working on customer sites

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• Experience travelling or working away from home

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• CSCS Card or equivalent site certification

The Role

In this role, you will work as part of an experienced installation team delivering automated storage and retrieval systems at customer sites nationwide. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with mechanical, electrical, engineering or construction experience who is looking to develop specialist skills within a growing market.

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• Offloading and preparing equipment for installation

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• Mechanical installation and assembly of automated storage systems

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• Assisting with commissioning and initial system start‑up activities

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• Supporting basic electrical installation and fault finding activities (training provided)

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• Conducting daily equipment and plant inspections

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• Completing installation reports and compliance documentation

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• Following company Health & Safety procedures and customer site regulations

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• Representing the business professionally on customer sites

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• Participating in ongoing training and professional development programmes

You will work on projects throughout Ireland and should be comfortable travelling and occasionally staying away from home when required.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well‑established engineering organisation operating within a specialist niche sector. Full training is provided, allowing you to develop valuable mechanical and electrical skills while working on technically challenging projects across the UK.

If you are looking for a role that offers long‑term career development, specialist training and the opportunity to work on innovative automated systems, we would like to hear from you.