Mechanical Maintenance Fitter – Cork

CREGG; Munster; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

CREGG in Cork is seeking a Maintenance Fitter to ensure the reliability of beef processing machinery and packaging equipment. You will perform routine maintenance, diagnose faults, replace components and support preventative maintenance in a busy plant.

The ideal candidate will hold a Level 6 trade certificate or equivalent, have at least 2 years post-apprenticeship experience, and be capable of working independently or as part of a team with a flexible schedule including overtime.

Qualifications

• Level 6 trade certificate or equivalent.
• Time-served Mechanical, Automation & Maintenance Fitter with a minimum of 2 years post apprenticeship experience.
• Experience in hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Experience with machines, process equipment, controls & automation.
• Experience in electrical & mechanical installations, maintenance and refrigeration systems.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Hold a full driving licence.
• Ability to work on own initiative with minimum supervision, or as part of a team, with flexible hours including overtime/on-call.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine maintenance and repair tasks on beef processing equipment, including conveyors, motor/gearbox and packaging machinery.
• Diagnose mechanical issues, troubleshoot faults and implement effective solutions to minimise downtime.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to plan and execute preventative maintenance schedules.
• Replacing and repairing defective components, such as motors, bearings, belts, and hydraulic systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality control standards, and company policies.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities and equipment history.
• Complete training and review SOPs on compliance within a busy Maintenance/Engineering environment.

Skills

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Machinery maintenance

Electrical installations

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Level 6 trade certificate

Job description

Maintenance Fitter / Mechanical fitter – Cork

Monday-Friday hours. – Permanent role.

Role Summary: As a Maintenance Fitter you will play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of production machinery and equipment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducting routine maintenance and repair tasks on a variety of beef processing equipment, including but not limited to conveyors, motor/gearbox and packaging machinery.
• Diagnose mechanical issues, troubleshooting faults, and implementing effective solutions to minimise downtime.
• Collaborating with the maintenance team to plan and execute preventative maintenance schedules, ensuring equipment longevity and optimal performance.
• Replacing and repairing defective components, such as motors, bearings, belts, and hydraulic systems.
• Ensuring compliance with safety regulations, quality control standards, and company policies.
• Maintaining detailed records of maintenance activities and equipment history.
• To complete training and review of SOPs on compliance. Your role will see you tackle a wide range of business challenges in a busy Maintenance/Engineering environment. The ideal Candidate will have or demonstrate:

Your role will see you tackle a wide range of business challenges in a busy Maintenance/Engineering environment. The ideal Candidate will have or demonstrate:

• Level 6 trade certificate or other
• Time-served Mechanical, Automation & Maintenance Fitter (MAMF) or Time served mechanic demonstrating a high level of competency, with a minimum of 2 years post apprenticeship experience
• Experienced in hydraulics and pneumatics
• Experience of machines & process equipment, controls & automation.
• Experience in electrical & mechanical installations, maintenance and refrigeration systems
• Can demonstrate good communication, both written & oral skills, which meet the requirements of the job in full
• Good troubleshooting ability; to logically follow a line of thought for problem solving
• Holds a full driving license
• Ability to work on their own initiative, with minimum supervision, as well as part of a team
• Has a flexible approach to working hours (overtime and on call)