Plant Fitter

Harper Finley; Blessington; On-site; EUR 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Modern workshop

Overtime available

Long-term position

Job summary

Harper Finley is seeking an experienced Plant Fitter to join its maintenance team in Ireland. The role focuses on maintaining, servicing and repairing mobile and fixed plant machinery to keep equipment running efficiently.

The successful candidate will diagnose faults quickly, perform repairs, and support breakdowns while adhering to health and safety standards. A long-term position with a modern workshop and progression opportunities is on offer.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical knowledge and fault-finding skills.
• Experience maintaining mobile and fixed plant machinery.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics and basic electrical systems.
• Strong health and safety awareness and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on mobile and fixed plant machinery.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and complete repairs efficiently.
• Service and maintain equipment to reduce downtime.
• Work on loaders, dumpers, conveyors, crushers, screens and other plant equipment.
• Complete preventative maintenance checks and inspections.
• Assist with breakdowns and urgent repair work when required.
• Collaborate with the wider maintenance and operations teams.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Fault finding

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Electrical basics

Health & safety

Job description

The Company

A well-established organisation operating within the construction materials and heavy industrial sector. The business has a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and maintaining high standards across its operations. Due to continued activity, they are seeking an experienced Plant Fitter to join their maintenance team.

The Role

The Plant Fitter will be responsible for maintaining, servicing, and repairing a range of mobile and fixed plant machinery. This is a hands‑on role suited to someone with strong mechanical knowledge who can identify faults quickly and keep equipment operating efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on mobile and fixed plant machinery
• Diagnose mechanical faults and complete repairs efficiently
• Service and maintain equipment to reduce downtime
• Work on machinery such as loaders, dumpers, conveyors, crushers, screens, and other plant equipment
• Complete preventative maintenance checks and inspections
• Assist with breakdowns and urgent repair work when required
• Work closely with the wider maintenance and operations teams

The Person

• Previous experience working as a Plant Fitter, Maintenance Fitter, or Heavy Equipment Mechanic
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and repair skills
• Experience maintaining both mobile and fixed plant machinery
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and basic electrical systems
• Strong understanding of health and safety procedures

The Offer

• €25 per hour
• Average earnings of €60,000 - €70,000
• 50 hours per week available with overtime
• Monday to Friday role
• Long‑term position with a well‑established company
• Modern workshop and excellent facilities
• Training and progression opportunities available