Plant Mechanic – Quarry Equipment & Maintenance

Crewit Resourcing; Limerick; On-site; EUR 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Zinc Processors Limited t/a Shannonside Galvanising, based in Drombanna, Co. Limerick, is seeking Plant Mechanics for immediate start at two facilities in Co. Limerick.

2–3 years' Plant Mechanic experience required; on‑the‑job training will be provided. You will maintain and repair plant machinery, perform regular checks, and ensure safety and compliance across sites. Annual remuneration: €36,605.00; 39-hour work week; location at Four Elms, Drombanna and Gotoon, Kilmallock.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of proven relevant experience as a Plant Mechanic.
• Experience in quarrying or related manufacturing is a plus.
• Mechanic certification is preferred but not essential; on‑the‑job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and service machinery and equipment used in quarries and related activities.
• Ensure plant machinery operates safely and efficiently to minimize downtime.
• Perform regular maintenance checks on mixers, conveyors, pumps, crushers, and batching systems.
• Carry out preventative maintenance to extend equipment life and reduce breakdowns.
• Lubricate machinery, replace worn parts, and ensure components are in good working condition.
• Identify mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues and diagnose problems accurately.
• Repair or replace faulty parts to return machinery to full capacity promptly.
• Perform scheduled and emergency repairs while complying with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, and inspections.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Hydraulic knowledge

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Education

Plant mechanic certification (bonus)

Job description

Zinc Processors Limited t/a Shannonside Galvanising, based in Drombanna, Co. Limerick, is seeking Plant Mechanics for immediate start at two facilities in Co. Limerick.

2–3 years' Plant Mechanic experience required; on‑the‑job training will be provided. You will maintain and repair plant machinery, perform regular checks, and ensure safety and compliance across sites. Annual remuneration: €36,605.00; 39-hour work week; location at Four Elms, Drombanna and Gotoon, Kilmallock.