Plant Mechanics

Crewit Resourcing

Ballykeeran

On-site

EUR 33,000 - 40,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

The Portaneena Company Limited, based in Athlone, Co. Westmeath, is seeking experienced Plant Mechanics for immediate start at their facility. 2-3 years’ experience, strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic knowledge, and the ability to read schematics are required. Training will be provided on the job; marine experience is a plus.

Annual remuneration is €36,605 with a hourly rate of €18.05 for a 39-hour week. The role is on-site at Ballykeeran, Athlone, Co. Westmeath.

Qualifications

2–3 years' Plant Mechanic experience required.
Mechanic certification preferred but not essential.
No minimum academic requirements; on‑the‑job training provided.
Marine experience strongly preferred.
Able to read technical drawings, schematics and manuals.
Experience with maintaining plant machinery used in hire, construction, and civils.
Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Responsibilities

To maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and service machinery and equipment used in plant hire, construction and related civils activities.
To ensure that all plant machinery is operating efficiently and safely, to minimize downtime, and to support the overall productivity of the plant.
To perform regular maintenance checks on plant machinery, including mixers, conveyors, pumps, crushers, and batching systems.
To conduct preventative maintenance tasks to extend the life of equipment and minimize breakdowns.
To lubricate machinery, replace worn parts, and ensure all components are in good working condition.
To identify mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues in plant equipment and diagnose problems accurately.
To repair or replace faulty parts, ensuring that all machinery is returned to full operational capacity in a timely manner.
To perform both scheduled and emergency repairs to minimize downtime.
To maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, and inspections performed on plant equipment.
Essential knowledge includes mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, as well as the ability to diagnose and fix issues promptly to ensure smooth plant operations.
Essential knowledge includes strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic knowledge, ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and manuals, and excellent trouble-shooting and problem solving skills.
Essential skills include application of relevant health & safety and environmental legislation, performance of system checks and adjustments on machinery, and monitoring of inventory supply for required equipment.
Candidates must be competent to assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment or upgrades.
Candidates must be competent to monitor stock levels of spare parts, tools, and equipment needed for maintenance and order parts and supplies as needed.
A mechanic qualification or certificate is a bonus but is not mandatory.
2-3 years’ of proven relevant experience as a Plant Mechanic is required.
Marine experience strongly preferred.

Skills

Plant mechanic experience

Plant mechanic certification

Reading schematics

Reading manuals

Mechanical knowledge

Hydraulic knowledge

Safety compliance

Marine experience

Education

Plant mechanic certification

Job description

The Portaneena Company Limited,, Ballykeeran,, Athlone,, Co. Westmeath, N37 E379

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Job Description

Our client, The Portaneena Company Limited, based in Athlone, Co. Westmeath, is currently seeking Plant Mechanics for immediate start at their facility in Athlone, Co. Westmeath.

Qualifications: 2-3 years’ Plant Mechanic experience required. Mechanic Certification preferred but not essential. There are no minimum academic requirements. Further training will be provided on-the-job as required.

General Duties / Responsibilities / Experience

To maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and service machinery and equipment used in plant hire, construction and related civils activities
To ensure that all plant machinery is operating efficiently and safely, to minimize downtime, and to support the overall productivity of the plant
To perform regular maintenance checks on plant machinery, including mixers, conveyors, pumps, crushers, and batching systems
To conduct preventative maintenance tasks to extend the life of equipment and minimize breakdowns
To lubricate machinery, replace worn parts, and ensure all components are in good working condition
To identify mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues in plant equipment and diagnose problems accurately
To repair or replace faulty parts, ensuring that all machinery is returned to full operational capacity in a timely manner
To perform both scheduled and emergency repairs to minimize downtime
To maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, and inspections performed on plant equipment
Essential knowledge includes mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, as well as the ability to diagnose and fix issues promptly to ensure smooth plant operations
Essential knowledge includes strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic knowledge, ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and manuals, and excellent trouble-shooting and problem solving skills
Essential skills include application of relevant health & safety and environmental legislation, performance of system checks and adjustments on machinery, and monitoring of inventory supply for required equipment
Candidates must be competent to assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment or upgrades
Candidates must be competent to monitor stock levels of spare parts, tools, and equipment needed for maintenance and order parts and supplies as needed
A mechanic qualification or certificate is a bonus but is not mandatory
2-3 years’ of proven relevant experience as a Plant Mechanic is required
Marine experience strongly preferred

Annual Remuneration: €36,605.00; Pay Rate €18.05 per hourWork Location: The Portaneena Company Limited, Ballykeeran, Athlone, Co. Westmeath, N37 E379.Number of hours work each week: 39