Plant Mechanics

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

Job summary

Lenviron Limited t/a Leinster Environmentals in Haggardstown, Co. Louth, Ireland, is seeking an experienced Plant Mechanic for an immediate start.

The role requires 2-3 years of Plant Mechanic experience with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic knowledge. On-the-job training will be provided, and duties include maintenance and repair of plant equipment to ensure safe, efficient operation.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of proven plant mechanic experience.
• Ability to read technical drawings/schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and service machinery used in plant hire and civils activities.
• Ensure plant machinery operates safely and with minimal downtime.
• Perform regular maintenance checks on mixers, conveyors, pumps, crushers, and batching systems.
• Conduct preventative maintenance to extend equipment life and avoid breakdowns.
• Lubricate machinery and replace worn parts to keep equipment in good working order.

Skills

Plant maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Health & safety

Record keeping

Education

Mechanic certification

Job description

Lenviron Limited t/a Leinster Environmentals, Clermont Business Park, Haggardstown, Co. Louth, A91 HPK7

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Application Details

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Job Description

Our client, Lenviron Limited t/a Leinster Environmentals, based in Haggardstown, Co. Louth, is currently seeking Plant Mechanics for immediate start for their facility in Haggardstown, Co. Louth.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 ensure all work is conducted in compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
• 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.

Annual Remuneration: €36,605.00; Pay Rate €18.05 per hour

Work Location: Lenviron Limited t/a Leinster Environmentals, Clermont Business Park, Haggardstown, Co. Louth, A91 HPK7

Number of hours work each week: 39

• Sector: water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities

Career Level

• Experienced [Non-Managerial]