Plant Mechanics

Crewit Resourcing

Limerick

On-site

EUR 33,000 - 40,000

Full time

9 days ago

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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

Multiple locations

Zinc Processors Limited t/a Shannonside Galvanising, Four Elms, Drombanna, Co. Limerick,

Zinc Processors Limited t/a Shannonside Galvanising , Gotoon , Kilmallock , Co. Limerick ,

Application Details

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Job Description

Multiple locations

Zinc Processors Limited t/a Shannonside Galvanising, Four Elms, Drombanna, Co. Limerick,

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

To maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and service machinery and equipment used in quarries, quarrying and related 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. Experience in the quarry industry is a plus

Annual remuneration: €36,605.00; Pay rate €18.05 per hourWork Locations - Zinc Processors Limited t/a Shannonside Galvanising at:-Four Elms, Drombanna, Co. Limerick-Gotoon, Kilmallock, Co. LimerickNumber of hours work each week: 39