Plant Mechanics

Crewit Resourcing Limited

Munster

On-site

EUR 36,000 - 38,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

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

Requires 2–3 years of Plant Mechanic experience; certification preferred but not essential. On‑the‑job training will be provided. Responsibilities include maintaining and repairing plant machinery, performing regular maintenance, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance across the site.

Qualifications

2–3 years of proven Plant Mechanic experience is required.
Mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic knowledge is essential.
Mechanic certification is a bonus but not mandatory.
On‑the‑job training will be provided.

Responsibilities

Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and service plant machinery and equipment.
Ensure plant machinery operates efficiently and safely to minimize downtime.
Perform regular maintenance checks on machines (mixers, conveyors, pumps, crushers, batching systems).
Conduct preventative maintenance to extend equipment life and reduce breakdowns.
Lubricate machinery and replace worn parts to keep equipment in good condition.
Identify and diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues promptly.
Repair or replace faulty parts to return machinery to full operation.
Conduct scheduled and emergency repairs to minimize downtime.
Comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Mechanical

Electrical

Hydraulic

Pneumatic

Troubleshooting

Read schematics

Safety compliance

Maintenance

Inventory

Education

Plant Mechanic qualification

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

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.

General Duties / Responsibilities / Experience

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