Plumber | Limerick

Kirby Group; Limerick; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Major projects

Career progression

Ongoing training

Safety-focused environment

Job summary

Kirby Group Engineering is seeking an experienced Industrial Plumber to join our team on a large-scale project in Limerick. The successful candidate will install, maintain and test plumbing and pipework systems as part of a multidisciplinary site team.

This role suits a qualified plumber with experience in industrial, pharmaceutical, manufacturing or large-scale construction projects. A current Safe Pass and working-at-heights qualification are required, with opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Trade background in Mechanical services.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in large scale industrial, Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences or Data Center projects.
• Current and up to date Safe Pass, Manual Handling, Working at Heights.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair industrial plumbing and pipework systems.
• Install hot and cold-water services, drainage systems and pipework.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, schematics and technical specifications.
• Carry out pressure testing, flushing and system checks.
• Identify and resolve installation issues with supervisors and the wider project team.
• Coordinate with other trades to ensure works are completed safely and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean and safe working area.
• Comply with site health, safety and environmental requirements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organised planner

Team player

Detail oriented

Resilience under pressure

Influencer

Decisive

Record keeping

Job description

• Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years
• To build your career by assisting in the delivery of ‘leading edge’ engineering projects.
• To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards.
• To benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability.
• To work with the best.
• Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations

About Kirby Group Engineering
Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of ‘blue chip’ companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK, Europe and South Africa, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Plumber to join our team on a large-scale industrial project in Limerick. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, maintenance and testing of plumbing and pipework systems, working as part of a multidisciplinary site team.

This role would suit a qualified plumber with experience working on industrial, pharmaceutical, manufacturing or large-scale construction projects.

To be considered you will have the following:

• Candidates should have a trade background in Mechanical services.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in large scale industrial, Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences or Data Center projects.
• Will have a current and up to date safe pass, manual handling, working at heights.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair industrial plumbing and pipework systems.
• Install hot and cold-water services, drainage systems and associated pipework.
• Work with a range of piping materials and systems in accordance with project specifications.
• Install valves, pumps, fixtures, supports and associated equipment.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, schematics and technical specifications.
• Measure, cut, fit and assemble pipework accurately.
• Carry out pressure testing, flushing and system checks as required.
• Identify and resolve installation issues in conjunction with supervisors and the wider project team.
• Ensure installations are completed to the required quality standards and project specifications.
• Coordinate with other trades to ensure works are completed efficiently and safely.
• Complete works in line with project programmes and supervisor instructions.
• Maintain a clean and safe working area.
• Comply with all site health, safety and environmental requirements, including permit-to-work procedures where applicable.
• Report defects, hazards or quality concerns to the relevant supervisor.

What Kirby look for in their employees:

• Excellent communicator/strong interpersonal skills
• Planner/Organised
• Influencer
• Conscientious
• Decisive and action oriented
• Team player
• Attentive to detail and record keeper
• Results oriented with the resilience to work under pressure

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Opportunity to work on some of Europe’s leading industrial and technology projects.
• Career progression and development opportunities.
• Ongoing training and support.
• A positive and safety-focused working environment.

Kirby Group Engineering is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.