Rathkeale, County Limerick, Ireland
Company: Bitrecruit
Client / Employer: Occupop
Posted: 20.05.2026
About the Company
ABP Ireland is part of ABP Food Group, one of Europe's leading privately owned agribusiness companies. It is Ireland's largest beef processor, with substantial renewable, pet food and protein divisions, employing over 14,000 people worldwide.
Job Information
Location: ABP Rathkeale, Limerick
Job reference: d54e41f818df11d440394ab6dd94ba1b
Responsibilities
Work with Site Maintenance Managers, Planners and API Maintenance Lead on the execution of the site maintenance program to deliver compliant, reliable and efficient operation of all plant and equipment.
Support the Reliability Engineer in the execution of Reliability Centered Maintenance initiatives.
Develop and lead a Root Cause Failure Analysis Program to reduce general equipment breakdowns and support maintenance personnel to conduct real‑time Root Cause Analysis.
Work with the Reliability Engineer & Planning to establish and use reliability & work planning metrics/KPIs to monitor improvement and resource optimization (e.g., PM/CM ratio, schedule adherence).
Carry out start‑up checks on machinery throughout the plant on a daily basis.
Ensure that all breakdowns are carried out swiftly and safely at all times.
Ensure that all servicing and maintenance throughout the site are done in an efficient, safe and hygienic manner.
Encourage smooth running of the factory.
Perform repairs, servicing and good maintenance of machinery.
Work on refrigeration, plumbing and all breakdowns in a safe and tidy manner.
Implement and follow the preventative maintenance schedule.
Ensure that records are completed.
Other duties as assigned.
Refrigeration experience an advantage but not essential.
Ensure that the staff comply with the Company Health & Safety policy.
Qualifications
Completion of a 4‑year approved technical training program in mechanical repair and maintenance and 2 years mechanical experience; or an equivalent combination of experience and/or education.
Leaving Cert, School Diploma or Equivalent.
Experience in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to take direction.
Ability to work well in a team.
Ability to challenge others in a professional and constructive manner.
Knowledge and experience in a food manufacturing environment an advantage, but not essential.
Understanding of Environmental requirements and responsibilities.
Benefits
Opportunity to work for a market leader growing beyond expectations.
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