The Company:
A well-established manufacturing business located in Tallaght, Dublin 24, operating within a high-performing and growth-oriented environment. The company places a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and continuous improvement, ensuring all operations are maintained to the highest standards to support long-term business objectives.
The Role:
The Maintenance Engineer will support the maintenance function to ensure all plant, machinery, and equipment operate at optimal levels for safety, efficiency, and quality. This is a permanent, full-time role on a rotational shift basis (morning, evening, and night shifts).
Responsibilities:
* Ensure all maintenance activities prioritise practical safety and minimise potential hazards for staff, contractors, and visitors.
* Maintain machinery and equipment to the highest standards, ensuring safe and reliable operation.
* Adhere to safe work practices, especially during specialist work such as hot work, working at heights, and confined spaces.
* Maintain high hygiene standards within maintenance areas.
* Carry out preventative maintenance to specification and complete repairs promptly to minimise downtime.
* Record all maintenance work accurately on the CMMS with appropriate closeouts.
* Work collaboratively with contractors and ensure compliance with site procedures and policies.
* Keep production teams informed of any non-standard running machinery or planned maintenance work.
* Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and implementing maintenance and process improvements.
* Participate in problem-solving activities and produce clear, high-quality documentation when required.
* Maintain personal tools, work areas, and equipment in a professional and organised manner suitable for a food manufacturing environment.
* Undertake training on machinery and processes to enhance technical knowledge and operational understanding.
* Perform any other duties as required by the Engineering Supervisor or Manager within the general scope of the role.
The Person:
* Minimum 5 years' maintenance experience within food or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
* Ideally holds a degree in Engineering or possesses equivalent practical experience.
* Confident, self-motivated, and capable of working independently under pressure.
* Strong attention to detail with excellent problem-solving skills.
* Flexible, team-oriented, and open to change and innovation.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Demonstrates pride in workmanship and commitment to continuous improvement.
The Offer:
* Salary: €59,038 per annum
* Shift allowance: 12.5% for evening shifts and 25% for night shifts
* Permanent position with 40 variable hours per week (rotational morning, evening, and night shifts)
* 21 days annual leave
* Excellent opportunity to work in a growing, safety-focused manufacturing environment that values innovation and professional development