About Keelings
Keelings is a 100% Irish-owned family business passionate about fresh produce. Operating across Ireland, the UK, and Europe, we grow, source, and supply top-quality fruit and vegetables. Our success is built on innovation, sustainability, and strong partnerships - powered by our dedicated people.
Role Overview
We are hiring for a Facilities Technician to join our team on site in St. Margarets. As a Facilities Technician, you will be responsible for the general repairs/maintenance across site.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out preventative, reactive, and emergency maintenance across site facilities, including building fabric, plumbing, painting, minor electrical works, racking systems, and equipment repairs.
* Conduct routine inspections, compliance checks, and testing (e.g., fire safety, sprinklers, water hygiene, generator tests) while ensuring full adherence to Health & Safety, Food Safety, and industrial regulations.
* Coordinate and supervise external contractors, ensuring work meets site standards and regulatory requirements.
* Support facility projects, including sustainability and carbon reduction initiatives, while maintaining accurate records through CMMS software.
* Manage spare parts inventory, assemble/install/repair fixtures and equipment, and collaborate with Compliance and Operations to ensure audit readiness.
What You'll Need
* Recognised trade qualification (or equivalent) with proven experience in building maintenance, general repairs, and planned preventative maintenance, ideally within a highly regulated industry (food/pharma).
* Strong knowledge of Quality, Health & Safety, and industrial fire safety regulations, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and computer skills (MS Office), with flexibility, attention to detail, and adaptability to changing priorities.
Benefits:
Staff discount at Keelings Farm Shop and subsidized canteen
Free On-site parking with access to electric chargers
Wellness Initiatives such as wellness week
Keelings Values
People Matter
Teamwork
Integrity
Passion for Achievement
Inclusion & Diversity Statement
In Keelings we value all perspectives and knowledge that our colleagues bring to our business. We are committed to forming a diverse and inclusive team where all can share their unique experiences and perspectives. We welcome applications from all cultures and backgrounds and are dedicated to forming an environment of inclusiveness and diversity where all can thoroughly feel a sense of belonging.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know at
Recruitment Process
1. CV Submission & email acknowledgment of receipt
2. Phone Screening
3. 1st Interview
4. 2nd Interview
5. Outcome & Feedback
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