Company:
Finning (Ireland) Ltd
Number of Openings:
1
Worker Type:
Permanent
Position Overview:
Working within an industry-leading organisation at Finning, the largest CAT dealership in the UK and Ireland, your role as Workshop Engineer will involve reconditioning and maintenance on Caterpillar products and supporting 2nd life overhauls within the Construction Equipment product group.
Job Description:
We seek a highly experienced and motivated individual with strong electrical, hydraulic, and engine troubleshooting skills, suited for a large workshop environment supporting the repair and maintenance of CAT machinery.
Benefits:
* Salary: €54,048 - €61,301
* 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays)
* Annual Bonus
* Annual Tool Allowance
* Healthcare benefits (medical, optical, hearing, dentistry, physio)
* Access to company share scheme
* 5% pension (matched by company)
* Life insurance
* Laptop and phone
* Industry-leading CAT product training
* Overtime opportunities
* Enhanced maternity and paternity packages, family-friendly policies, flexible working options, mental health support, wellbeing solutions, and recognition awards.
Major Job Functions:
1. Conduct detailed inspections of machines to confirm or expand initial field inspection reports, enabling repair assessments.
2. Perform diagnosis tests on machine components for accurate cost evaluations and warranty assessments.
3. Prepare comprehensive parts and materials lists for machine preparation work.
4. Undertake overhaul, repair, or refurbishment work as per work plan, including component removal, dispatch, and reinstallation.
5. Inspect and test completed machines to ensure they operate at expected performance levels.
Specific Skills:
* Flexibility, organizational, and time management skills
* Attention to detail, accuracy, and quality orientation
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Motivated, dynamic self-starter
* Excellent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to work under pressure
* Effective problem-solving and analytical skills
* Customer-focused attitude with strong rapport-building skills
Knowledge:
* Understanding of service manuals and OEM computerised Service Information Systems (SIS)
* Practical knowledge of tooling and equipment for heavy machinery repairs
* Knowledge of rigging, slinging, and jacking procedures
* Electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical fitting expertise
Accountability:
Adhere to job times, ensure high-quality machine finishes, maintain machine availability, and uphold SHEQ standards to prevent accidents.
Education and Experience:
* Background in plant machinery, HGV, or agriculture industries preferred
* Apprentice-trained or minimum 5 years' experience in a similar service environment
* Valid reach truck license required
* Experience operating construction equipment in confined spaces and mechanical fitting on large machines
If you are a Workshop Technician, Construction Plant Fitter, or Diesel Fitter/Mechanic with experience on Plant or Agricultural machinery, apply online today.
At Finning, we value diversity and are committed to equal opportunity. We encourage all individuals to apply and provide accommodations during the recruitment process if needed.
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