Job Title
#JOB-2414339 - Mechanic / Maintenance Fitter
Location
THE DEFENCE FORCES, Naval Base, Haulbowline Island, Co. Cork, P24 FY71
Responsibilities
* Undertake installations, maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems including internal combustion engines, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, piping, boiler valves, pressure vessels etc. onboard ships and in shore-side workshops.
* Perform fault finding on mechanical systems on board the naval fleet as required.
* Ensure acceptable standards of workmanship and productivity; work efficiently with minimum supervision.
* Liaise with other trades/disciplines as necessary.
* Participate fully in any Labour Management Scheme (timesheets, job dockets).
* Interpret detailed engineering drawings and specifications.
* Carry communication devices (mobile phones, pagers, two-way radios) when required.
* Report performance issues relating to mechanical services, engineering plant and equipment to the appropriate supervisor.
* Undertake technical training courses as necessary and fully participate in the organisation’s safety program.
* Use all relevant tools, machinery and equipment to comply with current Health and Safety legislation.
* Assist in investigation of accidents and dangerous occurrences with the department.
* Carry out all work in accordance with the department’s generic and non-generic Risk Assessments as required.
Candidate Requirements
Essential:
* Minimum qualification: Level 6 (incl. Higher Advanced Certificate & National Craft Certificate)
* Minimum Experience: 0 years (open to all experience levels)
Desirable:
* Engineering, Manual skills
* Decision Making, Working on own initiative
Employment Eligibility
In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.
Application Method
To apply, complete the application form available at the Department of Defence website and submit via email to defenceforces@welfare.ie or by post:
Debbie Caffrey,
Civilian Employees,
Department of Defence,
Newbridge, Co Kildare.
Alternatively, hand your application into OiC Naval Dockyard, Haulbowline, Co. Cork.
Closing Date
Applications must be received by 5pm Friday 19 December 2025.
Career Level
* Professional
Sector
* Sector not specified (relevant sector implied)
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