Irish Cement Limited is seeking applications for a permanent position of a Mechanical Engineer in Platin Terrace, Platin, Drogheda, Co. Louth.
Irish Cement Limited is a fully owned subsidiary of CRH plc and has manufactured cement in Ireland for over 85 years. It operates two cement-manufacturing facilities, one situated in Platin, approximately 5km from Drogheda, Co. Louth and a second in Castlemungret, Co. Limerick. Production uses the most advanced, energy-efficient technology to create a range of high-quality cements to the highest Irish and International standards.
The successful applicant will be based in Platin and will be reporting directly to the Engineering Manager.
Purpose
This role involves working on plant maintenance and large-scale plant improvement projects.
* Working as part of the multi-disciplinary maintenance team
* Responsible for a specific plant process area
* Ensuring the appropriate preventative and predicative maintenance is completed
* Planning major shutdowns/overhauls
* Responsible for managing contractors on specific jobs/projects
* Improving plant availability, troubleshooting and resolving maintenance issues
* Continuous improvement of safety and environmental standards
Large Scale Plant Improvement Projects:
* Scoping projects that increase returns to the business
* Construction to installation of new projects
* Commissioning and handover
The successful candidate should ideally possess:
* A qualification as a Mechanical Engineer or similar
* Knowledge of Health and Safety in heavy industry
* At least 5 years' experience in a similar role
* Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills
* Proven technical skills and strong commercial acumen
* Excellent IT skills (MS Office, Autocad)
* Strong attention to detail and capable of working on your own initiative whilst meeting project deadlines
* A work history of contributing and adding value to the overall performance of a previous employer(s)
Outstanding candidates who do not possess all the above criteria may also be considered. A remuneration package will be provided commensurate with experience.
This vacancy provides an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to join a multi-national organisation with possibilities for progression within Irish Cement and the wider CRH group. CRH is headquartered in Ireland and currently operates in 29 countries with over 3,155 locations and employs 73,000 people.
Candidates wishing to be considered for this position can submit a current CV to entitled "Mechanical Engineer Platin".
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From €38,184.17 per year
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Bike to work scheme
* Company pension
* Employee assistance program
* On-site parking
* Profit sharing
* Sick pay
* Wellness program
Work Location: In person