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Our purpose
is to provide the metals essential to improve society for generations to come.
Our vision
is to be the most climate friendly and respected metal provider in the world.
Our values
are Care, Courage and Responsibility
Mill Electrical Instrumentation Craft Lead
Role:
Mill Electrical Instrumentation Craft Lead
Company:
Boliden Tara Mines
Location:
Navan, County Meath
Full-time,
Permanent
Grade 12
An excellent opportunity has arisen within the company for a Mill Electrical Craft Lead.
Reporting to the Head of Section Mill Maintenance and Electrical Team Leader the Mill Electrical Craft Lead is responsible for co-ordinating all aspects of the daily electrical maintenance and development in the Mill Department.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
* In line with applicable procedures, conduct all duties promoting Boliden's values and best practice relating to environmental, health, safety and quality performance.
* Role model Boliden's core values always show use of them to drive continuous improvement.
* Lead team of electrical crafts people to achieve EHSQ targets and ensure all works are planned and untaken in accordance with EHS standards and policies
* Responsible for all personnel management and communication for their team
* Work to ensure that all electrical, instrumentation and automation aspects of equipment meet regulatory standards
* Co-ordinate planned and unplanned preventative and corrective maintenance.
* Co-ordinate, plan and supervise contract maintenance or development work
* Ensure electrical craft team are appropriately trained and competent for tasks assigned
* Undertaking, and assisting in, the training of team
* Managing staffing levels and leave allocation.
* Creating, reviewing and updating SOPs
* Be accountable for those aspects of the Concentrator Division as delegated by Mill Management under pertinent policies and procedures.
* Deputise for other mill maintenance dept. personnel as required.
* Other duties as determined by immediate supervisor
Experience and Qualifications:
* A qualified Electrical craftsperson/ Instrumentation (QQI Level 6 Craft Qualification) coupled with experience in instrumentation and automation.
* A solid understanding of the maintenance and technical aspects of the process.
* A minimum of 5 years' relevant experience in heavy industry.
* Previous leadership experience would be an advantage
* First aid skills are a requirement for this role however training will be provided if this is not present.
* Knowledge of electrical, instrumentation and automation systems and maintenance management systems.
* Involvement in continuous improvement initiatives would be beneficial.
Skills and Capabilities:
* Proven leadership skills
* Organisational and strategic thinking skills
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Ability to create and maintain an inclusive culture
* Good communication skills with strong verbal, written and computer skills
* Effective team player along with the ability to work under one's own initiative.
* Problem solving skills
* Flexible approach to work
* Influential with a willingness to promote continuous improvements within the company.
* IT Skills
Additional Info:
* This role will be full time, Monday to Friday 07:30 am – 04:00 pm
* There will be a requirement to participate in a formal standby/ callout arrangement.
* There will be a degree of flexible proactive approach required as part of this role in line with operational requirements.
* There may be requirement to undertake day to day tasks in addition to supervisory duties
* There may be some travel required as part of this role.
* We strive to achieve diversity and inclusion among our employees and therefore welcome all applicants. Your application will be processed in accordance with the GDPR.
Closing date for applications is 9th January 2026
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