Mechanical Maintenance Fitter

BMS Recruitment ·www.bmsrecruitment.ie

Location Portlaoise, IE
Salary EUR 50,000 - 55,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
Engineering
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Mechanical Maintenance Fitter

Location: Dublin

Salary: €50,000 – €55,000 + Pension + Benefits

  • Join a leading environmental and industrial services organisation
  • Mechanical maintenance role within a busy processing environment
  • Strong mix of preventative and reactive maintenance
  • Work on pumps, conveyors, motors, gearboxes and processing equipment
  • Excellent long-term career progression opportunities

THE COMPANY:

Our client is a leading provider of industrial and environmental services, operating large-scale processing and treatment facilities throughout Ireland.

Due to continued investment in plant and equipment, they are seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Fitter to join their engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing organisation with a strong focus on safety, engineering excellence and employee development.

THE ROLE:

The successful Mechanical Maintenance Fitter will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a wide range of industrial plant equipment, ensuring maximum operational efficiency and equipment reliability.

Working as part of the maintenance team, you will support both planned preventative maintenance and breakdown response activities across the facility.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Carrying out preventative maintenance on plant and processing equipment
  • Diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults
  • Working on pumps, motors, conveyors, gearboxes, valves and associated plant equipment
  • Responding to equipment breakdowns and minimising downtime
  • Supporting installation and commissioning of new equipment
  • Performing mechanical overhauls and equipment refurbishment
  • Working closely with operations and engineering teams
  • Completing maintenance records and documentation
  • Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and plant reliability improvements
  • Ensuring all maintenance activities are carried out safely and in accordance with company procedures

THE PERSON:

We are looking to speak with candidates who have experience within manufacturing, heavy industry, waste processing, utilities, recycling, food production, quarrying or industrial maintenance environments.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Mechanical Fitter qualification or recognised mechanical trade background
  • Experience in an industrial maintenance environment
  • Strong mechanical fault-finding skills
  • Experience working on rotating equipment and process plant
  • Welding and fabrication experience would be advantageous
  • Good understanding of preventative maintenance systems
  • Strong health & safety awareness
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Positive and proactive approach to maintenance

THE PACKAGE:

  • Base Salary: €50,000 – €55,000 DOE
  • Pension Scheme
  • Ongoing Training & Development
  • Career Progression Opportunities
  • Annual Leave
  • Additional Company Benefits

LOCATION:

Ideally based in Dublin, Meath, Kildare, Wicklow or surrounding Leinster locations.

WHY APPLY?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join a well-established industrial operation offering long-term stability, varied maintenance responsibilities and strong opportunities for career development. The role provides exposure to a wide range of processing equipment while allowing you to further develop your maintenance and troubleshooting expertise.

Looking for something different? We don't advertise every role we recruit for. If you're exploring the market, contact BMS Performance for a confidential discussion about opportunities across Sales, Engineering, Construction, Medical Devices, Clinical, Life Sciences and Professional Services throughout Ireland.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Mechanical Maintenance Fitter role?
BMS Recruitment is hiring for the Mechanical Maintenance Fitter position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Mechanical Maintenance Fitter job located?
The Mechanical Maintenance Fitter role with BMS Recruitment is based in Portlaoise, IE.
What does the Mechanical Maintenance Fitter role pay?
BMS Recruitment lists the Mechanical Maintenance Fitter role at EUR 50,000–55,000 per year.
Is the Mechanical Maintenance Fitter role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at BMS Recruitment.
What experience level is the Mechanical Maintenance Fitter role?
The Mechanical Maintenance Fitter position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Mechanical Maintenance Fitter role at BMS Recruitment?
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