Mechanical Fitter

FRS Recruitment ·www.frsrecruitment.com

Location Kildare, Kildare, Ireland
Salary EUR 58,000 - 59,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
Production Manufacturing & Materials
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Maintenance Fitter (Full-Time, Permanent)
Location: Kildare
Salary: From €58,000 + shift rates

Note: Applicants must have the right to work in Ireland (no visa sponsorship available).

YOUR NEW COMPANY

My client is an established Irish company with two manufacturing facilities based in Co. Kildare and part of a global group of companies that employ over 10,000 staff across over 100 sites globally. Commutable from Kildare, Carlow, Kilkenny, Laois and parts of Wicklow and South Dublin they are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Fitter. The company manufacture products for the housing, industrial and agricultural sectors and are currently enjoying an exciting period of growth in their business.

This is a hands-on role focused on both planned (PPM) and reactive maintenance of production equipment.

Your new Fitter Job:

  • Carry out mechanical maintenance on production machinery
  • Work to preventative maintenance schedules (PPM)
  • Respond to breakdowns and minimise downtime
  • Complete risk assessments and method statements
  • Support and train apprentices
  • Start on day shifts, moving to 3 or 4 cycle shifts

Shift & Pay Overview

  • Day shift (starting): €1,131.47/week (avg. 39 hrs)
  • 3-shift cycle: €1,521.26/week
  • 4-shift cycle: €1,774.95/week
  • Shifts: 8–12 hours, may include Saturdays
  • Evening: 47 hrs/week | Night: 43 hrs/week

What we need from you

  • Qualified in a mechanical maintenance trade with experience in manufacturing (ideally heavy industry, engineering, or construction materials)
  • Strong knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and machining (turning/milling)

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Mechanical Fitter role?
FRS Recruitment is hiring for the Mechanical Fitter position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Mechanical Fitter job located?
The Mechanical Fitter role with FRS Recruitment is based in Kildare, IE.
What does the Mechanical Fitter role pay?
FRS Recruitment lists the Mechanical Fitter role at EUR 58,000–59,000 per year.
Is the Mechanical Fitter role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at FRS Recruitment.
What experience level is the Mechanical Fitter role?
The Mechanical Fitter position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Mechanical Fitter role at FRS Recruitment?
Apply directly on FRS Recruitment's career page via the Apply button on this listing. ZammeJobs links straight through to the employer's ATS — no third-party form, no resume database.
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