Maintenance Technician

A leading food production company in Longford is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join its on-site engineering team. This is a hands on role supporting a busy, automated manufacturing operation.

The role will suit a practically minded engineer who enjoys troubleshooting, working closely with production, and keeping the plant running efficiently in a fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical and electrical support to production lines to minimise downtime
• Troubleshoot equipment breakdowns and support line changeovers
• Complete preventative maintenance in line with the planned maintenance schedule
• Work closely with production teams to achieve daily operational targets
• Monitor machine performance and act proactively when issues arise
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and shift handover documentation
• Support safety, hygiene, and compliance standards across the site
• Contribute to engineering improvements and small projects

Criteria

• Trade qualified Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics)
• Experience in food, pharma, or high speed manufacturing environments preferred
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault finding capability
• Ability to read and understand electrical drawings
• Experience with automated production or packaging machinery
• Familiarity with CMMS systems and preventative maintenance routines
• PLC experience (Siemens S7) an advantage
• A proactive, reliable team player with good communication skills

Reward

• Stable role with a leading food manufacturing business
• Competitive hourly rate / salary depending on experience
• Structured shift pattern
• Strong engineering team and well maintained site
• Long term opportunities for development and upskilling