Are you a qualified Electrician or Electrical Engineer looking for your next challenge in a fast-paced food production environment?
Our client, a leader in food production in Kildare, is seeking an Electrician Technician to join their engineering team. This is a fully automated, clean production facility operating on rotating day/evening shifts, offering excellent career growth and training opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
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Deliver reactive and planned maintenance across the site to keep production running smoothly.
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Install, commission, and troubleshoot plant and equipment.
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Perform basic programming and diagnostics on machinery and equipment.
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Troubleshoot using PLCs(Allen Bradley, Siemens, GE, Schneider).
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Contribute to maximising uptime and minimising downtime across production and utility systems.
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Execute preventive maintenance programs and support continuous improvement initiatives.
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Ensure compliance with health, safety, GMP, and LOTO procedures.
What We’re Looking For
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Time-served Electrician or a third-level Electrical Engineering qualification.
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Minimum 3 years’ experience in a maintenance role, both reactive and planned.
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Strong knowledge of motor control systems, pneumatics, process temperature controls, and PLC/PC control systems.
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Experience with CMMS systems and troubleshooting PLCs.
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Understanding of food safety standards(BRC, ISO).
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Hands-on problem solver with strong communication skills.
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Flexible to work rotating day and evening shifts and participate in the on-call rota.
Why Join Our Client?
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Competitive salary & evening shift allowance.
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Work in a state-of-the-art food production facility.
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Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
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Join a skilled, supportive engineering team where your expertise makes a real impact.
Apply today by submitting your CV. If your experience matches the role, you will be contacted to discuss the next steps.
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