Maintenance Electrician
This employer has been a leading industry player for over 5 decades, supplying a global market with one of Ireland's largest processing operations.
Job Description:
The Maintenance Electrician plays a critical role in the success of the business, contributing to production efficiency, safety, and plant improvements. This position requires expertise in plant, equipment, and instruments.
Key Responsibilities:
* Preventative Maintenance:
o Develops PM schedules for plant and equipment in collaboration with the Maintenance Manager.
o Creates spare parts lists for plant and equipment, working alongside the Maintenance Manager.
o Conducts PM work according to established schedules.
o Highlights recurring issues to the Maintenance Manager for further action.
* Breakdown Maintenance:
o Responds promptly to breakdowns and works to repair plant/equipment safely and efficiently, minimizing production downtime.
o Provides feedback on breakdowns to the Maintenance Manager, informing the development of PM schedules and sharing insights with production personnel as necessary.
* Projects:
o Collaborates with the Maintenance team to contribute to new plant/equipment purchases.
o Assists in the commissioning of new plant/equipment as required.
o Learns new equipment and assists in developing PM schedules for new equipment.
o Works with contractors and external service technicians as needed.
* Maintenance of Health and Safety Standards:
o Carrries out all work with regard to personal safety and the safety of all employees.
o Reports any unsafe conditions to the Maintenance Manager in a timely manner.
o Suggests ways to improve plant/equipment and site safety.
* General:
o Undertakes training on new plant/equipment as required.
o Attends site meetings, engineering reviews as necessary.
o Supports external, customer, and internal audits to achieve optimal results.
o Supports cost control measures on site.
Requirements:
Rlevant electrical qualifications and prior relevant experience are essential. Previous experience in a food facility is desirable.