Maintenance Fitter - Heavy Industry Location: Fermoy, Co
Cork Salary:
€49,000-€54,000 per year
Job Type:
Full-time,
Permanent Shifts: 12-hour, 8-hour, day and night shifts We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Fitter to join a busy sawmill plant in Fermoy.
This is a hands-on role in a heavy industrial environment, ensuring the smooth operation of mechanical systems and equipment.
Key Responsibilities:
Diagnose faults, carry out repairs, and perform routine maintenance.
Respond to mechanical breakdowns and implement preventative measures.
Maintain and repair motors, gearboxes (up to 125kW), chain drives, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, mobile plant equipment, boilers, and drying kilns.
Manufacture and modify spare parts using milling, turning, and welding techniques.
Document spare part usage and support plant upgrades and process improvements.
Requirements:
Time-served Mechanical Fitter with qualifications in Mechanical Automation, Maintenance, Manufacturing, or related fields.
Experience in heavy industry, construction plant, or mining is highly valued.
At least 5 years of post-qualification experience.
Additional safety training (e.g., Safe Pass, MEWP) is a plus.
Comfortable working in both indoor and outdoor conditions.
Benefits:
Competitive salary Company pension Sick pay Employee assistance and discount programs On-site parking Bike to work scheme This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced, industrial setting with a strong focus on safety and continuous improvement.
Skills:
Maintenance Preventative Maintenance Manufacturing