Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join our client, a semi-state organisation based in Co. Offaly.
This is a permanent position that offers a very competitive remuneration package of €90,000 - €110,000 per annum.
The role will be based at a Power Plant and will report to the Maintenance Manager.
The Role:
* Manage the mechanical maintenance function to achieve maximum plant availability, efficiency, and safe systems of work.
* Procure appropriate spare parts and services to enable long-term asset availability, in line with budget and operation of a maintenance management system.
* Perform long-term maintenance planning on the plant mechanical equipment.
* Maintain a system of tracking maintenance tasks, support and use tendering processes, take part in new system testing and training.
* Lead their team and give direction to Maintenance Technicians.
* Liaise with other Plant teams to achieve objectives and promote a cross-function work ethic.
* Ensure maintenance plans and targets for the team are achieved safely, economically, and within the environmental limits of the Plant.
* Carry out fault diagnosis as required.
* Be pro-active and creative in problem solving and initiative.
* Play a key role in the implementation of the Plant business Management System.
* Participate in the broader management of the Plant and the development of Human Resources.
* Maintain interfaces with the owners, other interested parties, legal authorities, suppliers, and contractors.
* Ensure all maintenance work is carried out in a safe manner.
* Ensure the permit to work system is used and kept up to date for all maintenance activities.
* Promote a safe place and system of work.
* Lead and Performance Manage your direct report(s).
* Proactively participate in the Performance Management process to ensure delivery of own, and the wider team's objectives.
The Person:
* A technical qualification such as a BEng, BSc, or an equivalent Level 8 qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
* A minimum of 5 years of experience in a relevant field.
* Proven experience in power plants or heavy industries such as coal, mining, or material handling.
* Competent IT skills and a good knowledge of a maintenance management system, including planning of preventative maintenance and reporting.
* Experience at a middle management level, with the ability to lead and direct teams effectively.