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Plant Mechanics

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    Crewit Resourcing Limited
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    Ref: #JOB-2467312
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    Michael F. Quirke & Sons Unlimited Company,, Rangue,, Killorglin,, Co. Kerry, V93 XA31
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    No of positions: 4
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    Paid Position
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    39 hours per week
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    36605.00 Euro Annually
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    Published On: 03 Sep 2026
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    Closing On: 01 Oct 2026

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Our client, Michael F. Quirke & Sons Unlimited Company, based in Killorglin, Co. Kerry, is currently seeking Plant Mechanics for immediate start at their facility in Killorglin, Co. Kerry.


Qualifications:

2-3 years’ Plant Mechanic experience required. Mechanic Certification preferred but not essential. There are no minimum academic requirements. Further training will be provided on-the-job as required. 


General Duties / Responsibilities / Experience:

- To maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and service machinery and equipment used in plant, construction and related activities
- To ensure that all plant machinery is operating efficiently and safely, to minimize downtime, and to support the overall productivity of the plant
- To perform regular maintenance checks on plant machinery, including mixers, conveyors, pumps, crushers, and batching systems.
- To conduct preventative maintenance tasks to extend the life of equipment and minimize breakdowns.
- To lubricate machinery, replace worn parts, and ensure all components are in good working condition.
- To identify mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues in plant equipment and diagnose problems accurately.
- To repair or replace faulty parts, ensuring that all machinery is returned to full operational capacity in a timely manner.
- To perform both scheduled and emergency repairs to minimize downtime.
- To ensure all work is conducted in compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- To maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, and inspections performed on plant equipment.
- Essential knowledge includes mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, as well as the ability to diagnose and fix issues promptly to ensure smooth plant operations
- Essential knowledge includes strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic knowledge, ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and manuals, and excellent trouble-shooting and problem solving skills
- Essential skills include application of relevant health & safety and environmental legislation, performance of system checks and adjustments on machinery, and monitoring of inventory supply for required equipment 
- Candidates must be competent to assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment or upgrades
- Candidates must be competent to monitor stock levels of spare parts, tools, and equipment needed for maintenance and order parts and supplies as needed
- A mechanic qualification or certificate is a bonus but is not mandatory
 2-3 years’ of proven relevant experience as a Plant Mechanic is required.



Annual remuneration: €36,605.00; Pay rate €18.05 per hour 

Work Location: Michael F. Quirke & Sons Unlimited Company, Rangue, Killorglin, Co. Kerry, V93 XA31.

Number of hours work each week: 39 

If you are interested in this role, please apply with an up-to-date CV to info@crewitresourcing.com or call 019020688 to enquire for more details.
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  • Experienced [Non-Managerial]

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