Senior Mechanical Engineer- Irish Cement Ltd.

Irish Cement Limited is a fully owned subsidiary of CRH plc and has manufactured cement in Ireland for over 85 years. It operates two cement‑manufacturing facilities, one situated in Platin, approximately 5km from Drogheda, Co. Louth and a second in Castlemungret, Co. Limerick. Production uses the most advanced, energy‑efficient technology to create a range of high‑quality cements to the highest Irish and International standards.

Country: Ireland
City: Limerick
Req ID: 522210
Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: Onsite
Seniority Level: Associate

Irish Cement Limited is seeking applications for a permanent position of a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Limerick Works, Castlemungret, Co. Limerick. The successful applicant will be based in Limerick Works and will be reporting directly to the Engineering Manager.

This role involves working on plant maintenance and large‑scale plant improvement projects.

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• Working as part of the multi‑disciplinary maintenance team
  
• Responsible for a specific plant process area
  
• Ensuring the appropriate preventative and predictive maintenance is completed
  
• Planning major shutdowns/overhauls
  
• Responsible for managing contractors on specific jobs/projects
  
• Improving plant availability, troubleshooting and resolving maintenance issues
  
• Continuous improvement of safety and environmental standards
  

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• Scoping projects that increase returns to the business
  
• Construction to installation of new projects
  
• Commissioning and handover
  

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• A qualification as a Mechanical Engineer or similar
  
• Knowledge of Health and Safety in heavy industry
  
• At least 5 years’ experience in a similar role
  
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills
  
• Proven technical skills and strong commercial acumen
  
• Excellent IT skills (MS Office, Autocad)
  
• Strong attention to detail and capable of working on your own initiative whilst meeting project deadlines
  
• A work history of contributing and adding value to the overall performance of a previous employer(s)
  

Outstanding candidates who do not possess all the above criteria may also be considered. A remuneration package will be provided commensurate with experience.

This vacancy provides an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to join the CRH group. CRH is a leading provider of building materials solutions that build, connect and improve our world. Employing 78,500 people at 3,390 operating locations in 28 countries, CRH has market leadership positions in both North America and Europe. As the essential partner for road and critical utility infrastructure, commercial building projects and outdoor living solutions, CRH’s unique offering of materials, products and value‑added services helps to deliver a more resilient and sustainable built environment. The company is ranked among sector leaders by Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) rating agencies.

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