Senior Maintenance Engineer

Shift pattern: Rotational shifts – days and nights covering Monday to Thursday

Salary: €60k + 30% shift allowance (approx. €9k per annum) + Bonus and benefits

The Role

As a Senior Operations Maintenance Technician, you will ensure that all automated plant and equipment are serviced and repaired to recognised standards, delivering minimal downtime and maintaining operational efficiency. This is a hands-on role that requires initiative, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage and communicate effectively within a busy operational environment.

Please note, this will be shift / team leader role; to be considered, you must have proven experience of running a shift team, ensuring the efficient, safe & continuous operation of all equipment. Leading and motivating a team to meet goals.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating maintenance activities to ensure safe and timely completion of work.
• Monitoring team performance, attendance, and workflow to maintain operational standards.
• Liaising with operational managers, team leaders, and control room staff to resolve technical issues.
• Ensuring all equipment is maintained, repaired, and returned to service efficiently.
• Completing maintenance documentation accurately and on time.
• Maintaining compliance with all site safety and operational procedures.

You will have:

• City & Guilds or equivalent qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong background in electrical and/or mechanical maintenance.
• Knowledge of 17th or 18th Edition electrical regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematic drawings.
• Understanding of PLC-controlled systems.
• Good awareness of health and safety standards. xcfaprz
• Flexibility to work varied shift patterns.