Mechanical Maintenance Fitter

Overview

Maintain and troubleshoot mechanical equipment in a manufacturing setting

Key Responsibilities

• preventive maintenance
• troubleshooting
• equipment upgrades
• routine maintenance
• safety compliance
• record keeping

Tasks

As a key member of our maintenance team the Mechanical Maintenance Fitter will play a vital role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of mechanical systems within the facility. -Participate in safety programs and adhere to established safety protocols to promote a safe working environment for oneself and colleagues. -Conduct inspections, troubleshoot issues, and diagnose mechanical problems to minimize downtime and ensure continuous operation of equipment. -Collaborate with engineering and production teams to support equipment upgrades, installations, and modifications. -Execute preventive maintenance schedules and procedures to uphold equipment reliability and compliance with regulatory requirements. -Document maintenance activities, including work orders, equipment logs, and maintenance reports, to maintain accurate records and track equipment performance. -Provide technical support and guidance to junior maintenance staff as needed. -Perform routine maintenance tasks on mechanical equipment, including but not limited to pumps, compressors, boilers, HVAC systems, and utilities.

Requirements

• 3 years
• mechanical systems
• preventive maintenance
• technical degree
• troubleshooting
• detail oriented

What You Bring

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Mechanical Maintenance Fitter to join our team in Cork. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the proper functioning and maintenance of mechanical equipment and systems critical to the production process. -Computer Literacy. -Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a mechanical maintenance technician in a manufacturing or industrial environment, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry. -Ability to interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints to facilitate equipment maintenance and repairs. -Flexibility to work occasional weekends, holidays, or off-hours as needed to support maintenance activities and respond to emergencies. Initially, role is a day’s role approx. 39 hrs per week but there may be a requirement to transition into a shift role at a later stage. -Willingness to undergo additional training and certification as necessary. -Familiarity with preventive maintenance practices and techniques to ensure equipment reliability and compliance with regulatory standards. -Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a commitment to maintaining accurate documentation. -Proficiency in troubleshooting mechanical issues and performing repairs using hand and power tools. -Time served in an engineering technical degree or diploma, or Solas MAMF advanced craft certification to level 6, or equivalent. -Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, including pumps, motors, valves, and piping systems, as well as their operation and maintenance requirements. -Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively interact with colleagues at all levels of the organization.

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Benefits

We offer a competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, collaborating with industry leaders and contributing to a sustainable future. Our company values work-life balance and encourages professional growth through training and development programs. This role will provide exposure to a wide range of expertise relating to pharmaceutical, life sciences, construction, and other sectors. The successful candidate will be supported in developing their knowledge and skills as their responsibilities grow and evolve. We are a leading engineering services company with a proven track record of high quality, customer focused project delivery for over 130 years. Our core divisions include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Sprinkler and Fire Protection. Some of the other services we provide include Waste to Energy (BioEnergy), Specialist Lift, Off Site Fabrication, Technical Support Services, Maintenance, Asset Management, BIM (Building Information Modelling) and Geo-Surveying. We offer competitive salaries, financial support for further training, Continuous Professional Development (CPD) leading to chartered status, performance incentives and the ability to progress your career with a world class engineering contractor.

About Jones Engineering

-Delivers full‑scope engineering contracting—mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and building services—across diverse markets. -Operates flagship subsidiaries across Europe and the Middle East, including entities in UK, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Finland, and more. -Regularly works with world‑leading multinationals, delivering safe, on‑time, high‑standard installations within budget. -Maintains innovation via in‑house LEAN training programs and black/green/yellow‑belt certified staff. -Unusual fact: a 50/50 joint venture in bioenergy (Jones Celtic BioEnergy) extends its reach into renewable power. -Exports its expertise globally, underpinned by a century‑plus history and diversified engineering specialisms.

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