Mechanical Fitter

Staffline Recruitment Ireland is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to join a specialist engineering company. This is a permanent role based in Shannon, Co. Clare.

Organisation

Our client is a highly regarded engineering business specialising in precision cutting tools and machinery. With decades of expertise, they provide advanced solutions to a global customer base, with a strong reputation for technical excellence and innovation. The company offers a supportive and collaborative environment, where employees have the opportunity to develop their technical skills while contributing to high-performance production standards.

Responsibilities

The Mechanical Fitter will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation, maintenance, and repair of precision machinery. Key responsibilities include:

• Maintenance and repair of grinding machines, motors, pumps, and hydraulic systems;
• Troubleshooting and resolving mechanical issues to minimise downtime;
• Conducting preventative and corrective maintenance;
• Supporting production teams by ensuring all machines are running efficiently;
• Identifying opportunities to improve reliability, performance, and safety standards;
• Liaising with supervisors and team members to prioritise workload and machine availability.

Benefits

• Competitive salary between €45,000 - €50,000 (DOE);
• Permanent position;
• Standard working week: Monday-Thursday 8 am-4.30 pm, Friday 8 am-3.25 pm;
• Option to include health insurance;
• Supportive and collaborative working environment;
• Ongoing training and development opportunities to advance within the company.

Criteria

• Strong mechanical background with hands-on experience in machine maintenance, ideally gained within a precision engineering environment.
• Knowledge of motors, pumps, and hydraulic repairs essential;
• Previous experience working with grinding machines highly desirable;
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team;
• Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and communication skills.

Are you interested in this opportunity and do you meet the criteria? Please contact Kimberly de Ruiter on 086 467 2393 or send your CV directly to [email protected]. For further details or other questions regarding this role or other opportunities, please feel free to get in touch.