Mechanical Fitter

About the Role:

We require a suitably qualified Mechanical Fitter to join our Repair & Maintenance and Installation team based from our Ballyhaunis Office.

The ideal candidate will preferably have experience working in the water and wastewater or a similar industry. The role will primarily involve mechanical fault finding and maintenance of equipment on numerous water and treatment plants in the West of Ireland.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carrying out mechanical installation and service of all types of pumps, blowers, screens, gearboxes and other mechanical assets in the water and wastewater industry
• Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical plant operations and be able to carry out routine planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance
• Clearly identify mechanical faults and identify how to resolve the fault, including identifying parts required
• Evidence that tasks you have been assigned are completed should be presented to the relevant person running the job
• For plant items that you are not familiar with, where practical you are expected to request O&M manuals and part list in advance of attending site to investigate fault or carryout planned service
• Mechanical and electrical supervision role for onsite works unless otherwise confirmed to you for specific jobs and are responsible for that job been completed in an efficient manner and in the time allocated, without any compromise on health, safety or quality
• Identifying what shared equipment (Confined Space equipment, Hiab, shared tools etc) you need for carrying out specific jobs and for organising to have this equipment left out for you to collect
• Completing daily reports where required, clearly identifying works that took place, materials used and time on site

Key Competencies and Skills: 

• A fitter with relevant experience
• A proven ability in fault finding and repair of mechanical equipment including gearboxes and pumps
• Experience with the installation and the service of pumps incl. dosing, centrifugal, multistage and progressive cavity pumps
• Experience of working on mechanical plant in treatment sites
• Experience in pipe work assembly including PVC, ABS, ductile iron, galvanise and stainless steel
• Must demonstrate good organisational and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to work in a team
• Working knowledge of current Health & Safety legislation

Qualifications:

• Qualified Fitter, or similar relevant experience considered
• Full EU/ Irish driving licence

Compensation Package:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• CPD accredited employer
• A collaborative and supportive work environment
• Flexible working options, dependent on location and role requirements
• See company website for more information on the benefits of working in EPS Group

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