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Electrical Maintenance Technician

  • Location: County Leitrim
  • Job Type:Permanent
  • Division: Engineering
  • Contact: Emma Barry
  • Contact Email: emma.barry@collinsmcnicholas.ie
  • Job Ref: 21820

We are partnering with a leading manufacturing company in Carrick on Shannon, Co. Leitrim to recruit an Electrical Maintenance Technician to join their team on a permanent contract.

Responsibilities:

  • Execute the site?s electrical preventative maintenance programme to ensure optimal equipment performance and reliability.

  • Complete assigned work orders in a timely, safe, and compliant manner, adhering strictly to company procedures.

  • Diagnose and troubleshoot faults in electrical and electro-mechanical systems to minimise downtime.

  • Perform both preventative and reactive maintenance, addressing scheduled tasks and emergency breakdowns efficiently.

  • Test, inspect, and certify completed electrical installations in line with regulatory standards.

  • Work with PLCs and associated systems, carrying out fault finding and basic programming support where required.

  • Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of all on-site electrical equipment and systems.

  • Accurately complete all work orders, documentation, and maintenance records.

  • Participate in training programmes and maintain up-to-date knowledge of SOPs and compliance requirements.

  • Adhere to all site Health & Safety policies, procedures, and regulatory standards at all times.

Requirements:

  • An Electrical Instrumentation qualification (QQI Level 6) or equivalent recognised electrical qualification.

  • Minimum of 3 years? hands-on experience as a Maintenance Technician within an industrial environment.

  • Strong technical competency in electrical maintenance and engineering practices.

  • Experience working with machinery, process equipment, controls, and automation systems.

  • Proven experience in both electrical and mechanical installation and maintenance.

  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

  • Strong organisational and planning skills with attention to detail.

  • Logical and methodical approach to problem-solving.

For a confidential discussion about the role and the organisation, please contact Emma Barry today.

emma.barry@collinsmcnicholas.ie

091 70671

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