Maintenance Engineer – Newbridge, Ireland

About the role

We are seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join a brand‑new resident maintenance team at a new site in Newbridge, Ireland. The role involves supporting the Shift Manager, handling high‑impact site stoppages and ensuring equipment reliability across conveyors, sorters, cranes, robotics and PLC systems.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Shift Manager and step in when required.
• Lead high‑impact site stoppages and attend customer meetings.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to the highest standards.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, or multi‑skilled issues.
• Conduct technical audits and drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain effective professional relationships with customers and colleagues.

Required profile

• ONC/HNC or full B‑Tech in Electrical/Electronic or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with conveyors, sorters, cranes, robotics and PLC/control systems.
• Strong problem‑solving ability and a customer‑focused mindset.
• Knowledge of CMMS/PPM processes and health & safety regulations.
• Full legal right to work in the UK or Ireland (no visa sponsorship).

Required skills

• Electrical/Electronic engineering
• Mechanical engineering
• PLC programming/control systems
• CMMS/PPM software
• Health & safety compliance

What we offer

• Permanent contract
• Salary €66,250 per annum plus benefits
• Shift pattern covering days and nights (Suez shift pattern)
• Opportunity to work in a new state‑of‑the‑art facility