Maintenance Technician – Full‑Time in Waterford

About the role

We are looking for a proactive Maintenance Technician to join our team in Waterford. The role involves keeping plant, equipment and building systems running efficiently, performing both preventive and corrective work while supporting a safe, compliant environment.

Key responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on machinery, equipment and building systems.
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify potential issues and minimise downtime.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and emergency maintenance requests.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, reports and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company procedures.
• Assist with installation, commissioning and modification of equipment.
• Support continuous‑improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Coordinate with external contractors and suppliers when required.
• Maintain spare‑parts inventory and assist with stock‑control activities.

Required profile

• Relevant technical qualification in Mechanical, Electrical or Maintenance Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a maintenance technician in manufacturing, industrial, pharmaceutical, logistics or facilities environments.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to read technical drawings and maintenance manuals.
• Good computer skills and experience using a CMMS.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Desirable: trade certification, degree qualification, experience in a regulated environment, knowledge of PLC systems and automation equipment.

Required skills

• Mechanical systems maintenance
• Electrical systems maintenance
• Pneumatic and hydraulic systems troubleshooting
• Fault finding and troubleshooting
• Reading technical drawings
• Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) usage
• PLC programming and automation equipment knowledge